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Saturday, July 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tens of thousands of cases of deodorant made by A.P. Deauville—located in Forks Township—were recalled by the FDA for failures to meet current good manufacturing practices. The recall started on July 10 and is still active, affecting products sold in stores like Walmart and Dollar Tree. 69 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man—identified only as a 37-year-old John Doe—was found dead in a field in Salisbury Township early Friday morning and was pronounced dead at 7:24 a.m., while an autopsy is underway and multiple agencies are investigating the case. Daily Voice
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Dorney Park is hosting Viva La Fiesta, a month-long Latin celebration with live music, food and family activities that will run every Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. starting today until Aug. 17. Park Manager Kim Solis said the event will include performances by Manteca Blue and The Latin Corner — plus dance sets from Rumbamena Dance Company — and offers special Latin eats in park restaurants. Lehigh Valley News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Pennsylvania Department of Labor—Industry reported that the unemployment rate rose to 4.0% in June but remained below the national rate for the 26th month, and nonfarm jobs reached record highs for the 14th consecutive month despite a 5,000 decrease in the labor force. Lehigh Valley Business
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lehigh County officials will meet next week with local law enforcement leaders to discuss protesters’ demands to bar ICE agents from making arrests inside the courthouse—protesters claim ICE detentions deter people from accessing justice. Allentown Mayor Matt Tuerk and community organizers have raised concerns while state court officials maintain that ICE agents have the same legal rights as any citizen—county leaders say they will review all perspectives before deciding on any changes. Lehigh Valley Live
- ➤ On July 15, the state Office of Open Records ordered the Allentown School District to release records on BusPatrol—the contractor managing the stop-arm camera program—after denying LehighValleyNews.com’s request. The district now has 30 days to comply or file an appeal in Lehigh County Court. WLVR
SPORTS NEWS
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Drive By Truckers Concert
7:00-9:30 PM — Archer Music Hall — Ticket prices vary by seating — Catch the Drive By Truckers live in Allentown for an unforgettable night.
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Das Awkscht Fescht
2-8 p.m. — Macungie Memorial Park — Admission details not specified — Experience one of the nation's largest showcases of classic and antique cars in a vibrant summer setting.
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DCI - Drum Corps International
7-8:30 p.m. — J. Birney Crum Stadium — Use promo code CAROLINA to support Carolina Crown — Experience an exciting evening of competitive drum corps performances.
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Thursday Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — Tickets starting at $95 — Experience an unforgettable performance by Thursday in the heart of Allentown.
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Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy: Chapter Two
6-10 p.m. — Vault 634 — Ticketed event — Experience the chilling tales of Poe while enjoying expertly crafted themed cocktails.
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Roasting Ears of Corn Festival
12-6 p.m. — Museum of Indian Culture — $10 adults, $7 children/seniors, free for kids under 11 — Celebrate Native American culture with music, crafts, and delicious traditional dishes.
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