Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of July.
Good morning, Allentown.
A Northampton County dad has turned his love for matchbox cars into a free trading post along Stones Crossing Road in Palmer Township.
The setup offers collectible toy cars, planes + buses for local community exchanges.
Berks Arts announced it will close after more than 50 years in business — though it plans to keep some of its programming alive.
The move marks a significant shift for a long-standing local arts institution.
Whitehall-Coplay School District approved a cost-cutting plan to shift charter school students aged 12 and older to LANTA public transit for the upcoming school year — prompting safety concerns from parents.
The board also granted pay raises to administrators and revised teacher lesson plans and lunch prices.
A flood watch is in effect from Tuesday morning through Wednesday afternoon as heavy rains may cause flash flooding in low-lying areas; residents in northern Delaware, New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania including the Southern Poconos, Lehigh Valley and metro Philadelphia should monitor forecasts.
The Pa. DEP is drafting new rules to cut methane leaks from oil+gas operations and will require regular inspections and equipment fixes; the proposal will be open for public comment+ to gather stakeholder feedback before final adoption.
Good Shepherd Rehabilitation is teaming with Wandercraft on Eve, a personal exoskeleton designed to offer indoor walking assistance for individuals with severe mobility disabilities.
The trial and training program will begin this summer at its Hyland Center and select regional sites following FDA clearance.
Colliers reported that industrial leasing and rents in Lehigh Valley & Central Pennsylvania stayed strong during Q2, showing high tenant interest and stable market fundamentals.
Several large lease deals are expected to boost occupancy by year-end.
Real estate expert Wade Budinetz shared a clear guide for first-time home buyers in the Lehigh Valley in a HelloNation article.
His step-by-step process (covering pre-approval, inspections, and tax planning) aims to help buyers navigate the market with confidence.
DCI: Drum Corps International - 2 Day Pass
6:30-9:30 p.m. — J. Birney Crum Stadium — VIP tickets available — Experience top-tier drum corps performances with exclusive VIP packages.
Scranton Wilkes Barre RailRiders vs. Lehigh Valley IronPigs
5:30-7:45 p.m. — Coca-Cola Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting Minor League Baseball action with local favorites IronPigs taking on the RailRiders.
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