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Micaela Hood/LehighValleyNews.comNow in its fourth year, the awards ceremony recognized excellence across 17 categories, honoring everyone from seasoned entrepreneurs, actors, models, and filmmakers to emerging young talent. It was held at Archer Music Hall in Allentown. -
Micaela Hood/LehighValleyNews.comEven after Hispanic Heritage Month ended, Northeast Middle School in Bethlehem was alive with the sound of salsa and the aroma of arroz con gandules during BASD’s annual Hispanic Heritage celebration.
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The Diocese of Allentown's Catholic Charities is not accepting new immigration cases, but the nonprofit is working to "rebuild" its program, a spokesperson said. -
Dozens celebrated Honduras’ independence with a flag-raising ceremony outside Allentown City Hall on Friday, the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month.
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The flag is a combination of different Hispanic and Latino countries, forming a giant tree with symbols of growth.
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The legendary salsa group performed their biggest hits and displayed perfectly-timed dance moves.
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The hiring of a new executive director completes an extensive search, according to the board of the South Bethlehem facility. Victoria Montero served as executive director for the past five years.
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In a first-of-its-kind initiative, the United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley has announced $310,000 in grants for 21 organizations serving historically marginalized communities.
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This year's Puerto Rican Day Festival and Parade in Allentown shares the island territory's culture.
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The Puerto Rican Day Parade and Festival returns on Sunday, July 23 to Allentown.
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Accessorize your festing togs with a mug.
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It's an opportunity to celebrate Hispanic culture during the theater’s Latino open-air block party on Saturday, April 29.
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At very least, the remapping has divided the city of Allentown, leaders say.
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Enid Santiago wins her signature challenge to stay on the ballot. Schweyer disagrees with the rulingThis is the second time Enid Santiago and Peter Schweyer have faced off .
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Norberto Dominguez says a shortened timeframe to campaign affected his decision.
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The Futuros Empresarios program encourages students to aim for high power jobs.
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Candidates say they intend to run for the Lehigh Valley's new Senate seat as well as a 3rd state House seat in Allentown.
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It's the 1st time the city, which has a majority of Hispanic residents, will host the convention.
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LVHN's Dr. Robert Ray Jr. is working with an internal task force on diversity and inclusion.
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Critics of the new maps, like Victor Martinez, say they reduced the number of Latinos in some districts.
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Opponents say a new Lehigh Valley Senate seat splinters rapidly-growing Latino communities.
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The term "LatinX" is meant to include everyone and make them feel welcome.
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Impacting the lives of young people is a matter of partnerships, says a CADCA official and community organizer.
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The money will be used in part for neighborhood improvement projects and job training.
