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Allentown
Wednesday, April 15th, 2026
Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of April.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Allentown will clear the homeless encampment behind Fountain Park due to floodplain risks; Councilwoman Ce-Ce Gerlach plans to propose a resolution today to fund hotel rooms and temporary housing as a major shelter closes for the season. 69 News
- ➤ Lehigh Valley counties will get $2.8 million in Industry Partnership grants to boost local jobs and industries, announced by the Shapiro Administration and the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry. The funding will help local groups run programs in healthcare, clean energy, and life sciences. Lehigh Valley Business
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ At Tilley's Nursery in Coopersburg, manager Ken Gretz advised gardeners to plant now + protect tender plants after Monday’s 32-degree and Tuesday’s 33-degree temperature drops, suggesting that sturdier crops like kale and broccoli could handle the cooler weather. 69 News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ In March the Lehigh Valley housing market showed mixed results with more new listings but a 10% drop in closed sales and a 3.7% decline in median prices — experts noted that stable pending activity and growing inventory pointed to a more selective buyer pool amid affordability concerns. Lehigh Valley Business
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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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Dayseeker Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — All ages welcome — Experience the vibrant sounds of Dayseeker from the central music scene.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Vault 634 — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Fleetwood Mac's timeless tunes performed under candlelight.
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Hit The Light & Major League Concert
7-10 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience a rock concert with four dynamic performers bringing the spirit of rock to life.
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Cosmic Baseball Spectacle
8 p.m. — Coca-Cola Park — Ticket lottery required — Experience the excitement of baseball lit up by neon lights and unforgettable entertainment.
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