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‘Fresh and delicious’: New ‘Chicken and Pizza’ restaurant to open in Allentown
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - A new addition to the Lehigh Valley’s dining scene is almost ready to serve up flavorful, made-to-order eats – including burgers, chicken wings, rice platters and brick oven pizza. Chicken and Pizza, a fast-casual restaurant offering freshly prepared pizzas, chicken dishes, sandwiches and more, will...
Longstanding Subway eatery abruptly closes in Bethlehem
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - Fans of Subway’s Ultimate B.M.T., Cold Cut Combo, Veggie Delite and other freshly prepared sandwiches have one less location to frequent in the Lehigh Valley. The chain’s restaurant at 8 W. Broad St. in downtown Bethlehem permanently closed in recent weeks. Storefront windows have been...
Clover Hill Winery hosts Family Night
Clover Hill Winery, 9850 Newtown Road, Breinigsville, had its first Family Night on June 6. The evening was dedicated to first responders who serve the Breinigsville region. Included in the celebration was a Lehigh Valley Health Network MedEvac, Quint 25 from Good Will Fire Co. No. 1, Trexlertown, and a Cetronia Ambulance Corps ambulance.
Dorney Park prepares for 3 nights of fireworks
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - The 4th of July and fireworks go hand in hand, and Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom is making sure guests enjoy a huge display. In the July heat workers from Rozzi Fireworks out of Ohio are putting on the finishing touches to make sure Dorney Park lives up to its tradition of a great fireworks display.
2024 Jurassic Quest is back | PHOTOS
Here’s a sneak peak of the herd of photorealistic and interactive dinosaurs from The Jurassic Quest exhibit at Agri-Plex in Allentown. The exhibit includes the moving and roaring dinosaurs, themed rides and attractions, interactive science displays and art activities for only one weekend on July 5-7, 2024.
Dinosaurs take over Allentown Fairgrounds (PHOTOS)
Jurassic Quest workers were seen herding in and setting up photorealistic dinosaurs Wednesday morning for a three-day interactive dinosaur experience at the Allentown Fairgrounds Agri-Plex. Jurassic Quest is North America’s largest animatronic dinosaur exhibit that showcases life-sized, realistic dinosaurs and activities to entertain and educate families. The dinosaurs that...
Familiar name planning to reopen FreeFall Trampoline Park in Bethlehem area
A new owner announced plans Friday to reopen the FreeFall Trampoline Park that closed suddenly last month. Tabula Rasa Holdings is acquiring the business and lease for the 2800 Baglyos Circle facility in Bethlehem Township, Vice President of Operations Gregory Schmatz told lehighvalleylive.com. It’ll become the company’s 18th Sky Zone...
Mack Trucks Historical Museum Celebrates 40 Years
The Mack Trucks Historical Museum is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2024, marking decades of documenting and chronicling the Mack Trucks legacy. Located in Allentown, Pennsylvania, the nonprofit museum is a 15,000-square-foot Mack-themed exhibition housed at the Mack Experience Center. About 10,000 annual visitors are drawn to the museum’s vintage Mack® trucks and detailed archives on display.
Jurassic Quest returns to Allentown Fairgrounds
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - Allentown is returning to the age of dinosaurs. "Jurassic Quest" opened Friday at the Allentown Fairgrounds. The interactive experience features life-like dinosaurs that you can ride, live dinosaur shows, and more. You can also dig for fossils and see real fossils, like T-Rex teeth and a triceratops...
Delight in Specialty Coffee, Pastries and Cold Drinks at Gems & Joe in Allentown
“Gems & Joe was created to start a legacy for our family,” share owners Jewel and Natalie Jones. After the seed was planted by the pair’s friend Pastor Joe Berrios, their connection to local coffee shops and the love they had for the coffee culture in Los Angeles grew. “It was a dream on hold coming out of the pandemic, but, honestly, perfect timing,” they say. “The revitalization of Downtown Allentown has arrived on our neighborhood block.” The name, they say, is a double entendre. “Gems is for Jewel, my name, and the collection of high-quality products we are providing and plan to provide,” shares Jewel. “Joe is for the coffee.” Count on Gems & Joe for specialty coffee, pastries, cold drinks and hemp-derived CBD products. Customers love all of the lattes, but the salted caramel variety has become a standout. This summer, enjoy outdoor seating as well as creative drinks and treats, collaborations, pop-ups and more.
