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Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of March.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Allentown Zoning Hearing Board approved variances for a new housing project consisting of three apartment buildings with 190 units, addressing building height and land disturbance concerns.  69 News

CRIME NEWS

  • A 47-year-old man was charged with multiple counts, including felony, for firing shots at a Lehigh County home with people and a child inside.  Lehigh Valley Live
  • Juan Sierra of Allentown was sentenced to 5-10 years in prison for a DUI-related vehicular homicide in Whitehall Township, resulting in the death of Jessica Rivera in 2021.  69 News

ECONOMY NEWS

  • PPL Corporation representatives, led by CEO Vincent Sorgi, rang the NYSE closing bell to celebrate their team's efforts towards creating future utilities, despite a turbulent day on the stock market where PPL's shares showed resilience.  69 News
  • J.P. Mascaro & Sons secures a major waste collection service contract with Allentown, planning to hire 60 new employees and add 21 collection vehicles for operations starting June 1, 2025.  Lehigh Valley Business

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Following a burst pipe and resultant flooding, Harrison-Morton Middle School students and staff adapt to temporary learning sites across Allentown after an initial shift to online education.  WLVR

HEALTH NEWS

  • St. Luke's Cancer Center introduces the Center for Hope & Healing, partnering with local businesses to provide comprehensive support for cancer patients, including specialized garments, hair and makeup services, and medically adaptive clothing.  Lehigh Valley Business

EVENTS

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  • Sebastian Maniscalco Live at PPL Center

    Comedian Sebastian Maniscalco will perform live at the PPL Center in Allentown.

    Thu, 3/13/25

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  • Rascal Flatts - Life Is A Highway Tour

    Rascal Flatts will celebrate 25 years of music with a concert at the PPL Center in Allentown.

    Sat, 3/15/25

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  • Cowboy Bebop Live Concert

    A 14-piece ensemble of professional musicians will perform music from the acclaimed anime series Cowboy Bebop.

    Tue, 3/18/25

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  • 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.

    Sun, 3/23/25

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  • NCAA Men's Hockey Allentown Regional - Session 1

    The PPL Center will host the 2025 NCAA Division 1 Men's Ice Hockey regionals, featuring exciting matchups from top teams.

    Fri, 3/28/25

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  • Jessie's Girl: Back To The Eighties

    7-9 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — Cost Info — Relive the vibrant sounds and culture of the Eighties at this exciting music event.

    Fri, 4/4/25

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  • Lets Sing Taylor - A Live Band Experience

    7:30–9 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — Admission details not provided — Celebrate the music of Taylor Swift with a live band in a vibrant setting.

    Sat, 4/5/25

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