In the national news again. For more than one reason.

The Mahoning Drive-In continues to capture the attention of anyone who is fortunate enough to stumble upon it.

Last July, the drive-in briefly appeared on national television during a July 4 celebration montage on CNN.

Last week, the drive-in received more macro recognition, as The New York Times gave the local landmark kudos for all of its creative events and classic shows.

“Honestly, our season is so packed with big events, it’s hard to be able to sit down and just take a minute to enjoy the success,” said J.T. Mills, the production designer and set decorator at Mahoning.

“Our focus is on bringing 110% to the next show, and we really appreciate any kudos we get at all, whether it be local or national.”

The theater, located on Seneca Road, just off Route 443 in Lehighton, continued its barrage of exciting summertime events with “VHS-FEST V” over the weekend.

Over 30 vendors, musicians and notable guests packed the Lehighton attraction, which was built in 1948. In fact, Mills said the drive-in hit a record number of attendees at the event this weekend.

“The Mahoning isn’t special just because of the people who work there, but the people who come out to visit,” Mills added.

“Fans, families, celebrity guests, journalists, the people driving from across the country, or in our own backyard - that’s who the drive-in really belongs to and we thank them for the continued support and patronage.”

In addition to the many events and shows the drive-in has to offer, overnight passes are available on some occasions for guests to stay overnight.

For upcoming events and information, visit MahoningDIT.com.