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Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of April.

CRIME NEWS

  • A wrong-way crash on I-476 near mile marker 67 in Washington Township happened Sunday morning when a 24-year-old New Jersey woman drove the wrong way and collided head-on with a 50-year-old motorcyclist from Bucks County—he died and another rider was injured while the driver suffered only minor injuries and no charges have been filed.  69 News

CULTURE NEWS

  • Billy Corgan has announced his solo tour A Return to Zero that will stop at Archer Music Hall in Allentown on June 17 — he will perform with his band Billy Corgan and The Machines of God which features guitarist Kiki Wong, drummer Jake Hayden, and bassist Kid Tigrrr — and tickets will be available for presale today at 10 a.m. until April 3 at 10 p.m. with general sales starting April 4 at 10 a.m.  69 News
  • The Crayola Experience in Easton kicked off its Million Crayon Giveaway on National Crayon Day, featuring eight retired crayon colors for visitors to collect. The colorful event runs through May 23.  69 News

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Meteorologist Bobby Martrich said cloud cover limited thunderstorm development in the Lehigh Valley on Monday so only isolated storms brought gusty winds of about 30 to 40 mph after 7 p.m.—he noted he differed from the Storm Prediction Center's higher risk outlook. Cooler temperatures are forecast for today and Wednesday.  Lehigh Valley News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The PA House approved House Bill 118 by a 117—85 vote to double fines for breaking child labor rules, setting fines at $1,000 for a first offense and $3,000 for later ones as lawmakers stressed the need to protect children. The bill now goes to the state Senate for further action.  Lehigh Valley Business

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • Mat Return Open Wrestling Tournament

    11:00 AM - 12:59 AM — Muhlenberg Memorial Hall — Entry fee applicable — Compete in the excitement of men's folkstyle and novice women's freestyle wrestling.

    Sat, 4/12/25

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  • Nunsense Musical Performance

    6:30-9:30 p.m. — Pines Dinner Theatre — Discount tickets available — Enjoy a delightful night with the lovable antics of nuns in this entertaining musical.

    Fri, 4/18/25

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  • Blue Zones Project Allentown Kick-off

    10 AM – 3 PM — PPL Center — Free entry — Explore health and well-being through activities and local resources at this community kick-off event.

    Sat, 4/19/25

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  • Easter Buffet

    10:00 AM – 4:30 PM — Slopeside Pub & Grill — Enjoy a festive brunch or lunch buffet in a scenic ballroom setting.

    Sun, 4/20/25

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  • Science Soiree

    5:30-8:30 p.m. — Da Vinci Science Center — Tickets required — Celebrate 30 years of science with an engaging evening of exploration and discovery.

    Fri, 4/25/25

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  • Pickle Fest

    11 AM – 5 PM — Slatington EXPO Center — Free entry — Celebrate all things pickled with tastings, food pairings, and family-friendly fun.

    Sat, 4/26/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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