Lehigh Valley facts for kids
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Lehigh Valley
Allentown–Bethlehem–Easton,
PA–NJ Metropolitan Statistical Area |
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Eastern Pennsylvania
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Map of the Lehigh Valley
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| Country | United States |
| States | Pennsylvania New Jersey |
| Largest city | Allentown |
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| Rank | 74th |
| Elevation | 2,180 ft (660 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 861,889 |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (ET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 570, 610 & 484, 908 |
The Lehigh Valley is a busy area in eastern Pennsylvania and northwestern New Jersey. It's also called "The Valley." The biggest city here is Allentown, which had over 125,000 people in 2020.
The Lehigh Valley is the third largest metropolitan area in Pennsylvania. Only Philadelphia and Pittsburgh are bigger. About 861,889 people live here as of 2020. The population has grown a lot since 2010, especially with young people aged 18-34. The main parts of the Lehigh Valley are in Lehigh and Northampton counties, near major roads like U.S. Route 22 and Interstate 78.
This region is in a great spot, close to big cities like New York City (about 65 miles east) and Philadelphia (about 50 miles southeast). This makes it a good place for businesses that need to move goods, like warehouses and factories. Many products are shipped from here because it's easy to reach a large part of the U.S. and Canada within a day's drive. The Lehigh Valley International Airport helps with this, handling a lot of cargo every year. The Lehigh Valley was also very important during the American Industrial Revolution, making many heavy industrial products.
The Lehigh Valley has a strong economy, earning billions of dollars each year. Key industries include manufacturing, healthcare, finance, and professional services. The average household income has also increased, showing the area's growth. The region is known for advanced manufacturing, especially in life sciences, making it a busy industrial center.
Contents
- Discover the Lehigh Valley's Past
- Cities and Key Locations in the Valley
- Weather in the Lehigh Valley
- People and Population in the Lehigh Valley
- Arts and Culture in the Lehigh Valley
- Fun Things to Do in the Lehigh Valley
- Getting Around: Transportation in the Lehigh Valley
- Communication: Telephone Area Codes
- Economy: How the Lehigh Valley Makes Money
- Sports in the Lehigh Valley
- Education: Learning in the Lehigh Valley
- Famous People from the Lehigh Valley
- Images for kids
Discover the Lehigh Valley's Past
The Lehigh Valley gets its name from the Lehigh River that flows through it. A long time ago, this area grew because of its rich natural resources like coal, timber, and ores. These materials were moved using the Lehigh Canal and railroads.
The lower part of the Lehigh Valley is a geological area called the Great Appalachian Valley. It's surrounded by mountains, like the Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians to the north. This area has lots of valuable minerals, including some of the richest coal deposits in the world. The Lehigh Navigation Company helped build canals and transportation systems that were very important for moving goods and fuel in the 1800s. These improvements helped solve energy problems when wood was running out.
The canals were used for a long time, even into the Great Depression. They connected the Lehigh Valley to other big cities and ports, helping the region become a leader in the American Industrial Revolution. This area was a central point for canals, connecting many rivers and waterways.
Cities and Key Locations in the Valley
The main cities in the Lehigh Valley are Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton. These three cities form the main metropolitan area. The region stretches from the Pocono Mountains in the north to the Delaware River in the east. It also includes parts of nearby counties like Phillipsburg in New Jersey.
The Lehigh Valley is about 60 miles north of Philadelphia and 90 miles west of New York City. It's a fast-growing area in Pennsylvania. Many people move here because it's cheaper to live here than in Philadelphia or New York, but it's still close to those big cities for jobs.
Geologically, the Lehigh Valley is part of the Great Appalachian Valley. It's a real valley located between two mountain ranges: Blue Mountain to the north and South Mountain to the south. It's also considered part of the historic Pennsylvania Dutch Country.
