Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of December.
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🏘️ Community
The Lehigh County Coroner's Office seeks assistance in finding relatives of Michael W.
Kendzierski, a 58-year-old man who passed away from natural causes.
In the Lehigh Valley, veterans and community members participated in a Wreaths Across America event at Fountain Hill Cemetery to honor veterans by laying wreaths on their graves.
ArtsQuest's 32nd annual Christkindlmarkt, presented by Univest Financial, attracted a record 128,384 visitors from over 40 locations, featuring nearly 180 vendors and a variety of holiday activities.
Top stories include a massive sinkhole on I-80, a surge in sickness at Urgent Care centers post-holidays, and a property tax hike in Moore Township.
🎭 Culture
The Lehigh Valley and nearby areas offer diverse New Year's Eve celebrations, including a 400-pound Peep drop, the world's largest puck drop, and other unique events, highlighting local alternatives to Times Square festivities.
The Lehigh and Keystone Valley Model Railroad Museum showcases an expansive HO-scale layout that mirrors the historic routes of the Lehigh Valley, Reading Railroad, and Central Railroad of New Jersey, accessible to the public through January 19.
📰 Economy
Allentown, PA, is named the 6th most popular housing market in 2024 by Zillow, highlighting its demand within the Northeastern U.S.
🏛️ Government
The Hanover Township – Lehigh County Council introduces Bill No. 2024-07 to impose a 10% penalty for late payment of inspection and reinspection fees and approves payments for various municipal projects.
📰 Lifestyle
Sabrina Carpenter introduces a new Dunkin' drink, the 'Brown Sugar Shakin’ Espresso', in collaboration with the coffee chain, featuring a festive ad campaign and special deals.
🎉 Allentown Events
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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.
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.
Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop
Participants can create their own Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying authentic Turkish tea and delights, with all materials provided.
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