Good morning, Allentown.

Twelve water rescue squads from Pennsylvania and New Jersey trained last week at Riverton Ball Fields in Lower Mount Bethel Township to share rescue equipment and practice live pick-ups on the Delaware River.

Sandt’s Eddy Fire Co (with 48 members) hosted the drills to remind water users to stay cautious this summer.

Bethlehem Township native Dana Alyss is raising funds to save the vacant Christmas Barn on Easton Road by planning to convert it into a retail, cafe and event space; she has raised over $15,000 and is seeking $200,000 to secure the under-$1.9-million property.

Toy Story 5 drove families to a sold-out drive-in event at Shankweiler's in N.

Whitehall Twp. over the weekend. Co-owners Matthew McClanahan and Lauren McChesney said the film marked a milestone as it drew nostalgia and blockbuster fans (explaining a significant recovery for the drive-in experience).

St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral held its 45th Spring Greek Food Festival on May 16 in West Bethlehem, drawing 10,000 visitors who enjoyed traditional food, folk dancing, and church tours.

The church will host a fall festival Sept. 17-20.

Kate Assad, a Freedom HS senior, received two college scholarships totaling $16,850 on May 18 — one from Roland J.

Wotring and one from the VRX Foundation. She will attend King’s College and enroll in a five-year physician assistant program.

LVPC reviewed revised plans for Project Atlas, a data center campus near Parkland High School in South Whitehall Township, noting wider setbacks and new generators but calling for more detail on infrasound impacts.

A full review is set for Thursday, June 25 at 7 p.m. (virtual attendance available).

The Public Defender’s Office recorded its first state pardon in Lehigh County, clearing a local woman’s 1990s drug charges.

The Pennsylvania Board of Pardons forwarded her request to the Governor’s Office on June 12 (after an expedited review), and more residents are now applying for pardons.

The Allentown Zoning Hearing Board approved two appeals for the 307-unit Hanover Apartments complex, which spans Allentown and Bethlehem, setting the stage for revised project plans.

The decision may impact housing options in the area going forward.

Luke Bryan Concert

7:00 – 8:30 PM — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sounds of country music star Luke Bryan live.

Monster Truck Show

1-3:50 p.m. — The Allentown Fairgrounds — Tickets $28.50 — Experience thrilling monster truck action with top drivers competing for glory.

Seth Witcher Acoustic Performance at Artillery Brewing

1-5 p.m. — Cedar Beach Park — Free entry — Enjoy a dynamic acoustic set from local artist Seth Witcher in a family-friendly atmosphere.

2026 WWE Summer Tour in Allentown

7:30-10:30 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Get ready for an electrifying night as WWE returns to Allentown for the first time in three years.

Bourbon & Blues Night with BC Blue

6-10 p.m. — 1812 Piano Lounge — Reservations required — Enjoy a soulful evening of live blues music with BC Blue, featuring the dynamic sounds of Bev Conklin.