Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.
Good morning, Allentown.
Louis Angelo Belletieri pleaded guilty to two counts of wire fraud for defrauding a title insurance underwriter and clients by misusing escrow funds at his Allentown-based Legacy Title—he will be sentenced on September 12 and could face up to 40 years in prison.
Reefer Madness: The Musical opened on June 26 at Civic Theatre of Allentown and shows a funny look at how marijuana is exaggerated.
The play will run today at 10 p.m. and on June 29 at 2 p.m. at the theatre (527 N. 19th St.).
Steel Panther, known for their funny heavy metal parodies, will perform at 8 p.m. Sept 11 at Musikfest Cafe at ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks in Bethlehem.
Tickets went on sale Friday—available online and at the box office at 101 Founders Way—as the show marks the tour celebrating the band's 15th anniversary.
The Allentown Art Museum unveiled the restored 'Landscape Memorial Windows by Tiffany Studios' from a former Pottsville church in the Kress Gallery yesterday.
The museum spent about $1.5 million to install computer-controlled lighting—mimicking natural scenes as part of the exhibit that will run until a new museum is built.
Lehigh County Coroner’s Office is seeking next of kin for 76-year-old Juan P.
Puertas, an Allentown resident who died Tuesday, June 17 at 9:40 p.m. at a local hospital in Salisbury Township; an autopsy was completed Thursday + further tests are needed to determine his cause of death.
Developer Nat Hyman is preparing a lawsuit against the City of Allentown for not cleaning up homeless encampments near Jordan Creek that let trash wash into the creek—harming his properties and nearby low-income communities.
His legal team said they will file state and federal lawsuits after a 60-day notice if no deal is reached, and he is open to discussing a financial contribution to help fix the problem.
The Northern Valley Chargers finished their first four LVL games at 2-2, winning against Whitehall-Coplay and Lower Macungie but losing to North and South Parkland.
Standout players Max George posted a .429 average and Nolan Fitzgerald a .300 average while Connor Simms pitched two complete games — the team looks to build momentum as the season winds down.
Allentown Fourth of July Celebration
12-10 p.m. — Cedar Beach Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with live music, family activities, and a spectacular fireworks show.
NTG Live Performance
10:00 p.m. — Vyral lounge & bar — Tickets required — Experience an electrifying live show by the talented NTG in the heart of Allentown.
Brass Transit Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Miller Symphony Hall — Tickets available — Experience the nostalgia of classic hits performed flawlessly by Brass Transit.
Laughs on the Blvd
8-9:30 p.m. — Tipsy's Bar & Lounge — $28.52 for General Admission — Experience a night filled with non-stop comedy and entertainment.
Drive By Truckers Concert
7:00-9:30 PM — Archer Music Hall — Ticket prices vary by seating — Catch the Drive By Truckers live in Allentown for an unforgettable night.
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