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Micaela Hood/LehighValleyNews.comLocal high school and college students — including first-generation college student biology major Rachel Apiolaza — received $1,000 scholarships from the Hispanic Center Lehigh Valley and the Latino Leadership Alliance in their first year presenting the awards since a merger. -
Micaela Hood/LehighValleyNews.comAs families celebrated Día de los Reyes, Sunday's celebration marked the end of the holiday season as children received Toys for Tots gifts during a joyful event that honored tradition and community.
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The PA Latino Convention in Pittsburgh drew leaders to discuss housing, education, and immigrant advocacy. Easton will host the 2026 convention, highlighting the Lehigh Valley’s growing Latino community. -
Puerto Rican pride was on full display Sunday as the city celebrated the first anniversary of its partnership with Patillas with a flag-raising ceremony, parade and family fun at ArtsQuest's SteelStacks campus.
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"Elegance in Stone," an exhibition opening at Peralta’s studio, 1601 West Chew St., kicks off with a reception from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20. and runs through Oct. 24.
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The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of the Lehigh Valley will hold its annual gala at the Centennial Conference Center at Homewood Suites in Center Valley.
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The backpacks, filled with supplies, were distributed to students from kindergarten through 12th grade, along with free haircuts, face painting, and community support from sponsors like Unity Bank and the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor.
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The Governor’s Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs has appointed 27 commissioners for its 2025-27 board, including several leaders from Lehigh and Northampton counties.
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The "Gentleman of Salsa" remarked he "felt at home" at his debut at Musikfest, where he delivered an evening of elegant dance moves, smooth vocals, and Puerto Rican pride.
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2025 Puerto Rican Festival and Parade in Allentown to celebrate the reinas of Patillas, flag-raisingThe cultural celebration begins with a flag-raising at Allentown's City Hall at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 3.
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Latina leaders and entrepreneurs discussed their personal and professional challenges at the annual PA Latina Women Conference, held at the Univest Public Media Center.
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The store carries Christian apparell designed in-house, plus athletic wear from Nike and Polo by Ralph Lauren. It's at 708 East Fourth Street.
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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.
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The Democrat becomes the youngest ever elected to Allentown council.
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Candidates reach out to potential voters by going door-to-door and hosting listening sessions.
