Good morning, Allentown.

A 25-year-old motorcyclist from Allentown, identified as Stanley Aviles-Espaillat, died after a high-speed collision on West Tilghman Street Sunday—police said the crash occurred around 3:20 a.m. when his bike crossed into oncoming traffic after a car attempted a U-turn.

Lehigh County officials identified 20-year-old Gavin J.

Long from Middle Paxton Township as having died in a three-vehicle crash along I-78 in Salisbury Township on Aug. 3 after his motorcycle collided with a Volvo semi-trailer + a Cadillac Escalade and he was pronounced dead at 11:15 a.m.

On Monday, Aug. 4, free music acts played on 16 stages at Musikfest Fest in Show in Bethlehem with performances by ArtsQuest Lilly Moss, Billy Bauer Band, Katie Henry, Chasing Daylight, and DJ Bez Musiq.

The festival ran for 11 days and featured more than 400 acts—bringing a wide range of local talent to fans.

Vincent Forlenza ’75 donated $5M to Lehigh to create a merit-based scholarship program in the College of Health — the program offers tuition awards and mentoring to help students prepare for leadership in health care.

The gift builds on his longstanding support of the college, which previously included an endowed chair in health innovation.

PennDOT invites high school students from District 5, including Berks, Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe, Northampton and Schuylkill counties, to join the annual Paint the Plow program where they paint a snowplow blade with the winter safety message 'Don’t race.

Allow some space.' School officials must return a completed application to regional coordinator Sean Brown + the program has grown since it began in 2015 to now cover most counties in Pennsylvania.

Thursday Concert

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — Tickets starting at $95 — Experience an unforgettable performance by Thursday in the heart of Allentown.

Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy: Chapter Two

6-10 p.m. — Vault 634 — Ticketed event — Experience the chilling tales of Poe while enjoying expertly crafted themed cocktails.

Roasting Ears of Corn Festival

12-6 p.m. — Museum of Indian Culture — $10 adults, $7 children/seniors, free for kids under 11 — Celebrate Native American culture with music, crafts, and delicious traditional dishes.

2025 Great Allentown Fair Admission

11:59 p.m. — The Allentown Fairgrounds — Admission fee required — Experience a week of classic fair fun with agricultural exhibits, live entertainment, and delicious food.

Diabetes Prevention Program

2 PM — Cumberland Gardens — Free entry — Participate in a meaningful health and wellness program to help prevent diabetes.

Great Allentown Fair

6:00-8:30 p.m. — The Allentown Fairgrounds — Check event page for cost — Celebrate local culture and enjoy live entertainment.

Ace Frehley Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Allentown Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Ace Frehley live in concert at a vibrant venue.

Foods of India 2025

11 AM – 3 PM — Delta Hotels by Marriott Allentown Lehigh Valley — Free entry — A culinary celebration highlighting the diverse flavors of India brings the community together.