Sunday, November 17th, 2024

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Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of November.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A former Allentown police officer is charged with stealing $5500 from suspects in 2019, amid allegations surfaced in a whistle blower lawsuit. 69 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Allentown Art Museum introduces 'New Conversations: Renaissance and Baroque Art,' featuring never-before-seen pieces and a focus on cross-cultural exchange and spiritual themes. Lehigh Valley News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Lehigh Valley residential real estate market showed robust performance in October with increased sales, inventory, and median home prices. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ Gas prices see a decline in Pennsylvania and across the nation, with the average price falling to $3.280 per gallon in Pennsylvania and $3.078 nationally. Lehigh Valley Business
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lehigh Valley faces elevated wildfire risk due to dry and windy conditions, despite the expiration of a red flag warning. 69 News
TRAVEL NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Lehigh Valley Phantoms vs. Rockford IceHogs Hockey Match
The Lehigh Valley Phantoms will face off against the Rockford IceHogs at the PPL Center in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
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A Timeless Christmas Carol Performance
Experience the cherished Lehigh Valley tradition of A Christmas Carol, directed by William Sanders, on the historic stage of Civic Theatre of Allentown.
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Downtown Allentown Tree Lighting Celebration
The Downtown Allentown Business Alliance and the Allentown Chamber partner with the City of Allentown to kick off the holiday season with a tree lighting ceremony at Arts Park.
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Seth Witcher Live Performance
Experience a live performance by Seth Witcher at the Emmaus Farmers’ Market.
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