Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
Good morning, Allentown.
🏘️ Community
The Spring Thaw Train Meet at the Allentown Fairgrounds Agri-Plex showcased over 600 tables of model trains and accessories yesterday, drawing enthusiasts including families and visitors from Texas.
Organizers also hosted race tracks for kids — providing a fun and educational experience for train fans.
💼 Business
Fine Wine & Good Spirits is holding a 10-day flash sale on select spirits and wines through March 22 to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
The sale offers discounts of 13%-22% and a chance to win round-trip airfare for two, a three-night Dublin stay and a distillery tour.
Football star Travis Kelce will serve as brand ambassador for Dorney Park through 2026+ he will share digital content and host fan engagements as part of a marketing push announced by Six Flags Entertainment Corporation.
The new partnership will boost park experiences for visitors.
🎭 Culture
The Allentown Symphony Pops will perform 'Space: The Final Frontier' at Miller Symphony Hall today at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. with classical and film music (free for ages 21 and under), and the Allentown Band will hold its Carnegie Hall Preview Concert at Christ Lutheran Church at 3 p.m. tomorrow.
Springhouse Middle School held its youth play Once Upon A Mattress—Youth Edition from March 5-8 with help from Concord Theatricals, drawing about 200 audience members per show and featuring 39 cast and 17 student crew members.
On March 6, Grundsau Lodge 16 met at Northern Valley EMS in Coplay to celebrate Pennsylvania Dutch traditions with speeches, traditional foods (sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, pork, and sausage) and live music.
Haaptmann David Adam led the program, which featured a recited pledge and dialogue in Pennsylvania Dutch.
🎓 Education
KidsPeace and LCCC launched a Mental Health Technician Training Academy that combines classroom lessons, lab sessions (at Orchard Hills Campus in Orefield) and job shadowing to prepare students for preferred positions with competitive pay.
Graduates will begin their careers in mental health care.
🏛️ Government
At a March 4 meeting, residents questioned the proposed Project Atlas data center — raising concerns over karst geology risks, water usage amid drought, and the preservation of the historic Blumer Farm.
The board honored Kenneth M. Navitsky for 33 years of service.
🏥 Health
Jefferson Lehigh Valley has upgraded prenatal and birthing care with flexible programs, virtual visits, and renovated centers at Tower Place in Bethlehem plus remodeled suites at LVH-Cedar Crest featuring a hydrotherapy tub.
Dr. Amanda Flicker said the changes ensure a safe, comfortable experience for families.
Lehigh County has launched two 24/7 public health kiosks that offer naloxone (Narcan), wound-care kits & hygiene supplies at Allentown’s Treatment Trends and Slatington’s D&L Trailhead Pavilion, funded by opioid settlement dollars to reduce access barriers.
🏈 Sports
Catasauqua’s boys’ basketball team lost 68-62 to Audenried on Friday, March 13 in the opening-round state tournament at West Philadelphia High School — Coach Eric Snyder said the height gap played a key role in the loss.
The Northampton boys varsity swim team sent a 200-yard medley relay team to the PIAA state championships at Bucknell University — the first relay team in 20 years.
The team finished 30th and plans to train for next season.
Methacton rallied in the final minutes to beat Whitehall 49 to 46 in a state playoff game last Saturday at Methacton (the game's site), overturning a 14 point lead.
Coach Jeff Jones said turnovers and missed shots contributed to the loss and the challenge of losing five seniors.
🎉 Allentown Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Tigers Jaw Concert
7-10 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — $52-$53 — Catch Tigers Jaw live in concert with last-minute tickets available.
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.
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.
StamperCon Allentown
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat — The Allentown Fairgrounds — $6.00 — Celebrate creativity in crafting at this vibrant convention.
Bridgeport Islanders vs. Lehigh Valley Phantoms
7:05-9:05 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticketed event — Exciting AHL action as the Islanders take on the Phantoms at home.
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