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Man who jumped into Lehigh River while fleeing police still missing a day later, police say

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After brutal winter, Allentown wants to revive a much-loved program that paired teens with seniors for snow-shoveling help

Allentown is considering reviving a program that pairs local teens with their elderly neighbors for much-needed snow shoveling assistance during the winter months.

Antione Mason of Allentown takes a shovel full of snow and gives it a good toss while assisting a resident dig a car out Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2021, on Turner Street in Allentown. (Rick Kintzel/The Morning Call)

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18-year-old Emmaus High School student killed in I-78 crash in Lehigh County is identified [Updated]

Ben Clymer, fourth from the left, is stepping down as Faith Christian’s head coach for family reasons. He is flanked by Dalton, Scotty, Caleb and Bobby Clymer. (Photo courtesy of Ben Clymer)

One of Lehigh Valley and Pennsylvania's most successful wrestling coaches in recent years is stepping away

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Man who jumped into Lehigh River while fleeing police still missing a day later, police say

PPL substation located off of Front Street in Allentown. (Emily Robinson/The Morning Call)

PPL petitions state agency for smaller rate increase

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18-year-old killed in I-78 crash in Lehigh County
18-year-old killed in I-78 crash in Lehigh County
18-year-old Emmaus High School student killed in I-78 crash in Lehigh County is identified [Updated]
18-year-old Emmaus High School student killed in I-78 crash in Lehigh County is identified [Updated]
One of Pennsylvania’s most successful wrestling coaches in recent years is stepping away
One of Pennsylvania’s most successful wrestling coaches in recent years is stepping away
Large fight involving up to 20 teens on Northampton County street under investigation
Large fight involving up to 20 teens on Northampton County street under investigation
On The Border to close its only Lehigh Valley restaurant
On The Border to close its only Lehigh Valley restaurant
These 7 Lehigh Valley establishments accused of liquor law violations
These 7 Lehigh Valley establishments accused of liquor law violations
AP Exclusive: Smithsonian museum will revamp its slavery exhibit after artifact loan runs out
AP Exclusive: Smithsonian museum will revamp its slavery exhibit after artifact loan runs out
A developer wants to add 1,000 more apartments near Allentown’s riverfront. Here are the details.
A developer wants to add 1,000 more apartments near Allentown’s riverfront. Here are the details.
Lehigh Valley man sentenced to prison for $2 million internet scam
Lehigh Valley man sentenced to prison for $2 million internet scam
Musikfest named best music festival in the country by USA Today
Musikfest named best music festival in the country by USA Today

Local News

A visitor looks over a pot of lady slippers while attending the Lehigh Valley Flower & Garden Show on Friday, March 13, 2026, at the Allentown Fairgrounds Agri-Plex in Allentown. This year’s theme is America the Beautiful, and the show runs through Sunday. (Jane Therese/Special to The Morning Call)

Lehigh Valley Flower & Garden Show | PHOTOS

The Lehigh Valley Flower Show is being held at the Allentown Fairgrounds through Sunday.

Sports

Parkland’s Ryan Kearney looks to score against Delaware Valley’s James Dabney on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, during a 6A second-round boys basketball game at Hazleton Area High School. (April Gamiz/The Morning Call)

PIAA basketball: Tough nonleague schedule paying dividends for Parkland, Notre Dame-Green Pond

Playing good outside competition has helped both the Trojans and Crusaders

Things to Do

Rod Stewart performs Friday, Aug. 3, 2018, at the PPL Center in Allentown. (Chris Knight/Special to The Morning Call)

From Rod Stewart to Sebastian Bach, here are the top acts performing in the Lehigh Valley in March

There's something for everyone this month in the Lehigh Valley.

Lehigh Valley Flower & Garden Show | PHOTOS

The Lehigh Valley Flower Show is being held at the Allentown Fairgrounds through Sunday.
PIAA Basketball girls and boys second round doubleheader | PHOTOS
Annual High School Jazz Band Showcase | PHOTOS
Lehigh Valley Community Iftar | PHOTOS
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Major winter storm dumps more snow on Lehigh Valley | PHOTOS

Opinion

Women line up for their first meal after breaking their fast during the third annual Lehigh Valley Community Iftar on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the Muslim Association of the Lehigh Valley in Whitehall Township. The iftar, centered on the theme of “pray for peace,” was organized by two Lehigh Valley families, the Mughal and Mohammad families. They expected more than 1,000 participants from diverse backgrounds for the ceremonial meal Muslims hold to mark the end of daily fasting during Ramadan. (Jane Therese/Special to The Morning Call)

Opinion: Ramadan reminds me lessons from Kenya apply to the Lehigh Valley

Opinion: For me, Ramadan is a time that takes me back to my childhood, tied...

Crime and Public Safety

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Large fight involving up to 20 teens on Northampton County street under investigation

Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a large fight involving up to 20 teenagers that broke...

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These outdoor games for adults make every backyard party better

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Business

FILE – Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell speaks at the Federal Reserve, Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, file)

Judge quashes subpoenas in Justice Department’s investigation of Federal Reserve’s Powell

Jeanine Pirro, who issued the subpoenas, said she would appeal the ruling.

Pennsylvania News

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Pennsylvania high school basketball scores from Wednesday, March 11

High school basketball scores from across the state

National News

Stranded travelers crowd the Southwest domestic terminal at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport on Friday, March 13, 2026, after a ground stop. (Ellie Wolf/The Baltimore Banner via AP)

A strong chemical smell forces a 1-hour flight halt at 4 major DC-area airports

Delays jumped to around two hours at some airports.

Allentown

An industrial property at 1 Pump Place in Allentown was sold to a developer for $16.2 milloin, accoridng to Lehigh County records.(Donna Fisher / The Morning Call)

Developer purchases former industrial site along river in Allentown for $16.2 million

One of the final industrial sites along the Lehigh River in Allentown has been purchased...

Bethlehem Area

Faces in the crowd Sunday, Aug. , 2025, at MusikFest in Bethlehem. (Jonathan Broady/Special to The Morning Call)

Musikfest named best music festival in the country by USA Today

Musikfest has once again been named the best music festival by USA Today.