Pennsylvania gaming regulator reschedules hearing for Wind Creek Bethlehem licence renewal
The hearing will be held on July 31 at Bethlehem City Hall. US.- The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) has rescheduled a hearing to take public comment on the renewal of the Category 2 Slot Machine Operator Licence for Wind Creek Bethlehem casino, Northampton County. It will be held at the Bethlehem City Hall on July 31. A severe storm which knocked out electricity at Bethlehem City Hall forced the cancellation of the previously scheduled hearing on June 26.
Lehigh Valley Zoo celebrates July 4
N. WHITEHALL TWP., Pa. - The Lehigh Valley Zoo hosted some patriotic events of its own to celebrate America's birthday. Exhibits were decorated with patriotic-themed enrichment. Uncle Sam was spotted on stilts having a height check with the giraffes. The Allentown Hobo Band performed in the barnyard area. There were...
New Exhibition Celebrates Pennsylvania Sculptor Marshall D. Rumbaugh
Exploring the life and work of contemporary Pennsylvania sculptor, Marshall D. Rumbaugh (1948-2023), Carved from Our Roots features artistic works in wood and stone inspired by the folk art traditions of the Pennsylvania Dutch. The exhibition opened Saturday, June 29 and will run through Tuesday, Oct. 1, in the gallery at the DeLight E. Breidegam Building, headquarters of the Pennsylvania German Cultural Heritage Center at Kutztown University.
Festival favorite Lester Miller keeps the crowds dancing in Kutztown
KUTZTOWN, Pa. - The 2024 Kutztown Folk Festival is dancing right along. Festival favorite Lester Miller is once again serving as the hoedown caller. Miller says a lot of people come year after year just to see the hoedown. Lester's family performs several times each day. He says the kids...
Red, white & blue on full display during July 4th parade at Kutztown Folk Festival
KUTZTOWN, Pa. - A parade is part of the Fourth of July festivities at The Kutztown Folk Festival each year. Bands played tunes while parading around the fairgrounds in Kutztown this afternoon. The tractors are some of the stars of this parade, driving by the crowds and pulling the floats.
DaVinci Science Center gets new arty addition
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - The Da Vinci Science Center in Allentown is getting a new artsy addition. Installation of a new 120-foot mural wraps up today. The mural was designed by Bethlehem teacher, Carla Majczan. She also had help from more than 300 Lehigh Valley Children Center students. The mural aims...
Bethlehem native to release debut album
Lehigh Valley native Lilly Moss has released the title track, “Meet Me on Broadway,” from her debut country album, which is set to be released on Friday, July 12. Produced by Grammy-nominated producer Dan Malsch of Soundmine Studios, “Meet Me on Broadway” showcases Lilly’s versatility as an artist and songwriter.
Horizons for Youth celebrates 30 years
In 1994, the first Horizons for Youth summer campers arrived at Northampton Community College on Green Pond Road in Bethlehem Township. The brainchild of Gail Mrowinski, then a part-time NCC employee who would serve as associate dean of community education from 2005 through early 2024, Horizons is celebrating its 30th season providing enrichment and summer fun for children entering kindergarten through ninth grade.
New Hellertown Gym Plans Grand Opening Celebration
Saucon Creek Fitness’s event will begin with gym tours at 8 a.m. and include an open gym High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) workout starting at 9 a.m. Later there will be food, a DJ and games. Est. Read Time: 4 mins. A fitness facility that recently opened on W....
Celebrating America's birthday at Steel Stacks
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - The show must go on. Rainy weather in the area didn't stop people from celebrating the 4th of July. At Steel Stacks in Bethlehem, people came out to celebrate America's birthday. People packed the pavilion outside ArtsQuest for the day - there was music, food, and arts...
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