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Allentown
Saturday, November 1st, 2025
Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local corporations + nonprofits are joining United Way and Lehigh Valley Community Foundation to launch a $500K fund to fight hunger by keeping food pantries stocked for immediate relief. The fund will help over 106,000 SNAP recipients and others in need and will be distributed by local food providers to reach the hardest hit neighborhoods. Lehigh Valley Business
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA East Central reported gas prices held steady in Pennsylvania—Lehigh Valley drivers paid $3.17 per gallon on Oct. 28 compared to a slightly lower rate last week—and the national average stayed near $3, which is lower than last year. Lehigh Valley Business
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ High school students in Salisbury Twp. were dismissed early Friday after a power outage caused by gusty winds reaching 30 to 40 mph — school officials confirmed that the decision was made to ensure student safety. 69 News
- ➤ Alice P. Gast, Lehigh University’s first female president, died at 67. She led the university through a period of growth in research, academic innovation, global engagement — and built stronger community ties. 69 News
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Peoples Financial Services Corp. declared a fourth quarter cash dividend of $0.6175 per share; the dividend will be paid on December 15 and shareholders on record on November 28—this decision was set by the board. 69 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ PennDOT crews will install roadway reflectors along Route 33 North in Plainfield Township today between Belfast Road and Route 512 with a lane restriction in place from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.—rain may delay the work. Lehigh Valley Live
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Día de los Muertos Celebration
1-5 p.m. — Arts Park — Free entry — Experience the vibrant traditions of Día de los Muertos with family-friendly activities and cultural displays.
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Taylor Acorn at The Americus Hotel
7 p.m. — The Americus Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham — Admission details unavailable — Experience an evening with Taylor Acorn in a beautiful Allentown venue.
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Candlelight Concert: Queen vs. ABBA
8:45-9:44 p.m. — Vault 634 — Tickets available — Experience the magic of live music with classic hits from Queen and ABBA in an enchanting candlelit setting.
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Allentown Speed Dating for Singles Over 50
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Tipsy's Bar & Lounge — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches and discover the spark in a friendly environment.
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Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve
7-9 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a spectacular rock opera that blends holiday music with stunning theatrics.
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Mosaic Lamp Workshop
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Respect Graduate School — Materials included — Create your own Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying Turkish tea in a fun and relaxing setting.
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Class of 1995 30th Class Reunion
6-10 p.m. — The Fairgrounds Hotel — $25 admission — Celebrate the big 30th reunion with buffet dinner and great memories.
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Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Walk
1-3 p.m. — 1869 Luckenbach Mill — $20-45 — Work off your holiday feast with fun runs and a pet costume contest in support of community heritage.
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