Hidden Gems in New Tripoli

Tucked away in the north western portion of Lehigh Valley you will find the small town of New Tripoli. It's a scenic drive from Allentown that will take you past the Trexler Nature Preserve and the Lehigh Valley Zoo. Make the most of your next trip with these hidden gems in New Tripoli, PA. Eight…

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Family fun at a Lehigh Valley IronPigs baseball game

Opening day is Friday, March 29 and there is no better place to experience top-notch baseball with the whole family than with the Lehigh Valley IronPigs (AAA Affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies) at Coca-Cola Park in Allentown, Pa. Enjoy fun for the entire family, pre-game happy hours on…

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10 Things You May Not Know About Allentown Native and Hall of Fame Wide Receiver Andre Reed

January 29th marks hall-of-fame wideout, Andre Reed's birthday. We've had the opportunity to catch up with Andre during his visits to his hometown, Allentown, PA. It's where he reflects on his childhood, playing a pick-up game at the park, and reminiscing on what Allentown used to be when he was a kid. His football career started right here at Dieruff High School and in his Senior year he led them to a tri-championship, tying with Emmaus and Whitehall. From there he went on to Kutztown University where he caught the eye of NFL scouts. In 1985 Reed was drafted in the fourth round as the 86th overall selection by the Buffalo Bills. He's also passionate about giving back and his work in the nonprofit sector. The Andre Reed Foundation was formedto help underprivileged children reach their full potential and become responsible contributors to their communities. It's headquartered in Allentown and supports other special projects, including the "Read with Reed" initiative, which promotes literacy. …

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Pro Tips from Twin Lakes Golf in Lehigh Valley

Golf at The Club at Twin Lakes in Lehigh Valley, PA is uniquely challenging with a golf course featuring elevated tees, sloping fairways, and water hazards. Constructed in the late 50s and early 60s, The Club at Twin Lakes is a mature Lehigh Valley course located on the grounds of an old iron ore…

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Valley Preferred Cycling Center Welcomes Olympic Hopefuls

Legs pumping with their heads tucked low, participants from around the world come together to compete against one another in the adrenaline filled sport of track cycling. As only one of 26 velodromes in the United State’s, Trexelertown’s own Valley Preferred Cycling Center Velodrome (VPCC or T-Town) is a sought-after competition location…

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