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Saturday, April 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Downtown Allentown Alliance announced its partnership with United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley to boost downtown improvements using community input and both public and private funding. Sen. Nick Miller said United Way will lend expertise in leadership development, donation management, and grant writing until the group becomes independent. 69 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Allentown Market at 27 N. Seventh St. on the ArtsWalk will close on April 17 as its owners announced the indoor marketplace—opened in October 2019—will end operations. Lehigh Valley Live
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Carlee Davidson ’26 spent two days shadowing pediatrician Chris Raab at Lehigh Valley Hospital 17th Street as part of the Career Center’s winter externship program. She learned firsthand about teamwork and patient care—insight that will guide her pursuit to become a pediatrician serving her hometown. Muhlenberg College
- ➤ Allentown School District announced that Building 21 High School will become a theme-based school starting in 2025-26. The school will offer computer science courses in the fall and later add courses in artificial intelligence and allied health careers as it receives a new name to match its innovative focus. Lehigh Valley News
- ➤ Former teacher Jason Moorehead sued the district for violating his First Amendment rights after he attended a 2021 Stop the Steal rally and was fired in 2022; he received $131,500 in damages and turned down up to $2.5 million in settlements. Moorehead now seeks $3.1 million in fees and costs (oral arguments will be heard on May 6 at the Edward N. Cahn U.S. Courthouse). Lehigh Valley News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The new Downtown Allentown Alliance has partnered with United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley to help improve downtown and support more shops, residents, and visitors. Sen. Nick Miller—who helps lead the alliance—said United Way will give advice on leadership, donations, and grants until the group can work on its own. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ Allentown officials approved a $220K contract with Davey Resource Group to complete a citywide tree inventory after a federal order paused work on a $920K grant. City Council remains hopeful that the remaining funds (nearly $700K) will come and will act on survey results (which will count tens of thousands of trees). WLVR
- ➤ The Council for Retail and Sales at DeSales University will hold its Meet the Experts panel at the Renaissance Hotel downtown on April 7 at 6 p.m. to discuss downtown Allentown’s evolving landscape with local experts — including Senator Nick Miller on state support and loan opportunities, Jill Wheeler on public art, and Manny Rodriguez sharing business insights as moderator Kecia Sturdivant leads the session. Lehigh Valley Business
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Pinfest
10 AM - 7 PM — Allentown Agri-Plex — Registration required — Explore a vibrant indoor and outdoor flea market focused on pinball and gaming culture.
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ROOTED - Allentown Health & Wellness Festival
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Cedar Beach Park — Free entry — Celebrate health and wellness with local vendors, fitness classes, and wholesome food options.
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