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Saturday, July 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WFMZ gathered photos from viewers that show July 4 celebrations across the region—capturing parades and community gatherings in Wyomissing and Hanover Township. The station asks residents to send in more images for future features. 69 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Allentown police said that on Friday at 5:30 p.m. a scooter rider was struck by a vehicle at the 300 block of North Eighth Street near Chew Street — the vehicle fled and the rider was taken to a local hospital while investigators ask for witness tips. 69 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Allentown police arrested Dante Copeland on July 3 after he struck an officer during a traffic stop and later abandoned a Glock semiautomatic handgun during the chase — he now faces multiple felony charges including aggravated assault and firearm offenses. Lehigh Valley Live
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Third Eye Blind, known for recording five albums since the 1990s, will headline Musikfest 2025 on August 8 at PNC Plaza with Boys Like Girls opening the show—gates open at 6 p.m. for a 7 p.m. performance and tickets range from $30 to $99 with a premium option at $224. Lehigh Valley Live
- ➤ On Friday, the George Taylor House in Catasauqua held an Independence Day event with a reading of the Declaration of Independence. The celebration marked a key observance of local history (organized to honor the nation's founding document). 69 News
- ➤ Artist Chris Severn hosted a Bob Ross-inspired art class in Wescosville where he taught his wet-on-wet painting technique on a Friday night. His sold-out classes run 8-10 times per month and invite students to paint calm landscapes (a nod to Bob Ross's style). 69 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, Coca-Cola Park hosts the Party Animals for a Banana Ball game that turns baseball into a wild twist with dancing players and unusual rules—tickets sold out for the night game starting at 6:30 p.m. A second game will take place Sunday with player appearances and interactive pre-game activities—fans can enjoy the unique event on both days. Lehigh Valley News
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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.
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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.
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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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Das Awkscht Fescht
2-8 p.m. — Macungie Memorial Park — Admission details not specified — Experience one of the nation's largest showcases of classic and antique cars in a vibrant summer setting.
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DCI - Drum Corps International
7-8:30 p.m. — J. Birney Crum Stadium — Use promo code CAROLINA to support Carolina Crown — Experience an exciting evening of competitive drum corps performances.
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