Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of February.
Good morning, Allentown.
🚨 Crime
The Lehigh County District Attorney's Office has added more charges against Joshua and Tracy Dechant, accused of severely neglecting and mistreating two juveniles, including forcing them to face extremely cold temperatures without clothes.
A man was cited by police for bringing a loaded gun to Lehigh Valley International Airport security checkpoint, despite having a gate pass for a scheduled music performance.
🎓 Education
Several Lehigh Valley school districts, including Easton and Bethlehem, announced two-hour delays for Friday due to slick roads from Thursday evening's snowfall.
🏛️ Government
Lehigh County Executive Phil Armstrong, in his last State of the County address, touted past achievements and outlined priorities for his remaining time in office.
Ben Stemrich, an Allentown journalist and small business owner, has announced his candidacy for Allentown City Council, promising fresh leadership and to address residents' concerns.
🏥 Health
HNL Lab Medicine will start subtyping all positive influenza A samples from hospitalized patients to detect H5N1 Avian Influenza amid rising bird flu cases, enhancing surveillance to protect public health in the Lehigh Valley.
🏈 Sports
The world's most fierce and massive monster trucks will be featured at the PPL Center in Allentown this weekend.
🎉 Allentown Events
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Lehigh Valley Flower and Garden Show
The Lehigh Valley Flower and Garden Show features landscape designers and vendors showcasing a variety of flowers, plants, garden products, and art.
Sebastian Maniscalco Live at PPL Center
Comedian Sebastian Maniscalco will perform live at the PPL Center in Allentown.
Rascal Flatts - Life Is A Highway Tour
Rascal Flatts will celebrate 25 years of music with a concert at the PPL Center in Allentown.
Cowboy Bebop Live Concert
A 14-piece ensemble of professional musicians will perform music from the acclaimed anime series Cowboy Bebop.
West End St. Patrick’s 5K Race 2025
The West End St. Patrick’s 5K in Allentown, PA, returns for its 15th year, inviting participants to don festive green attire for a spirited community race.
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