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Allentown
Tuesday, November 18th, 2025
Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Allentown Alliance has opened a new office at Two City Center, 645 Hamilton St. Suite 10 and launched a hospitality ambassador program run by Block by Block to boost safety and engagement on Hamilton Street. Residents, workers and visitors will see ambassadors providing directions, reporting issues and connecting local businesses with guests. Lehigh Valley Business
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Price Chopper and Market 32 launched a $40 Thanksgiving feast deal for up to 10 people on Sunday, Nov. 16 at all 129 stores in New England, New York and Pennsylvania. The deal offered a 13-pound frozen turkey, potatoes, vegetables and staple sides, and fully cooked holiday meals remain available for preorder through Thursday, Nov. 20. Daily Voice
- ➤ Aesculap Implant Systems of Upper Saucon Township — a Lehigh County firm — agreed to pay $38.5 million to settle allegations that its VEGA Knee System could fail prematurely. The company also settled DOJ claims over selling unapproved devices — a former employee pleaded guilty and it ended its U.S. orthopedic sales in 2024 — and said it did not knowingly cause false claims. 69 News
- ➤ Next month, Wind Creek Event Center owner Jeff Trainer will open The Broken Record, a restaurant in Lower Macungie Township that blends music with a menu of small plates and drinks with music-inspired names. The eatery features walls lined with memorabilia and an interactive bar with 36 seats — designed for close conversation. WLVR
- ➤ Beloved family-owned Jaindl Farms in North Whitehall Township rushed to fill turkey orders for Thanksgiving—spanning 14,000 acres, the farm supplies 2.5%-3% of the turkeys eaten on the holiday and sells fresh turkeys from sunrise to sunset at 3151 Coffeetown Road. 69 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ An Allentown man named Matthew Blum built an Atari-style racing game called Route 22 Rampage that is inspired by the slow traffic and potholes on Route 22. He developed the game in his home workshop—printing 42 limited-edition cartridges and offering a free version on his website. 69 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new K-8 academy will be built by the Allentown School District at 1600 Hanover Ave—on the site of the old state hospital—and it will serve about 1,200 students in two wings for younger and older kids. The $136 million project will open during the 2027-28 school year and include shared spaces like athletic fields and a play area. 69 News
- ➤ On Monday, November 17, Muhlenberg launched an elementary education major and minors in secondary education and education studies for teacher certification. The new program builds on its certification offerings and liberal arts strengths—giving future teachers hands-on field experience and strong mentorship. Muhlenberg College
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Allentown's school bus camera system has issued many $300 fines, and drivers say the photos sometimes do not clearly show a violation. The program shares money between the school district and a private company + local police receive surcharges while officials review each case carefully. Lehigh Valley News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Cedar Crest campus of the health network in Lehigh County is holding a blood drive. 69 News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Cortex Residential has begun building Walnut Square at 40 S. Eighth Street in Allentown to create 38 affordable housing units that must remain low-cost for at least 40 years—funded by $17 million from community and government sources. Developer Jonathan Strauss said he will break ground on a new 33-unit project called Urban Place in late 2026 or early 2027. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ VOC Partners launched its Self-Storage Investment Platform yesterday in partnership with Budget Store and Lock — the platform uses advanced analytics and dynamic pricing to manage a diverse portfolio of self-storage assets in Lehigh, Dauphin, Lancaster and Delaware counties. 69 News
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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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Lehigh Valley Phantoms vs. Utica Comets
7:05-8:35 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting ice hockey showdown between the Phantoms and the Comets.
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Disney On Ice: Road Trip Adventures
7-8:30 p.m. — PPL Center — Family-friendly pricing available — Embark on an adventurous ride with Mickey Mouse and friends to famous Disney destinations.
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Eric Mintel Quartet Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Miller Symphony Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the captivating jazz sounds of Eric Mintel and his quartet, blending original compositions with smooth improvisation.
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Living Succulent Holiday Ornament Workshop
6-7 p.m. — Illumination/Funk Brewing West End Taproom — Materials included — Create a unique living succulent ornament with a festive twist.
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