Major Cities and Towns (Over 10,000 People)
- Allentown
- Bethlehem
- Bethlehem Township
- Easton
- Emmaus
- Forks Township
- Hanover Township (Northampton County)
- Lower Macungie Township
- Northampton
- North Whitehall Township
- Palmer Township
- Phillipsburg (NJ)
- Salisbury Township
- South Whitehall Township
- Upper Macungie Township
- Upper Saucon Township
- Whitehall Township
Weather in the Lehigh Valley
| Climate data for Allentown, Pennsylvania (Lehigh Valley Int'l), 1981–2010 normals, extremes 1922–present | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 72 (22) |
77 (25) |
87 (31) |
93 (34) |
97 (36) |
100 (38) |
105 (41) |
100 (38) |
99 (37) |
92 (33) |
81 (27) |
72 (22) |
105 (41) |
| Mean maximum °F (°C) | 57.9 (14.4) |
59.6 (15.3) |
71.6 (22.0) |
82.5 (28.1) |
88.2 (31.2) |
91.9 (33.3) |
94.2 (34.6) |
92.5 (33.6) |
88.0 (31.1) |
79.0 (26.1) |
70.6 (21.4) |
59.7 (15.4) |
95.4 (35.2) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 36.0 (2.2) |
39.8 (4.3) |
49.4 (9.7) |
61.3 (16.3) |
71.5 (21.9) |
80.1 (26.7) |
84.2 (29.0) |
82.4 (28.0) |
74.9 (23.8) |
63.6 (17.6) |
52.5 (11.4) |
40.5 (4.7) |
61.4 (16.3) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 19.5 (−6.9) |
21.7 (−5.7) |
28.8 (−1.8) |
38.5 (3.6) |
48.3 (9.1) |
58.1 (14.5) |
62.7 (17.1) |
60.9 (16.1) |
52.9 (11.6) |
41.3 (5.2) |
32.9 (0.5) |
24.0 (−4.4) |
40.8 (4.9) |
| Mean minimum °F (°C) | 3.0 (−16.1) |
5.7 (−14.6) |
13.1 (−10.5) |
26.0 (−3.3) |
35.5 (1.9) |
46.3 (7.9) |
52.6 (11.4) |
49.8 (9.9) |
39.2 (4.0) |
28.8 (−1.8) |
19.9 (−6.7) |
9.1 (−12.7) |
0.2 (−17.7) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −15 (−26) |
−12 (−24) |
−5 (−21) |
12 (−11) |
28 (−2) |
39 (4) |
46 (8) |
41 (5) |
30 (−1) |
21 (−6) |
3 (−16) |
−8 (−22) |
−15 (−26) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 3.03 (77) |
2.70 (69) |
3.39 (86) |
3.56 (90) |
4.14 (105) |
4.31 (109) |
4.95 (126) |
3.69 (94) |
4.62 (117) |
3.88 (99) |
3.50 (89) |
3.58 (91) |
45.35 (1,152) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 10.0 (25) |
11.1 (28) |
4.9 (12) |
1.0 (2.5) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0.7 (1.8) |
5.2 (13) |
32.9 (84) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) | 11.1 | 9.8 | 11.0 | 12.1 | 12.1 | 11.4 | 10.9 | 9.5 | 9.1 | 9.1 | 9.8 | 10.9 | 126.8 |
| Average snowy days (≥ 0.1 in) | 5.6 | 4.8 | 2.5 | 0.4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.6 | 3.5 | 17.4 |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 69.1 | 66.7 | 62.6 | 60.9 | 65.6 | 67.9 | 68.8 | 71.9 | 74.0 | 71.8 | 70.5 | 71.4 | 68.4 |
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The Lehigh Valley experiences all four seasons. Summers are usually warm and humid, while winters are cold. Spring and fall are typically short and mild.
People and Population in the Lehigh Valley
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 231,341 | — | |
| 1910 | 289,686 | 25.2% | |
| 1920 | 346,664 | 19.7% | |
| 1930 | 391,516 | 12.9% | |
| 1940 | 396,673 | 1.3% | |
| 1950 | 437,824 | 10.4% | |
| 1960 | 545,057 | 24.5% | |
| 1970 | 594,124 | 9.0% | |
| 1980 | 635,481 | 7.0% | |
| 1990 | 686,688 | 8.1% | |
| 2000 | 740,395 | 7.8% | |
| 2010 | 821,623 | 11.0% | |
| 2020 | 861,889 | 4.9% | |
In 2020, the Lehigh Valley had a population of 861,889 people. This makes it the third largest metropolitan area in Pennsylvania.
