Good morning, Allentown.

Easton Restaurant Week is back to give residents a break from cooking and boost local eateries — event details and dining deals will be announced soon.

Oak Forest Apartments fire survivors can access loans at the Loan Outreach Center located at the Vision Resource Center (Hampden Boulevard) in Allentown, offering vital financial support for those affected by the fire.

Mack Defense in Allentown received an order from the U.S. Army for 115 heavy dump trucks to support military construction and disaster relief in the region.

It follows last month’s purchase of 91 trucks under a five-year contract valued at up to $221.8 million.

After Upper Macungie rejected a data center proposal, Air Products has until Aug.

5 to file an appeal (30-day window) after the July 6 decision (pending company review) that affects plans for a new data center in the region.

Lafayette College students joined professor Eric Hupe to scan the Cathedral of Monreale using photogrammetry to create digital 3D models for immersive art history via virtual reality; they also captured a digital replica of Easton's Bachmann Publick House, & Hupe will test a new VR application with educators later this year.

Renewed conflict in the Strait of Hormuz pushed up gas prices in the Lehigh Valley; drivers now pay $3.880 per gallon — up from $3.688 last week — according to AAA East Central.

Prices remain below spring highs, though they may change with global oil trends.

The Pennsylvania Longrifle Apprentice Program will run Sundays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Aug.

9 to Oct. 25 (no classes Sept. 6 or Oct. 4) at Jacobsburg Historical Society, 676 Schoeneck Road. The hands-on course teaches participants to build and test-fire a working muzzleloader.

ZooAmerica announced the arrival of two orphaned black bear cub siblings, Briar + Bramble, at its facility; the zoo said the male and female cubs are now housed in a secure exhibit for visitors to view.

A heat advisory is in effect in Lehigh County from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. today as heat index values could reach 103.

Residents should drink fluids & stay in air-conditioned places to prevent heat illness.

Rep. Dan Meuser held a moment of silence on the House floor at 5:40 p.m. Tuesday to honor fallen trooper Michael Pahira, paying tribute to his dedicated service.

Allentown zoning officials approved an appeal for the Peregrine Tower project by Umran Global Investment, which will allow construction of a 37-story mixed-use building at 90 S.

Ninth St. The decision clears the way for more local real estate development.

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.

DCI: Drum Corps International - 2 Day Pass

6:30-9:30 p.m. — J. Birney Crum Stadium — VIP tickets available — Experience top-tier drum corps performances with exclusive VIP packages.

Scranton Wilkes Barre RailRiders vs. Lehigh Valley IronPigs

5:30-7:45 p.m. — Coca-Cola Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting Minor League Baseball action with local favorites IronPigs taking on the RailRiders.