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Democrats in Lehigh Valley race for Congress talk affordability at town hall

Democrats running in the 7th District race for Congress in the Lehigh Valley discussed cost of living and other issues at a forum in Allentown.

Democratic candidates; Aiden Gonzalez, Bob Banks, Carol Obando-Derstine, Lamont McClure, Lou Shupe, Mark Pinsley and Ryan Croswell prior to the start of a forum for the Democratic candidates in the 7th district congressional race Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, at Resurrected Life Church in Allentown. The town hall focused on economic, affordability and cost of living issues, and was hosted by a series of progressive groups. (Jane Therese/Special to The Morning Call)

John Rosenberger a faculty member at Central Catholic holds a ’85-’86 championship basketball jacket as he talks about past titles the school has won at the high school in Allentown. Rosenberger died Monday, according to the school, (Rick Kintzel/The Morning Call)

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People stand in line to enter the YMCA warming station Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, in Allentown, during the first night of service.
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The view from a studio apartment looking at the courtyard at the Confluence, City Center’s newest apartment building, Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026, in Easton. The $70 million development will be the largest residential project in Easton’s history, followed by The Marquis. (Jane Therese/Special to The Morning Call)

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Bishop Shanahan’s Andrew Corcoran dunks the ball against Coatesville on Tuesday. Tom Silknitter – For MediaNews Group

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Freedom senior Hayden Taylor is the defending District 11 Class 3A girls diving champion. She was second in the state meet last year. (Photo courtesy of Nicole Buglino)

District 11 swimming and diving: Parkland, Emmaus boast area’s top performers

Diving competition kicks off the district events today

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Allentown Symphony Orchestra will kick off its 76th season in October with a concert series that includes American composers, female composers and classical favorites. (Bill Basta)

Willie Nelson, Ella Fitzgerald, Mozart and Holst: Here’s a look at Allentown Symphony Orchestra’s 76th season

American classics and favorite works by classical composers — including one rarely performed in its totality — are highlights of the Allentown Symphony Orchestra’s upcoming 76th season.

Opinion

Hearts inscribed with names and messages for Valentines Day are installed by Scranton reisident Frank Dubas on the lawn area in front of the Everhart Museum in Scranton Thursday, January 22, 2026. (SEAN MCKEAG / STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER)

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Walnutport police and the Northampton County coroner’s office are investigating a fatal collision Friday, Feb. 13, 2026, between a tractor-trailer and SUV. Northampton County Coroner Zachary Lysek said a man in the SUV was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash, which happened around 9:30 a.m. at N. Best Avenue and Spruce Street. (Rich Rolen/Special to The Morning Call)

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Democrat Ana Tiburcio, left, and Republican Robert Smith Jr. are candidates in the Feb. 24, 2026, special election in the 22nd state House district, representing parts of Allentown and Salisbury Township. (Staff and contributed photos)

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