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Positive COVID-19 test results are coming into the Allentown Health Bureau faster than staff can keep up in reaching out to close contacts.

The Allentown Bureau of Recycling and Solid Waste is announcing the fall yard waste collection schedule.

Mayor Ray O’Connell and Chief of Police Glenn Granitz Jr. officiated at a brief city hall ceremony this afternoon where new Allentown police officers were sworn in.

The Allentown Department of Parks and Recreation is embarking on a virtual programming series entitled “Recreation at Home” focusing on children of all ages and abilities and families.

The bridge on West Gordon Street and over Jordan Creek in the City of Allentown is expected to be closed for nearly nine months for reconstruction beginning on Monday, November 30.

Due to the rapid increase in COVID-19 case counts, the Allentown Fire Department is extending the permit period of childcare facilities and food establishments.

The City of Allentown is partnering with Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital to present the 24th season of Lights in the Parkway.

Due to rising COVID-19 case counts and the need to expand contact tracing notifications, the Allentown Health Bureau is extending the licenses of child-care facilities and restaurants.

The Allentown Arts Commission announces its collaboration with Hays Elementary Principal Naaman Schlegel, and Art Teacher Darlene Crouthamel, in bringing inspiration to 12th & Gordon streets.

Government, nonprofit and commercial partners announced today the launch of Bank On Allentown to advance banking access efforts throughout our region.