Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
Good morning, Allentown.
Lehigh County mourns local legend Dan Wuchter, Sr. (86), who owned the Fairgrounds Farmers Market and passed away last week after battling dementia.
His family said the market will carry on in his memory, with his funeral held today.
Upper Macungie Township previewed its 188,000 sqft Community Lifestyle Center that includes a hardwood gym (NCAA regulation basketball court), turf field, quarter mile track and elevated fitness mezzanine.
The project, built by Alvin H. Butz, Inc. with LVHN support and community donations, will open this summer.
Valor Clinic Foundation ended its food donation drive Monday in Camp Trexler to help over 700 veteran families, including formerly unhoused veterans, by collecting just under 200 turkeys and other items (potatoes, apples, produce) for Easter meals.
The nonprofit worked with local schools, churches, and businesses to support veterans.
Local crews removed litter on I‑78 between the Route 309-145 and Rock Road exits today, causing a heavy traffic backup.
Drivers are urged to plan ahead for delays.
Trusted Land Transfer expands into the Lehigh Valley with a new office at the Ben Franklin Technology Partners complex in Bethlehem and appoints Ron Donchez, a longtime banking executive, as market president - he will lead operations and business development across Northampton, Lehigh and surrounding counties.
Gas prices in Pennsylvania stabilized near $3.94 per gallon today as the Lehigh Valley held at about $3.93 after a recent spike driven by the Iran conflict + spring break fuel demand; the national average remains around $3.99.
Muhlenberg College granted tenure and promotion to four faculty members (Katie Bucher in education, Michael Buozis in media and communication, Gregory Collins in business, and Sarah Runcie in history) effective next academic year.
A new AARP report finds that family caregivers in Pennsylvania provide $40 billion in unpaid labor each year, helping older adults avoid costly institutional care.
State Director Bill Johnston-Walsh warned that rising caregiving demands risk both caregiver health — financial security.
St. Luke’s University Health Network offers a nutritious Older Adult Meal Program that serves healthy dinners for seniors on weekdays at its ten campuses.
Meals cost $3.99 and include an entree, soup or salad, side, vegetable, dessert, and drink (many ingredients grown at its Rodale Institute Organic Farm).
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.
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'.
Last Thursday Band Concert
7:30 p.m. — Miller Symphony Hall — Check ticket prices for a night of unforgettable music with Last Thursday Band.
Earth Day in the Park
12-6 p.m. — Cedar Beach Park — Family-friendly fun — Celebrate the environment with activities, food, and vendor tables.
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