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Wednesday, November 13th, 2024

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Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital brightened the lives of over 50 pediatric patients and their families with a Halloween party, thanks to Spirit of Children's fundraising efforts.  Bethlehem Press
  • Allentown's Lights in the Parkway, featuring over a mile of LED holiday displays, will run from Nov 29, 2024, to Jan 6, 2025, with special community and cultural events on select Mondays.  69 News
  • Allentown officials partner with Montgomery County firm to draft a new parks and recreation plan, inviting public feedback across five meetings.  Lehigh Valley News

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Liberty HS Theatre Company is set to perform the comedy 'Puffs,' highlighting the untold story of a wizarding world from the perspective of the Puffs, on Nov. 14 and Nov. 16.  Bethlehem Press

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Allentown School District is addressing a lawsuit claiming a student was injured by security guards at Raub Middle School in 2022, emphasizing a focus on student safety.  69 News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Whitehall Township delays a decision on a proposed distribution facility due to concerns over increased tractor-trailer traffic.  Lehigh Valley News

HEALTH NEWS

  • Thermo Fisher Scientific partners with Mainz Biomed to introduce ColoAlert, a new non-invasive colorectal cancer screening test in the U.S., aiming to improve detection rates through a home collection method.  69 News

EVENTS

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  • Jingle Jam: An Evening of Acoustic Music

    Experience an intimate evening of acoustic performances featuring some of Nashville's hottest stars at the historic State Theatre.

    Thu, 11/14/24

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  • Live Performance by DAVE EAST & CONNIE DIIAMOND

    Experience an unforgettable night with DAVE EAST and CONNIE DIIAMOND performing live at Sarandonga in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

    Fri, 11/15/24

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  • Hershey Bears vs. Lehigh Valley Phantoms

    Experience an exciting hockey match as the Hershey Bears take on the Lehigh Valley Phantoms at the PPL Center.

    Sat, 11/16/24

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  • 12th Annual Turkey Bowl Endurance Race

    Experience an exciting 4-hour endurance race at the annual Turkey Bowl hosted by Lehigh Valley Grand Prix.

    Sun, 11/17/24

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  • Michael W. Smith - Every Christmas Concert

    Experience the heartfelt music and spirit of the holidays with multi-platinum singer-songwriter Michael W. Smith in Easton, Pennsylvania.

    Thu, 11/21/24

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  • Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Coldplay

    Experience the enchanting sounds of Coldplay performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a beautifully candlelit setting at Vault 634.

    Fri, 11/22/24

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  • Lehigh Valley Group: Weekly Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting

    Experience a supportive environment at an open speaker meeting focused on recovery from alcohol addiction, utilizing reflections from AA's founder, Bill W.

    Sat, 11/23/24

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  • Hershey Bears vs. Lehigh Valley Phantoms

    Experience a thrilling hockey match as the Hershey Bears face off against the Lehigh Valley Phantoms at PPL Center.

    Fri, 11/29/24

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  • Historic Bethlehem Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Walk

    Celebrate fitness and community at the Historic Bethlehem Turkey Trot, featuring a 5K run, competitive walk, and 1.7-mile fun walk.

    Sat, 11/30/24

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  • December Ice Scraper 5K Race

    Experience a free, no-frills 5K race through the scenic Lehigh Parkway, welcoming all runners regardless of weather conditions.

    Sun, 12/1/24

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