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Tuesday, April 7th, 2026

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Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.

HEALTH NEWS

  • Since 2020, more than 1,000 community pharmacies have closed, leaving many neighborhoods with reduced access to prescription care, and patients must now travel further for services. Senate Bill 1186—sponsored by state lawmakers from Lehigh and Blair counties—proposes a single pharmacy benefit administrator for Medicaid, aiming to prevent further pharmacy deserts.  Lehigh Valley Business

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 4/10/26

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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.

    Sat, 4/11/26

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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'.

    Tue, 4/14/26

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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.

    Fri, 4/17/26

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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.

    Sat, 4/18/26

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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.

    Fri, 5/1/26

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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'.

    Sat, 5/2/26

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  • Dayseeker Concert

    6-7:30 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — All ages welcome — Experience the vibrant sounds of Dayseeker from the central music scene.

    Tue, 5/5/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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