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Monday, March 9th, 2026
Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, more than 700 community members gathered at the Muslim Association of the Lehigh Valley in Whitehall Township for Iftar (featuring activist Shaun King) to honor this year's theme, pray for peace, amid global conflicts. 69 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ C.F. Martin & Co. handcrafts acoustic guitars, ukuleles and strings at its Nazareth shop from a family tradition starting in 1833. Executive Chairman Chris Martin IV leads the firm as it honors milestones like the dreadnought design while investing in new technologies. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ Barry Isett & Associates is an employee-owned firm in Allentown with 12 in-house departments that reported $32.8 million in 2024 revenue and employs 311 people. Founded in 1977 as a private practice, it grew into a full-scale engineering and consulting powerhouse with an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ American Bank, based at 4029 West Tilghman Street, crossed $1 billion in assets in March 2025 thanks to customer trust and employee loyalty. Chairman and CEO Mark Jaindl leads the FDIC-insured bank with 67 employees as it continues to combine advanced technology with personalized service. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ Lehigh ValleyBusiness releases its first In the Lead list, honoring local legacy businesses that overcame challenges like rising salaries and a shrinking workforce. The profiles spotlight diverse firms driving economic growth across the region. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ Breslin Architects (a 23-person firm in Allentown founded in 1964) has provided architecture, programming and master planning for educational, institutional and civic projects for over six decades; its principals engage community members in design workshops to tailor projects to local needs. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ Boyle Construction, at 3850 Sierra Circle in Center Valley, is one of the region's experienced construction management firms in its 49th year under president Sean Boyle. The firm has built key Lehigh Valley commercial projects & supports community charities via its Building Better Together Committee. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ Albarell Electric Inc. is a full-service electrical contracting firm serving commercial+industrial+educational+health care sectors with offices in Bethlehem, Pottsville, and Philadelphia. Now in its 89th year, the union contractor is led by Michael Conkey and Curt Hoyak and employs over 200 workers. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ B. Braun Medical Inc. has operated out of Bethlehem (824 12th Ave) for nearly 40 years, leading infusion therapy and pain management in the Lehigh Valley. The global, family-owned company employs over 8,500 people in North America and stays committed to patient and environmental safety. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ Buckno, Lisicky & Company is a full-service accounting and consulting firm based at 645 Hamilton Street that generated about $16.7 million in revenue and employs roughly 80 people. Founded in 1969, the firm is known for its long-term client relationships and community-focused scholarship programs. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ Builders Door & Hardware, Inc. in Allentown supplies and installs commercial doors, frames, hardware, and toilet partitions across Eastern Pennsylvania. Now led by second-generation owners Chuck Richard & his brother Ryan, the firm, founded in 1986 by Mike Richard, continuously modernizes services while providing personal attention to local construction projects. Lehigh Valley Business
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Warmer temperatures have golfers returning to play at Shepherd Hills Golf Club in Lower Macungie Township today, with players like Greg Trench hitting the green for the first time this season. The club reopened after a long winter and expects a warm summer ahead. 69 News
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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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West End St. Patrick’s 5K
12:00 – 1:20 PM — Brown Hall — Celebrate Irish culture with a festive racing spirit at the Lehigh Valley's fun 5K event.
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Community Event: Unlock Your Rebate
10 AM – 1 PM — Allentown YMCA — Free entry — Discover if you qualify for property tax or rent rebates with the help of local organizations.
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HARDY's COUNTRY! COUNTRY! TOUR
7-8:30 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience HARDY's blend of grit and heart in his celebrated return to country roots.
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Lehigh Valley Phantoms vs. Springfield Thunderbirds
7:05-8:05 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Watch the thrilling showdown between the Phantoms and Thunderbirds in an exciting ice hockey match.
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Tigers Jaw Concert
7-10 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — $52-$53 — Catch Tigers Jaw live in concert with last-minute tickets available.
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Music Monday at Allentown Library
10-11 a.m. — Allentown Public Library — Free entry — Bring your littles for a fun music session in the Children’s Department.
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Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins at Lehigh Valley Phantoms
7:05-8:05 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Watch the exciting matchup between local hockey teams in the heart of Allentown.
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