Many new residents are moving to the Lehigh Valley from New Jersey and New York. They come for the lower cost of living, job opportunities, and because it's still close to big cities like Philadelphia and New York City. The population is expected to keep growing a lot by 2040.
The average household income in the Lehigh Valley has been increasing. This shows that the area is growing and attracting new businesses.
Arts and Culture in the Lehigh Valley
The Allentown Art Museum is the biggest museum in the Lehigh Valley, with over 11,000 pieces of art. Colleges like Lehigh University and Lafayette College also have centers that host plays, concerts, and other performances.
Bethlehem is home to ArtsQuest, a group that supports visual and performing arts. They have the ArtsQuest Center and SteelStacks campus, which used to be part of the Bethlehem Steel Company. These places have many venues for shows, including the Levitt Pavilion and Musikfest Cafe. The Banana Factory has art studios and galleries you can visit.
ArtsQuest also puts on Musikfest every August. This is the largest free music festival in the country, bringing over a million people to the area each year!
Fun Things to Do in the Lehigh Valley
The Lehigh Valley is home to Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom, a very popular amusement and water park. It's famous for its exciting roller coasters and water rides.
If you like to ski, there are two resorts nearby: Bear Creek Ski and Recreation Area and Blue Mountain Ski Area. The Pocono Mountains, which have many well-known ski resorts, are also just about 30 miles north. The Poconos also have large lakes for boating and fishing, and Pocono Raceway hosts NASCAR and IndyCar races. You can also find great hiking trails, like the 30 miles of trails at the Trexler Nature Preserve.
Beaches in New Jersey are about 70 to 140 miles east and southeast of the Lehigh Valley.
Dutch Springs in Bethlehem is the largest SCUBA diving amusement park in the country. Over 40,000 divers visit each year to explore sunken "treasures" underwater. You can also go kayaking and paddle boating, and there's a water park, camping, and picnic areas.
In 2009, the Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem opened, bringing legal gambling to the area.
Many big festivals happen here every year. Besides Musikfest, there's the Mayfair Festival of the Arts in Allentown in May. In September, the Celtic Classic in Bethlehem celebrates Celtic heritage. The Great Allentown Fair has been held every year in late August or early September for over 150 years. Das Awkscht Fescht is a classic car festival in Macungie in early August.
Ice skating is also popular, with three places to skate: the Steel Ice Center in Bethlehem, The Rink in Whitehall, and a seasonal outdoor rink in Bethlehem. There's also the Bethlehem Skateplaza, a city park for skateboarding and freestyle BMX riding.
Getting Around: Transportation in the Lehigh Valley
Air Travel
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The main airport for the Lehigh Valley is Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE). It's located near Allentown. The airport has seen a lot more passengers and cargo recently.
Amazon.com uses Lehigh Valley International Airport as one of its main locations for its Prime Air shipping service. This airport was chosen because it's close to many people, is cost-effective, and has good facilities. It now ships more items for Amazon than any other location in the country. Other companies like FedEx Ground have also built large facilities near the airport because of these reasons.
There are also smaller airports for private planes, like Allentown Queen City Municipal Airport and Braden Airpark in Easton.
Bus Services
You can get around the Lehigh Valley using public buses run by the Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority (LANTA). In New Jersey, NJ Transit provides bus service. Carbon County Community Transit also offers service in Carbon County.
For longer trips, inter-city buses connect the Lehigh Valley to New York City, Reading, and Harrisburg. There's also direct bus service to Philadelphia. Many people also use bus lines that go between Manhattan and the Wind Creek Bethlehem casino.
Train Services
The Lehigh Valley has limited passenger train service. The closest regular passenger train station is in Hackettstown, New Jersey. The main train operators for freight (cargo) are Norfolk Southern Railway and Canadian Pacific Railway. They use large rail yards in Allentown and Bethlehem.
Passenger train service to Allentown and Bethlehem stopped in 1981. There are currently no official plans to bring back passenger trains to the Lehigh Valley, even though it's the largest metropolitan area on the East Coast without this service.
