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Allentown
Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After months of cold, warm weather has drawn residents outdoors to enjoy a lively day in the Lehigh Valley. People gathered at Sand Island basketball courts and downtown Bethlehem while families cherish the season (with young children experiencing their first spring) and share the community spirit. 69 News
- ➤ Pennsylvania 811 reminds Allentown homeowners to call 811 before starting any spring digging projects to avoid hitting shallow utility lines, as a survey shows over ten million Americans may dig without proper notification. Homeowners should plan ahead to secure markings and prevent costly accidents. 69 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Manufacturers Resource Center is hosting the 2026 Automation and Manufacturing Technology Show on April 15 in Breinigsville at the Delta Hotel by Marriott. The event will feature live demos, manufacturer case studies (from Just Born and Highwood USA) and practical insights to improve operations. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ Penn Community Bank has named Charles Field as president and CFO to boost strategy and operations in eastern Pennsylvania. Field will lead enterprise-wide initiatives as CEO Jeane Vidoni continues to guide long-term growth. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ Freshpet revised its ads after The Farmer’s Dog challenged claims that its dog food is human grade, removing a sentence from a commercial and modifying a social media ad per the BBB’s National Advertising Division — the company’s campus is in Hanover Township, Northampton County. 69 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Allentown's 18th annual Blues, Brews & Barbecue Festival returns on Saturday, June 13 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. downtown where Hamilton Street from 8th to 12th will be transformed into a lively celebration of music, food, and culture honoring PA250 with headliner Jovin Webb leading regional acts. 69 News
- ➤ Crayola celebrated National Crayon Day on March 31 at the Crayola Experience in Easton by giving away free 32 count crayon boxes in its One Million Crayon Giveaway. Guests registered and picked their favorite colors, and registration remains open through May 31 (voucher required). 69 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local drivers reported that AAA noted the national gas price has risen above $4 a gallon on Tuesday, yet some Allentown stations still charge less. One commuter said his daily trip to New Jersey is growing tougher as prices vary from $3.89 to $4.19. 69 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ St. Luke’s University Health Network received the 2025 Richard L. Doyle Award for its High Utilizer Care Program (cutting emergency visits and hospital admissions and reducing hospital charges by 42%) and will be honored at the MCG Client Forum on June 1 to 3 in Aventura, Florida. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ During National Donate Life Month, transplant recipients at Lehigh Valley Health Network shared their personal stories—each showing how lifesaving transplants offer a second chance at life. 69 News
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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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Last Thursday Band Concert
7:30 p.m. — Miller Symphony Hall — Check ticket prices for a night of unforgettable music with Last Thursday Band.
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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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Devonta Smith and Friends Celebrity Softball Game
12 p.m. — Coca-Cola Park — Tickets required — Enjoy a star-studded celebrity softball game featuring NFL players and a Home Run Derby.
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