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7 Democratic congressional hopefuls to face off in Allentown affordability forum
The forum is set to start at 6 p.m. Monday at Resurrected Life Church in Center City Allentown.
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Allentown man, in first performance since 'American Idol' appearance, tight-lipped about status on show
In his first public performance since the "American Idol" episode with him on it aired, Allentown singer Seth Witcher on Thursday was cagey about his status on the show.
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Eviction filings, housing strain collide as broader Lehigh Valley trends emerge
In counties such as Lehigh, eviction filings have reached their highest point in years, even as rental vacancy rates have fluctuated. That apparent contradiction — rising vacancy estimates alongside persistent eviction volume — is part of a broader housing dynamic playing out across the region.
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WATCH: Special election debate for 22nd House District in Allentown area
The special election will be held Tuesday, Feb. 24, in the 22nd House District, which covers parts of East Allentown, Center City and a part of Salisbury Township. The debate was broadcast live on PBS39 and streamed here at LehighValleyNews.com.
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Allentown housing, commercial development plans grew significantly in 2025, report says
The Allentown planning commission last year approved eight projects that are projected to bring more than 850 housing units to the city.
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