Roads and Highways
The Lehigh Valley has four main highways:
- Interstate 78: This major highway runs east-west through the southern part of the Valley. It connects to New York City in the east.
- U.S. Route 22: This freeway runs through the Valley from west to east, connecting to Newark, New Jersey.
- Pennsylvania Route 33: This highway runs north-south, connecting the Poconos to Northampton County.
- Interstate 476: This is part of the Pennsylvania Turnpike and stretches from Chester in the south to the Scranton–Wilkes Barre area in the north.
Other important local roads include MacArthur Road (PA 145), Cedar Crest Boulevard, Lehigh Street, and Tilghman Street.
Communication: Telephone Area Codes
The Lehigh Valley used to have only one telephone area code, 215. But as the population grew, new area codes were added. Today, the Lehigh Valley is covered by area code 610, with an overlay area code of 484.
Economy: How the Lehigh Valley Makes Money
The Lehigh Valley's economy is very diverse today. It's not just about manufacturing anymore, like it was in the past. As of 2019, the top five industries are:
- Finance (money management)
- Manufacturing (making products)
- Education (schools and colleges)
- Professional services (like legal or consulting)
- Health care (hospitals and doctors)
These industries all contribute to the area's total economic output, which was about $43.8 billion in 2017.
A Look Back: Economic History
Historically, the Lehigh Valley was famous for making steel, cement, and apparel. It was a big industrial center in the 1800s. However, in the late 1900s, many companies moved their manufacturing overseas.
Because of this, the Lehigh Valley changed its focus. It started to grow in financial services, healthcare, and technology. It also became a major hub for distributing goods because it's cheaper to do business here and it's close to big cities. Recently, some manufacturing has returned to the U.S., and companies from China and Germany have invested a lot of money here, creating thousands of new jobs.
Top Employers in the Valley
As of 2019, the biggest employers in the Lehigh Valley are:
- Lehigh Valley Health Network
- St. Luke's Hospital and Health Network
- Amazon
- Lehigh Valley Physician Group
- Mack Trucks
Why Businesses Choose the Lehigh Valley
The Lehigh Valley is one of the fastest-growing economies in Pennsylvania. It's in a central location, making it easy to reach major markets like New York City and Philadelphia. It's also within a day's drive of a huge part of the U.S. and Canada.
Compared to other areas in the Northeast, the Lehigh Valley has a lower cost of living, more affordable homes, and lower taxes. It also has good colleges and a larger, more affordable workforce. These things, plus support programs for businesses, make it a great place for companies to start or move to. For example, Netizen Corporation, a fast-growing cyber security company, is based here. Big companies like Amazon.com and Allegiant Air have also praised the region for its business support and infrastructure.
Many other large companies have operations here, including Broadcom Corporation, Air Products and Chemicals, Crayola LLC, Mack Trucks, Martin Guitar, Olympus Corporation USA, and PPL Corporation.
The Lehigh Valley has been recognized as one of the best places in the U.S. for economic development by Site Selection Magazine. Fortune magazine also ranked it among the top 10 places for corporate finance and IT operations. Allentown, the biggest city, has been called a "national success story" for its downtown improvements.
The Lehigh Valley is also one of the largest areas on the East Coast for warehouses and distribution centers. Because of this, it's sometimes called the nation's "second Inland Empire" for freight. Many big companies like Amazon.com, Home Depot, and FedEx Ground have large warehouses here. The FedEx Ground hub near the airport is one of the largest in the country.
The Boston Beer Company (which makes Samuel Adams beer) has its biggest brewery here. Ocean Spray also produces a lot of its drinks at its plant in the Lehigh Valley.
Shopping in the Lehigh Valley
The Lehigh Valley has many places to shop. The biggest shopping area is along MacArthur Road (PA 145), north of Allentown. It has the Lehigh Valley Mall and the Whitehall Mall.
Other malls include Palmer Park Mall in Easton, South Mall in Allentown, and the Westgate Mall in Bethlehem. The The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley offers more upscale stores. In 2011, The Outlets at Wind Creek Bethlehem opened at the casino in Bethlehem.
