Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.
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🏘️ Community
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.
Carter Fehlinger's initiative, Grammy's Greeters, successfully distributes over 5,750 holiday cards to various facilities, exceeding its goal with community support.
A report highlights challenges low-income Pennsylvanians face in accessing SNAP benefits, including paperwork issues and mail delays.
Donations to Salvation Army Red Kettles will be matched this weekend, doubling the impact of contributions.
🎓 Education
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.
🏛️ Government
Allentown City Council approved a $240 million budget for 2025, maintaining current property tax rates while increasing trash collection fees and funding infrastructure projects.
The Allentown City Council is anticipated to vote on a $240 million budget for 2025 on Wednesday night.
The Lehigh Valley Transportation Study approves plans to address congestion and safety on Route 22, backed by funding secured by Pa.
Sen. Nick Miller.
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.
Whitehall Township Board of Commissioners unanimously approves a 190,400-square-foot distribution center by Landston Equities LLC, with specific traffic and safety conditions.
🎉 Allentown Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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