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Tuesday, April 21st, 2026

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Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • WFMZ is teaming up with Dorney Park and GIANT in South Whitehall Township to hold the 10th annual Food Truck Food Drive on Saturday, April 25 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Volunteers will drop off food donations for Second Harvest Food Bank to help reach a 10,000 lb goal rain or shine.  69 News

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Greenlight Networks plans to invest $62 million to expand its fiber network in Bethlehem (the first community selected for the build) so that more than 22,000 homes and businesses get high speed internet starting this spring, with more neighborhoods coming in summer and fall.  69 News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The City of Allentown paused its plan to clear Fountain Park after City Council pushed back on a Monday deadline extension. Officials noted the site is in a floodplain and advised residents to consider alternate shelter (the YMCA warming station is open until Tuesday night) as temperatures drop.  69 News

HEALTH NEWS

  • Highmark Health’s Social Care Network has cut monthly medical costs by $617 per member and reduced hospital admissions by 26 per 1,000 members (data from its pilot in western Pennsylvania and West Virginia). The program plans to expand into Central Pennsylvania and the Lehigh Valley soon.  Lehigh Valley Business

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • 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.

    Fri, 5/8/26

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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.

    Sat, 5/9/26

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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.

    Wed, 5/13/26

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  • Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop

    11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Respect Graduate School — Includes materials and Turkish tea — Create your own stunning Turkish mosaic lamp in a fun and relaxing workshop.

    Sat, 5/16/26

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  • Motion City Soundtrack Concert

    10 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — All ages welcome — Experience a full day of music from the renowned Motion City Soundtrack as they take the stage at Archer Music Hall.

    Sun, 5/17/26

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  • Scranton Wilkes Barre RailRiders at Lehigh Valley IronPigs

    6:05-7:05 p.m. — Coca-Cola Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting Minor League baseball game featuring local teams.

    Tue, 5/19/26

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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