Yocco's Hot Dogs, a famous local fast food place known for its hot dogs, has six locations in the Lehigh Valley. Its first restaurant opened in 1922 in downtown Allentown.
Awards and Special Recognition
The Lehigh Valley has won many awards for its economic growth. From 2014 to 2020, Site Selection Magazine named it one of the top five best-performing regions of its size in the country. Fortune magazine also recognized it as a top place for finance and IT jobs. Allentown was praised by the Urban Land Institute for its downtown redevelopment, which brought in $1 billion in new projects.
Sports in the Lehigh Valley
| Club | League | Sport | Venue | Established | Championships |
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| Lehigh Valley IronPigs | IL | Baseball | Coca-Cola Park | 2008 | 0 |
| Lehigh Valley Phantoms | AHL | Ice hockey | PPL Center | 1996 | 2 |
| Lehigh Valley Steelhawks | NAL | Indoor football | PPL Center | 2011 | 0 |
| FC Sonic Lehigh Valley | NPSL | Soccer | Ulrich Sports Complex | 2009 | 1 (2012) |
| Lehigh Valley Rollergirls | WFTDA | Roller Derby | Hamburg Field House | 2006 | 0 |
American Football
College Football Rivalry
The Lehigh Valley is home to a very old college football rivalry between Lafayette College in Easton and Lehigh University in Bethlehem. They have played each other 155 times since 1884, making it the longest continuous rivalry in college football history!
Baseball
In 2008, Coca-Cola Park, a baseball stadium with 8,100 seats, opened in Allentown. It's home to the Lehigh Valley IronPigs, a Minor League baseball team. They are the AAA-level team for the Philadelphia Phillies. The team's name, "IronPigs," refers to pig iron, which was used in steelmaking, a big industry in the Lehigh Valley.
Gymnastics
Parkettes National Gymnastics Training Center in Allentown has trained many Olympians and U.S. national gymnastics champions. It's known for its demanding training program.
High School Sports
The 12 largest high schools in the Lehigh Valley compete in the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference. Many athletes from this conference have gone on to play professionally or in the Olympics. Their high school football, basketball, wrestling, and field hockey teams are often ranked among the best in the country.
For example, Liberty High School's football team was ranked second in the Eastern U.S. in 2008. Emmaus High School's field hockey team has won 33 championships in a row!
Ice Hockey
In 2014, the PPL Center, an 8,500-seat arena, opened in downtown Allentown. It's the home of the Lehigh Valley Phantoms, an American Hockey League team that is connected to the Philadelphia Flyers. The arena also hosts other sports and entertainment events.
Roller Derby
Lehigh Valley Roller Derby (LVRG) is a women's roller derby league. Their teams compete against other national and international teams. They play their home games at the Bethlehem Municipal Ice Rink.
Running Events
The Lehigh Valley Health Network Via Marathon is held every September. It includes a full marathon, a team relay, and a 5K walk. The marathon course follows the Lehigh River Canal Towpath from Allentown to Easton.
Lehigh University also hosts the Paul Short Run, a big cross-country race with over 5,000 runners. The Emmaus 5K race happens every October during the town's Halloween parade.
Track Cycling
The Lehigh Valley is home to the Valley Preferred Cycling Center, also called T-Town. This center hosts international cycling events and helps train many Olympic track cyclists.
