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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Horacio Miranda (58) was found dead in an Allentown tent and the Lehigh County Coroner’s Office is seeking his next of kin as officials ruled his death accidental due to mixed drug toxicity from cocaine and fentanyl. Daily Voice
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ District Attorney Baratta said that Enci 'Aubrey' Wu—14 years old and from Palmer Township—was found safe in Jasper, Georgia and will return to the Lehigh Valley as Georgia authorities continue investigating her recent contacts and change in appearance. 69 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Muhlenberg College’s Competitive Programming Team, known as Nerd Club, won first place in the Northeast Region contest on April 15 at 8:32 a.m.—this win marks its fourth victory since 2019. Muhlenberg College
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Greater Lehigh Valley Realtors said March data showed new listings rose 8.5% and pending sales jumped 20.2% in Lehigh and Northampton counties, which may point to a stronger spring housing market even though closed sales and inventory dropped. The median sale price went up 4.3% to $350,000—showing that home values are rising. Lehigh Valley Business
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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LVRR May Summer Series 5K
10:30 PM – 12:00 AM — 1600 Park Dr, Allentown, PA — Free entry — Participate in a lively 5K race that kicks off a monthly series from May to September.
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Breaking Up Is Hard To Do
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Pines Dinner Theatre — Cheap tickets available — Experience the fun of live theatre with Breaking Up Is Hard To Do.
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Breaking Up Is Hard To Do
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Pines Dinner Theatre — Affordable tickets — Experience the charm of live theater with 'Breaking Up Is Hard To Do' this May.
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