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Wednesday, January 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Allentown developers receive approval to create additional downtown apartments, expanding housing options as part of the city's effort to ensure affordability. Lehigh Valley News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Allentown police are seeking a DNA sample from LaTarsha Brown, who reported finding a noose at her desk in City Hall, for investigatory purposes after she declined to volunteer the sample. Lehigh Valley News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ PPL Electric Utilities' President Christine Martin advocates for Pennsylvania to update its energy laws to combat the growing gap between electricity supply and demand to ensure reliable and reasonably priced service. WLVR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk, at his 2025 State of the City address, highlighted the city's recent successes, including a significant drop in crime rates, robust financial health, and strategic plans for further development and improvement in areas such as job creation, transportation, childcare, and affordable housing. Lehigh Valley News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Renowned chef Jose Garces is set to open two new restaurants, Rosa Blanca and Okatshe, in downtown Allentown's revitalized district in 2025, promising an infusion of Latin and Japanese cuisine. Lehigh Valley News
SPORTS NEWS
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Lehigh Valley Pet Expo 2025
The Lehigh Valley Pet Expo will showcase various pet-related vendors, activities, and entertainment at The Allentown Fairgrounds over a three-day period.
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Cirque du Soleil Crystal: A Unique Ice Performance Experience
Cirque du Soleil's latest show, Crystal, combines acrobatics and ice skating to create a spectacular performance.
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Valentine's Day DIY Date Night Workshop
This event invites couples to engage in a fun DIY workshop where they can create a unique wood sign together, with all materials provided and guidance offered.
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Star Wars Celebration Day
Experience the excitement of Star Wars with character meet-and-greets and engaging activities at the Da Vinci Science Center.
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Seth Witcher Live Performance at Stony Run Winery
Enjoy an evening of Emo-Core music by Seth Witcher while sampling great food and drinks at The Cellar by Stony Run Winery.
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Monster Jam at PPL Center
Experience the thrilling spectacle of Monster Jam, featuring powerful trucks and adrenaline-pumping stunts in an exciting live show.
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