Education: Learning in the Lehigh Valley
Colleges and Universities
The Lehigh Valley has many colleges and universities where students can continue their education after high school:
- Cedar Crest College (in Allentown)
- DeSales University (in Center Valley)
- Lafayette College (in Easton)
- Lehigh University (in Bethlehem)
- Moravian College (in Bethlehem)
- Muhlenberg College (in Allentown)
- Penn State Lehigh Valley (in Center Valley)
There are also two-year community colleges:
- Lehigh Carbon Community College (with campuses in Allentown, Carbon County and Schnecksville)
- Northampton Community College (with campuses in Bethlehem, Bethlehem Township and Monroe County)
High Schools in the Valley
The Lehigh Valley has many public and private high schools. Here are some of the largest:
- Allen High School (in Allentown)
- Allentown Central Catholic High School (in Allentown)
- Bangor Area High School, (in Upper Mount Bethel Township)
- Bethlehem Catholic High School (in Bethlehem)
- Catasauqua High School (in Northampton)
- Dieruff High School (in Allentown)
- Easton Area High School (in Palmer Township)
- Emmaus High School (in Emmaus)
- Freedom High School (in Bethlehem Township)
- Lehigh Career and Technical Institute (in Schnecksville)
- Lehigh Valley Academy Regional Charter School (in Bethlehem)
- Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts (in Bethlehem)
- Lehigh Valley Christian Academy (in Allentown)
- Lehigh Valley Christian High School (in Bethlehem)
- Liberty High School (in Bethlehem)
- Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School (in Allentown)
- Moravian Academy (in Bethlehem)
- Nazareth Area High School (in Nazareth)
- Northampton Area High School (in Northampton)
- Northern Lehigh High School (in Slatington)
- Northwestern Lehigh High School (in New Tripoli, Pennsylvania)
- Notre Dame High School (in Bethlehem Township)
- Parkland High School (in Allentown)
- Pen Argyl Area High School (in Pen Argyl)
- Phillipsburg High School (in Phillipsburg, New Jersey)
- Pius X High School (in Bangor)
- Roberto Clemente Charter School (in Allentown)
- Salisbury High School (in Salisbury Township)
- Salem Christian School (in Macungie)
- Saucon Valley High School (in Hellertown)
- Southern Lehigh High School (in Center Valley)
- Whitehall High School (in Whitehall Township)
The Lehigh Valley is also known for its excellent math team, the Lehigh Valley Fire. They have won the American Regions Mathematics League competition several times and are often ranked in the top 10 nationally.
Famous People from the Lehigh Valley
Many famous people were born or lived in the Lehigh Valley, including:
- Mario Andretti, a famous race car driver
- Saquon Barkley, a professional football player for the New York Giants
- Chuck Bednarik, a legendary football player for the Philadelphia Eagles
- Sabrina Carpenter, an actress and singer
- Jack Coleman, an actor from Heroes
- Larry Holmes, a former boxing heavyweight champion
- Lee Iacocca, a famous car executive who led Chrysler
- Dwayne Johnson ("The Rock"), a famous actor and former wrestler
- Daniel Dae Kim, an actor from Lost
- Kristen Maloney, an Olympic gymnast
- Ed McCaffrey, a former professional football player
- Andre Reed, a former professional football player for the Buffalo Bills
- Amanda Seyfried, a model and actress
- Christine Taylor, an actress and wife of Ben Stiller
Images for kids
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Shelter House in Emmaus, built in 1734 by Pennsylvania German settlers, is believed to be the Lehigh Valley's oldest continuously occupied building.
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Bethlehem Steel in Bethlehem was once a world leader in steel manufacturing, helping to build many famous U.S. buildings and military equipment.
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Allentown, the largest city in the Lehigh Valley and third largest city in Pennsylvania, May 2010.
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The Easton–Phillipsburg Toll Bridge, connecting Easton, Pennsylvania and Phillipsburg, New Jersey in the Lehigh Valley, October 2009.
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Christmas lights at Lehigh Valley Zoo in Schnecksville, December 2020.
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The city skyline of center city Allentown, Christmas 2017.
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The now quiet but still standing steel stacks of Bethlehem Steel in Bethlehem. This company was once the second largest steel maker in the nation.
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The global headquarters of Air Products in Allentown, March 2014.
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Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest in Allentown, the largest employer in the Lehigh Valley.
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The campus of Muhlenberg College in Allentown, March 2014.
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Allen High School, one of Allentown's two large public high schools, July 2008.
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Liberty High School in Bethlehem, February 2020.
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J. Birney Crum Stadium, a large high school stadium in Allentown, is home to three high school football teams.
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PPL Center in Allentown, the home arena of the Lehigh Valley Phantoms ice hockey team.
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Musikfest, the nation's largest free music festival, held annually in Bethlehem, August 2019.
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The ski lodge at Bear Creek Mountain Resort in Macungie, January 2012.
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