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Thursday, July 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Six Flags Great Adventure and Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom announced a new combined season pass on July 29 that lets fans enjoy both parks with benefits such as free parking, exclusive discounts, and bonus tickets. The MVP Sale gives access to all Six Flags parks through the rest of 2025 and all of 2026 and will be available online until Sept. 1. Daily Voice
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An 82-year-old Lehigh Valley resident lost $50,000 in a cyber scam when her bank account was breached earlier this year, and although her bank refunded the money, local officials say small police departments lack the tools to track these international fraud rings — prompting calls for a national solution. Lehigh Valley Live
- ➤ Lehigh County District Attorney Gavin P. Holihan said Erik Contes, 42, of Whitehall Township—free on $100,000 bail—will face charges of rape, kidnapping to facilitate a felony, sexual assault and indecent assault in court after a June 2nd, 2024 incident in South Whitehall Township where police found him with a very intoxicated woman needing medical help. Lehigh Valley Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The PA Shakespeare Festival’s Timon of Athens runs through Aug. 3 at Schubert Theatre at DeSales University and offers a stripped-down take on Shakespeare’s classic story. Greg Wood leads a seasoned ensemble in a lively production—showing Timon’s rise and tragic fall with raw energy. Lehigh Valley Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Don Cunningham said Lehigh Valley led American manufacturing last year with over 37,000 skilled jobs and more than $9 billion in output. He said the region benefits from reshoring and a strong workforce—advantages that have drawn a dozen new companies. Lehigh Valley Business
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lucy—Catasauqua Area School District's first in-house therapy dog—is easing student stress by greeting students in hallways and classrooms since her first day on May 12. The district approved the pilot program on May 7 and plans to expand her visits to other schools based on positive feedback. Lehigh Valley Press
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ City Center Group broke ground on The Standard, its 15th apartment building in Allentown, at 111 N. Sixth Street, replacing the former site of the Morning Call newspaper. The four-story building will offer 257 units+ about half will be affordable while it features shared amenities and green design. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ Commercial leasing activity increased in Q2 along the I-78/I-81 corridor as 5 million square feet of space were leased and the Lehigh Valley maintained a 9% vacancy rate (118 million square feet available), while CBRE VP Sean Bleiler expects pending deals to lower the rate by Q3. Rent prices remain stable at just over $9 per square foot as fewer new buildings enter the market due to high construction costs. Lehigh Valley Business
SPORTS NEWS
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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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2025 Great Allentown Fair Admission
11:59 p.m. — The Allentown Fairgrounds — Admission fee required — Experience a week of classic fair fun with agricultural exhibits, live entertainment, and delicious food.
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Diabetes Prevention Program
2 PM — Cumberland Gardens — Free entry — Participate in a meaningful health and wellness program to help prevent diabetes.
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Great Allentown Fair
6:00-8:30 p.m. — The Allentown Fairgrounds — Check event page for cost — Celebrate local culture and enjoy live entertainment.
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Ace Frehley Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Allentown Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Ace Frehley live in concert at a vibrant venue.
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