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Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lehigh Valley International Airport has launched a donation drive to support unpaid TSA+FAA workers amid the partial government shutdown. The airport invites local community members to contribute, offering a tangible way to help federal employees at the facility. 69 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ After storms moved through Monday night, a tree fell on a home fence near Oxford Drive with debris blocking the road and causing brief power outages, and power was restored early today — drivers are urged to drive carefully. 69 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Country-pop singer Russell Dickerson will headline Musikfest's opening night in Bethlehem on July 31 at 7 p.m.; tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, March 20 (at ArtsQuest and the box office at 101 Founders Way). Lehigh Valley News
- ➤ Emmaus interior designer Hilary Unger won the 2025 Interior Design Society National Designer of the Year award for her red themed Manhattan apartment project. Based locally since 2021, her design firm Perianth continues to draw attention with innovative approaches for transforming spaces. Lehigh Valley Business
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in the Lehigh Valley climbed to $3.867 per gallon on March 16, according to AAA (citing the Iran conflict and seasonal demand as reasons). Prices statewide have risen alongside increased fuel costs. Lehigh Valley Business
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A wind advisory was in effect until 2 a.m. today for parts of Pa + NJ, with south winds reaching 25 to 35 mph and gusts up to 50 mph, prompting officials to advise securing outdoor objects and cautious driving. 69 News
- ➤ Residents in Lehigh County experienced strong south winds with gusts up to 50 mph until 2 a.m. Tuesday—unsecured items were blown around and tree limbs fell, prompting extra caution for drivers. 69 News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Monday, Bethlehem’s Historic Conservation Commission delayed a decision on a seven-story mixed-use project on South New St after revised designs failed to preserve a key historic façade (officials requested new economic data and design options) for a plan offering 42 apartments plus commercial and community space. 69 News
- ➤ In February, Greater Lehigh Valley Realtors reported an 8.9% drop in inventory and a 4.7% decline in the median price to $333,500 in Lehigh and Northampton counties — with closed sales at 334 listings and 550 units available, reflecting lower mortgage rates and rising wages. Lehigh Valley Business
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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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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.
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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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Dashboard Confessional Concert
7-9 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience the heartfelt melodies from Dashboard Confessional's latest album 'All The Truth That I Can Tell'.
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