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Allentown
Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents from EverTrue Lutheran Home at Topton delivered donations on March 16 to support Hackerman-Patz House at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest in Salisbury Township. They stuffed the community bus with blankets, nonperishable food, and essential items to aid families using the lodging. Parkland Press
- ➤ Grandpa Joe's Candy Store in Emmaus has seen a boom in demand for NeeDoh squishy toys — items that have sparked a craze among kids and teens since January. The store receives 10 to 15 inquiries daily as supply struggles to meet the growing demand. 69 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Timothy and Karen Widrick, behind Edge, SURV and Sunny Side Up, shared recipes on 69 News at Sunrise in Salisbury Twp while celebrating milestones—Edge marks 24 years, SURV hits 6 years in November, and Sunny Side Up turns 3 on April 11 with monthly curbside charities aiding families. 69 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Calvary Temple in Allentown stages its annual, free Easter musical (You Thought of Us) that began on Good Friday and will have a second showing today at 3:00 p.m. Cast members aged five to 60 have rehearsed since January to bring the resurrection story to life through music and drama. 69 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ KeyBank donated $200,000 to Finanta, a non-profit that supports small business growth in Allentown, as part of its bicentennial celebration. The funds will support Finanta’s AGL program to provide microloans in the greater Philadelphia region. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate fell to 4.3% in January, and nonfarm jobs reached a record high, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry — the civilian labor force grew by 12,000 while jobs increased by 17,000 from December. Lehigh Valley Business
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Apr. 3, officials identified a lack of sterility in store-brand eye drops sold by major retailers, prompting K.C. Pharmaceuticals to recall over 3.1 million bottles (including Dry Eye Relief and Artificial Tears) as consumers in Allentown were urged to stop using them immediately. Daily Voice
- ➤ A new art and yoga center has opened off Rt. 309 in Coopersburg to support mental wellness with art classes, yoga sessions and meditations three days a week. Owner Roey Ebert said visitors will benefit from a guided experience that eases daily stressors. 69 News
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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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The Felice Brothers Concert
7-10 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — Ticket info not available — Enjoy a night of live music with the Felice Brothers, featuring cuts from their laid-back album 'Undress'.
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