Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 3rd of August.
Good morning, Allentown.
Mack Trucks and Iron Pigs join forces for the 'Pigs and Rigs' event honoring Lehigh Valley—this latest edition of the Iron Pigs' Salute to the Lehigh Valley celebration highlights regional heritage in Allentown.
An interactive map tracking data center proposals now shows a 754-acre campus plan in the Lehigh Valley and progress on a project in the Philly suburbs.
The map verifies details from public sources on projects planned to use at least 100 megawatts of power.
Third Eye Blind rocked Musikfest on Sunday night at the Wind Creek Steel Stage in Allentown despite heavy rain.
Frontman Stephan Jenkins led the band in playing nostalgic hits that drew a multigenerational crowd.
A flood watch is in effect until 11:00 p.m. tonight as heavy rain and thunderstorms could cause flash flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas across parts of Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Residents in vulnerable areas are urged to stay alert and follow local forecasts (check updates today).
Wildlife officials plan to reduce deer numbers as antlerless hunting tags increase for the 2026-27 season, including a weekend opening for licensed hunters with agricultural deer control permits.
Local residents report frequent deer sightings as fawns become more mobile, a normal summer pattern according to experts.
PennDOT will begin roadwork in Northampton County today with lane restrictions on I-78 in Bethlehem, Route 22 in Easton, and other roads through early August.
Work runs daily from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. + drivers should check conditions online.
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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