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It’s been nearly 50 years since Allentown was named an All-America City, but the Queen City is getting new recognition as one of the best places to live in the country. Allentown recently made U.S. News and World Report’s “Best Places to Live” list for 2024-25, coming in at No. 128. U.S. News said Allentown’s convenient location, commitment to healthy living and celebration of the arts “make ...
Long-time Allentown law firm offices getting a major makeover
There’s been a great deal of redevelopment in downtown Allentown in recent years with new office buildings, attractions and apartments springing up. And inspired in part by all the activity, one of t...
Country dance showcase in Carbon County
JIM THORPE, Pa. — In their best country outfits, some students from L.B. Morris School in Jim Thorpe brought their dance moves to the football field. It's all for the annual country dance. Health and physical education teacher Claire Burns has spent years teaching line and square dances to...
Pa. Shakespeare Festival performs at Allentown's Arts Park
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - The Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival is taking the Bard on the road. Its first stop? Arts Park in Allentown. Actors from the Shakespeare Festival performed the famous playwright's "Comedy of Errors" Friday afternoon. The production is part of the festival's "Play On" Community Tour, which will run through...
Assisted living facility in Allentown expands
ALLENTOWN, Pa. -- An assisted living facility in Allentown made room for more tenants on Thursday. Luther Crest held a ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of its recent expansion project. The community added 69 new independent living apartments for seniors. Plus, there's a new dining experience with a restaurant...
Residents concerned about blighted Jim Thorpe property
JIM THORPE, CARBON COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Nestled in the Poconos, Jim Thorpe earned the designation as one of the most beautiful small towns in America. But a blighted property on a residential street has become an unsightly problem for neighbors. Not only is this dilapidated house an eyesore, but it’s also a serious safety concern […]
Pennsylvania voters feeling unsure, split going into crucial 2024 presidential election
BETHLEHEM (CBS) -- The Philadelphia suburbs are expected to play a vital role in the upcoming general election. One of those areas is the Lehigh Valley.The City of Bethlehem sits in both Lehigh and Northampton Counties. When it comes to the last two presidential elections, Northampton voted red in 2016 but flipped blue in 2020."There are some very strong opinions here, obviously, being purple, it's all mixed up," Lynne Brolly from Bethlehem said.Voters along Main Street shared their views. One voter told CBS Philadelphia off camera that what happened to Trump was a "travesty" and he will be voting for him...
10 most expensive homes sold in Carbon County, May 20-26
A house in Lake Harmony that sold for $620,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Carbon County in the past week. In total, 27 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $307,415. The average price per square foot ended up at $202.
Developer moving forward on what will be 2 new apartment buildings as part of Allentown waterfront project
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - Construction will soon begin on phase 2 of the Allentown waterfront project, says Zac Jaindl, COO of Jaindl Enterprises. Two new apartment buildings will rise on either side of the office building, 615 Waterfront, which opened last October. The first complex, River House, at 30 E. Allen...
Mural that elementary school students helped design unveiled in Bethlehem
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - Youngsters created the new mural unveiled Friday in Bethlehem. The ribbon cutting was Friday on the Greenway at Hobart Street. Community Action Development Bethlehem, and two local artists, were behind the project. Students from Donegan Elementary School, led by art teacher Tiffany Anderson, helped with the design.
Allentown Police Receive Federal Funding for New Tech | WDIY Local News
State Representative Susan Wild joined Allentown Police, Mayor Matt Tuerk, U.S. Senator Bob Casey, and District Attorney Gavin Holihan Tuesday to tout new investments in the City’s police department. At a press conference, the leaders announced $963,000 in federal funds for the Police Department, which will be used to...
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