Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of October.
Good morning, Allentown.
Hanover Township announced trick-or-treat night will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Oct.
30 (with a rain date on Oct. 31) for local families to enjoy a festive evening.
LVEDC (Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation) unveiled a 6-foot-by-7-foot Made in Lehigh Valley sculpture at Lehigh Valley Mall yesterday to celebrate local manufacturing and pride, with executives and local mascots attending the event.
The campaign will soon add similar installations across the region.
Pink Heals Lehigh Valley supports locals battling cancer by offering emotional and financial help through home visits and community events using its pink fire truck and ambulance + a fundraiser during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Established in 2013, the nonprofit spreads hope throughout the region.
Melissa Robinson of Turning Point of Lehigh Valley told 69 News that warning signs of abuse include subtle shifts in appearance, routine, and social behavior.
She advises checking in privately and calling (610-437-3369) if concerns arise.
After a fatal ride incident Monday at Six Flags Over Georgia, a Six Flags spokesperson said Dorney Park in South Whitehall will keep its rides operating (including eight coasters like Iron Menace from 2024) with regular safety checks as planned.
Promenade Saucon Valley is celebrating its 20th anniversary with events set in Center Valley, including Barktoberfest on Saturday, Oct.
17 with a Walk Down Memory Lane display and a 2 p.m. recognition ceremony featuring $2,000 in giveaways. The celebration continues with 20 Days of Deals through Oct. 20.
Amy Widestrom, executive director of the League of Women Voters, accepted a $25,000 donation from the Kalmbach Park Foundation at Kalmbach Memorial Park in Macungie on Oct.2.
The funds helped support voter education, election assistance programs and volunteer recruitment for the civic organization.
A 'Made in Lehigh Valley' sculpture was unveiled today at the mall's center court, where visitors can showcase their local pride.
The 6-by-7-foot work by Emmaus company In-A-Flash Sign and Design is the first in a series of art installations — a new symbol of regional pride.
Whitehall native Justin Klement painted a new mural of the Eagles’ seven captains on the Wing Wall at Lincoln Financial Field for the Sept.
13 home opener. He completed the work in two days and said the artwork would remain up for several more games.
The East Penn school board is considering new courses at Emmaus High for the 2027-28 year, including a biomedical science pathway, AP Cybersecurity course, and AI instruction, with decisions set for a future meeting.
The district secured a $14,000 grant + teacher training funds to offset costs.
Executive Education Academy Charter School in Allentown has installed ZeroEyes' AI gun detection system, which works with digital cameras (providing rapid alerts to local law enforcement) to enhance safety for its 1,735 students and 300 staff on its Union Boulevard campus.
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