Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of August.
Good morning, Allentown.
🏘️ Community
The Blue Valley Farm Show’s Youth Livestock Sale on Sunday saw Northampton Co. 4-H members partner with Feeding Pennsylvania to donate 15 animals that will be processed and sent to food banks statewide—providing fresh protein to families in need.
🚧 Accidents
A 20-year-old driver was pinned between her 2012 Dodge Durango and a Salisbury Township home—after her broken-down vehicle rolled on Broadway just after 3:30 p.m.—and she was rescued by emergency crews before being taken to St. Luke's University Hospital with serious injuries.
A 62-year-old man, Emad Kasseri, died from multiple blunt force injuries after his vehicle collided with a LANTA bus Monday morning at West Tilghman and North Ott streets in Allentown—local police and the district attorney’s office are investigating the accident.
🚨 Crime
AARP Pennsylvania warned residents of a text scam that started as a friendly 'wrong number' message — then asked for personal details to promote fake crypto investments and urged people to block unknown numbers.
An 18-year-old suspect from Stewartsville turned himself in in Bethlehem after opening fire inside Sizzling Bites Halal Grill, injuring two people and facing charges of attempted homicide—aggravated assault and reckless endangerment.
🎭 Culture
The Struts will perform a paid-ticket show today at Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks where they play the full album Everybody Talks and other songs – Dirty Honey will open the performance.
🎉 Allentown Events
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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.
Diabetes Prevention Program
2 PM — Cumberland Gardens — Free entry — Participate in a meaningful health and wellness program to help prevent diabetes.
Great Allentown Fair
6:00-8:30 p.m. — The Allentown Fairgrounds — Check event page for cost — Celebrate local culture and enjoy live entertainment.
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.
Foods of India 2025
11 AM – 3 PM — Delta Hotels by Marriott Allentown Lehigh Valley — Free entry — A culinary celebration highlighting the diverse flavors of India brings the community together.
Trexler Nature Preserve Hike – Border Trail
9 AM – 3 PM — Trexler Environmental Center — Free entry — Explore the beauty of nature on a scenic 10+ mile hike with the Allentown Hiking Club.
NFL Football Trivia Night
7:30 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Lehigh — No cover — Show off your NFL knowledge in an evening of exciting trivia.
8th Annual LVASCE EPIC Golf Outing
8 AM – 3 PM — The Club at Twin Lakes — Sponsorships available — Enjoy a day of golf while supporting scholarships for local engineering students.
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