Good morning, Allentown.

Local churches raised $45,000 at Neffs Church Grove on Aug.

16 during the 'Love Your Neighbor' fundraiser, more than doubling their $20,000 goal to clear about $6 million in medical debt for area residents (the event featured free food and music from local performers).

Hundreds of families received backpacks and school supplies last Thursday as The Salvation Army supported the school year with a giveaway, while state Sen. Nick Miller announced $250k to renovate its community center and year-round shelter — upgrades include a new roof and HVAC improvements.

Mack Trucks, made in Lehigh Valley, is the official hauler for the Professional Bull Riders tour, with two Mack Pioneer models transporting nearly 75,000 pounds of equipment today at Moody Center in Austin.

The trucks feature a 515-hp engine & advanced 12-speed transmission.

ASD announced a new partnership with Cartwheel to expand virtual mental health therapy, parent guidance, and family support at all district schools before the 2026–2027 school year.

Families can access sessions for free through Medicaid or use in-network benefits + support is available before, during, and after school hours.

Lehigh Carbon Community College has introduced a new Aviation Management associate degree at its Lehigh Valley International Airport center — adding to its Aviation Science and Professional Pilot tracks to prepare students for careers in airport management and air carrier operations.

A middle school in Allentown received a donation of musical instruments from Pa.

Treasury’s unclaimed property program yesterday; the set included a keyboard, violin, cello, eight guitars, and a tom & snare drum.

Emmaus Borough earned the 2025 Community of Distinction Award at its Aug.

17 council meeting. County executive Josh Siegel praised its stormwater and infrastructure efforts while the council approved two residential parking spaces and a two-way traffic change on Adrain Street and postponed review of a Perkiomen Street ordinance.

Residents raised concerns about a proposed housing development on East Texas Road during a Lower Macungie Township meeting on Aug.

6; officials said the project remains in early review + issues like traffic, open space, and funding are being discussed.