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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 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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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.
