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How the Lehigh Valley is working to attract tourists for America’s 250th anniversary

Even though it may not have as much of a spotlight as some nearby areas, such as Valley Forge, the Lehigh Valley played a significant role in the Revolutionary War.

A reenactor reads the Declaration of Independence on Sunday, July 7, 2024, during the annual Easton Heritage Day celebrations at Centre Square in Easton. The festival commemorates the city’s role as one of three places where the declaration was first read publicly July 8, 1776. (Emma Reed/The Morning Call)

A new political action committee, chaired by a vending company owner who opposes state Gaming Control Board oversight of skill games, mailed a flier to voters in Bucks and Lehigh counties attacking Democrat Bradley Merkl-Gump, a candidate in the 16th Senate District. (MEDIANEWS GROUP)

Election 2026: New PAC targets Lehigh Valley candidate with mailer calling him a ‘party boss puppet’

Parkland High School held its prom Friday, May 2, 2026, at Steel Stacks in Bethlehem. Students and their guests arrive to the big night.

Lehigh Valley proms: All our photos from last weekend

A Spirit Airlines 319 Airbus approaches Manchester Boston Regional Airport for a landing, June 2, 2023, in Manchester, N.H. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)

Stranded by Spirit shutdown? Airlines, including Allegiant, are coming to the rescue

Lehigh Valley food safety inspection reports

Lehigh Valley food safety report: tepid food, rodent activity, leaky ceiling, greasy equipment

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Parkland High School Prom | PHOTOS
Parkland High School Prom | PHOTOS
Whitehall High School Prom | PHOTOS
Whitehall High School Prom | PHOTOS
Rudy Giuliani hospitalized in critical condition, his spokesman says
Rudy Giuliani hospitalized in critical condition, his spokesman says
Retail Watch: This brewery is back in the Lehigh Valley after Allentown location closure
Retail Watch: This brewery is back in the Lehigh Valley after Allentown location closure
Palmerton Area High School Prom | PHOTOS
Palmerton Area High School Prom | PHOTOS
A suspected outbreak of the rare hantavirus on a cruise ship in the Atlantic kills 3 people
A suspected outbreak of the rare hantavirus on a cruise ship in the Atlantic kills 3 people
The Allentown Housing Authority is listing homes for sale below market value. Here is what to know.
The Allentown Housing Authority is listing homes for sale below market value. Here is what to know.
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The Beach Boys to kick off summer concert series in Quakertown
Stranded by Spirit shutdown? Airlines, including Allegiant, are coming to the rescue
Stranded by Spirit shutdown? Airlines, including Allegiant, are coming to the rescue
Saucon Valley High School Prom | PHOTOS
Saucon Valley High School Prom | PHOTOS

Local News

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Adoptable Pets in the Lehigh Valley: Meet Carol, Ruby Roo and Moe

Carol. Ruby Roo and Moe are looking for new homes.

Sports

Easton players, past and present, and coaches wave to a drone camera hovering above during a pregame ceremony on Saturday commemorating the final Red Rovers home game at Richards Field. After 61 years, Easton will play at a new, state-of-the-area starting in March of 2027. (Keith Groller / The Morning Call)

‘It’s very emotional’: After more than half a century, Easton baseball bids farewell to Richards Field

Easton's new field will have lights, a press box, turf field, video scoreboards and many other amenities expected to make it the area's premier high school baseball venue.

Things to Do

Danielle Boksan of Macungie enjoys a moment with her 6-year-old daughter, Avery, on Sunday, May 11, 2024, at a Mother’s Day brunch at Madeline’s in Upper Macungie Township. (Sharon Merkel/Special to The Morning Call)

Treat Mom at these Lehigh Valley brunch, dinner spots for Mother’s Day

Here's where to treat Mom to brunch or a special dinner on Mother's Day in the Lehigh Valley.

5th annual DeVonta Smith Celebrity Softball Game at Coca-Cola Park | PHOTOS

Fans and superstar athletes alike enjoyed the 5th annual DeVonta Smith Celebrity Softball Game on Saturday at Coca-Cola Park in Allentown. See photos.
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Whitehall High School Prom | PHOTOS
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Iconic Dixie Cup comes down from Lehigh Valley factory | PHOTOS, VIDEO

Opinion

The Rev. Becky Beckwith discovered this plastic Jesus figure during a recent visit to the Allentown Farmers Market. (Courtesy Rev. Becky Beckwith)

Faith & Values: Finding Jesus in unexpected places

During Lent, it became clear that no matter what we mere humans do or don’t...

Crime and Public Safety

A judge’s gavel rests on a book of law. (Dreamstime/TNS)

Jury convicts Bethlehem man who tried to meet boy for sex

A Bethlehem man was found guilty of numerous crimes for attempting to have sex with...

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Best gifts for Mom under $100

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Business

A recording of Meta Founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg's deposition is played for the jurors.

New Mexico seeks child safety restrictions on Meta apps and algorithms in trial’s 2nd phase

In the first phase, jurors ordered $375 million in civil penalties against Meta.

Pennsylvania News

The 2026 primary candidates for lieutenant governor. From left, Democrat Austin Davis, Republican Jason Richey, and Republican John Ventre. (Courtesy of candidates’ Facebook pages, Commonwealth Media Services)

Pa. primary election 2026: Your complete guide to the candidates for lieutenant governor

Incumbent Lt. Gov. Austin Davis is the only Democratic candidate. Jason Richey and John Ventre...

National News

The New York City skyline is seen behind Newark Liberty International Airport.

United flight landing in Newark strikes pole on New Jersey Turnpike, damages delivery truck

The airline said none of the passengers or 10 crew members were injured.

Allentown

Jalen Hurts takes his turn at bat Saturday, May 2, 2026, during the 5th Annual DeVonta Smith’s Celebrity Softball Game at Coca-Cola Park in Allentown. (Monica Cabrera/The Morning Call)

5th annual DeVonta Smith Celebrity Softball Game at Coca-Cola Park | PHOTOS

Fans and superstar athletes alike enjoyed the 5th annual DeVonta Smith Celebrity Softball Game on...

Bethlehem Area

LANTA’s director of planning and scheduling AJ Knee speaks during a public hearing hosted by LANTA on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, in Bethlehem concerning upcoming service changes. The transit agency is proposing changes on 24 routes, including cutbacks on frequency of service. (April Gamiz/The Morning Call)

Before cutting back on service, LANTA hears appeals from its riders

Changes are being proposed on 24 routes, which may have cutbacks on frequency of service....