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Allentown had two destructive fires in two weeks. What is behind the damage?
Allentown closed out 2024 and rang in 2025 with two destructive fires that displaced several people and destroyed homes in different neighborhoods.
Congressman Ryan Mackenzie appointed to Homeland Security Committee
Freshman Congressman Ryan Mackenzie, who represents the Lehigh Valley, has been appointed to the House Committee on Homeland Security.
FBI investigating noose found on desk of Allentown city employee, officials say
Allentown City Council also indicated they may hire a law firm to complete an investigation into allegations of racism in City Hall.
Allentown activists demand FBI investigation into alleged hate crime against city employee
A group of Allentown activists held a protest Monday afternoon in front of City Hall, calling for justice and accountability after a noose reportedly was found on the desk of...
Allentown police sergeant, ex-vice officer charged with rape
A current Allentown police officer and a former vice officer in the department have been charged with rape and related offenses, Lehigh County District Attorney Gavin Holihan announced Friday afternoon.
Allentown police investigating noose found on City Hall employee’s desk; City Council member says she’s ‘irate’ over ‘hate crime’
Allentown police are investigating after what appeared to be a noose was found Friday morning on a City Hall employee's desk.
Allentown accepting feedback on housing strategy amid affordable housing crisis
Allentown is accepting feedback on its five year planning process, specifically on affordable housing and homelessness prevention strategies.
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Inside the last ditch effort to free former Allentown Mayor Ed Pawlowski before Joe Biden leaves office
Advocates for former mayor and federal prisoner Ed Pawlowski are working on a last-ditch effort urging Biden to commute his sentence.
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One of Pennsylvania’s top trail gaps runs right through Lehigh Valley. It will finally be linked this year.
Bethlehem will construct a trail link between the Bethlehem Greenway and the Saucon Rail Trail after purchasing land from Norfolk Southern.
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Here are the most anticipated real estate developments coming to Allentown in 2025
Real estate development shows no signs of slowing down in Allentown in 2025. Here are some of the most anticipated new developments.