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Allentown
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bakeries across the Lehigh Valley are preparing for Fastnacht Day today by spreading orders from Thursday through Tuesday to ease the rush; Naz-O-Nuts expects to fry over 10,000 fastnachts while Egypt Star Bakery crews work nonstop + welcome walk-in customers until 12:00 p.m. 69 News
- ➤ The IronPigs' annual Fastnacht Day tradition returns for its 6th year — orders for fried potato doughnuts and special apparel are available at Coca-Cola Park, with pickup Monday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and on Tuesday for remaining orders. 69 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City crews are still clearing roads after a January snowstorm, as freezing temperatures have stalled melting. Crews worked Monday on N 6th St near Justice Hayes's home and are now focused on schools + hospitals while advising residents to be patient if their priority street has not yet been reached. 69 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ River Crossing YMCA cut the ribbon on its upgraded wellness center today in Allentown & celebrated the launch of expanded wellness services for the local community. 69 News
- ➤ LVHN is upgrading its Family Birth and Newborn Center at Pocono campus with private rooms replacing shared ones + additional labor and delivery rooms will be completed in 2027 with help from local donors. Lehigh Valley Business
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Blue Mountain (in Carbon County) opened at 8 a.m. Monday for Presidents Day and saw heavy crowds amid a season strengthened by recent snowstorms; the resort will host Winterfest next weekend (Feb. 21-22) with live music, a U.S. Luge team-built track, and snowmaking tours. 69 News
- ➤ Devonta Smith and Friends Celebrity Softball Game will take place at Coca-Cola Park on Saturday, May 2 (gates open at noon, Home Run Derby at 1:30 p.m. and game at 3 p.m.) as announced by the Lehigh Valley IronPigs and Clear Vision Marketing group. 69 News
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Simon Mulligan Jazz Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Miller Symphony Hall — Tickets available — Experience the captivating blend of classical and jazz by acclaimed pianist Simon Mulligan.
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Providence Bruins at Lehigh Valley Phantoms
7:00-9:05 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Watch an exciting AHL matchup between the Bruins and Phantoms.
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AWS Certified Machine Learning: Specialty Training Class
Mar 2-6 — Code One CPR Training — $2100 — Enhance your skills with expert-led AWS machine learning training in Allentown.
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2026 Eastern PA Spring Home Show
4-8 p.m. — Allentown Agri-Plex — Check website for details — Explore innovative home designs and connect with experts to transform your living space.
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March Hoops Championship Celebration
12:00 AM – 11:30 PM — Sports & Social Allentown — $100 fan gear gift card and food package for winning table — Celebrate March Madness with great food and prizes at your local hotspot.
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