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Thursday, December 19th, 2024
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Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ East Allen Township celebrated its second annual Christmas in the Park event with festive lights, music, activities for children, and a visit from Santa, creating a joyous atmosphere despite the cold weather. Lehigh Valley Press
- ➤ Carter Fehlinger's initiative, Grammy's Greeters, successfully distributes over 5,750 holiday cards to various facilities, exceeding its goal with community support. 69 News
- ➤ A report highlights challenges low-income Pennsylvanians face in accessing SNAP benefits, including paperwork issues and mail delays. 69 News
- ➤ Donations to Salvation Army Red Kettles will be matched this weekend, doubling the impact of contributions. 69 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 13 students from Allentown School District were awarded four-year Board of Governors scholarships for full tuition at Kutztown University in recognition of their academic excellence. 69 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Allentown City Council approved a $240 million budget for 2025, maintaining current property tax rates while increasing trash collection fees and funding infrastructure projects. 69 News
- ➤ The Allentown City Council is anticipated to vote on a $240 million budget for 2025 on Wednesday night. 69 News
- ➤ The Lehigh Valley Transportation Study approves plans to address congestion and safety on Route 22, backed by funding secured by Pa. Sen. Nick Miller. 69 News
- ➤ The Lehigh County Board of Commissioners voted to seek funding to reopen the Berks County Youth Detention Center as a regional facility to address a juvenile detention bed crisis, serving Berks, Dauphin, and Lehigh counties. 69 News
- ➤ Whitehall Township Board of Commissioners unanimously approves a 190,400-square-foot distribution center by Landston Equities LLC, with specific traffic and safety conditions. Lehigh Valley Press
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Lehigh Valley Phantoms vs. Toronto Marlies Hockey Game
Catch the Lehigh Valley Phantoms take on the Toronto Marlies at the PPL Center, featuring a special youth giveaway for attendees aged 14 and under.
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Holiday Pops Concert
The Allentown Symphony Orchestra presents a festive concert featuring classics, carols, and sing-alongs, with special guest performers including the Parkland High School Chorus and soloist Camille Zamora.
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Charlotte Checkers vs. Lehigh Valley Phantoms
Watch an exciting hockey match between the Charlotte Checkers and the Lehigh Valley Phantoms at the PPL Center in Allentown, PA.
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Lehigh Valley Phantoms vs. Charlotte Checkers Hockey Match
Watch the Lehigh Valley Phantoms take on the Charlotte Checkers in an exciting hockey game at the PPL Center in Allentown, PA.
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Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshops in Allentown, PA
Participants can create their own Turkish mosaic lamps in a guided workshop suitable for all skill levels, complete with materials and refreshments.
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Lehigh Valley Phantoms vs. Rochester Americans Hockey Game
The Lehigh Valley Phantoms face off against the Rochester Americans in an exciting American Hockey League matchup at the PPL Center.
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