The future of the Allentown Toy Factory is uncertain after a conflict on the Allentown Redevelopment Authority board prevented officials from moving forward with plans for the building.
The Executive Director of a Lehigh County community organization will soon be making an even larger impact as he prepares to travel around the globe to share his experiences and expertise.
On this timely and powerful episode of Let's Talk, Dr. Hasshan Batts sits down with Lehigh Valley native Larry Spagnola, co-author of The Riot Within: My Journey from Rebellion to Redemption, Rodney King's autobiography.
Following Allentown School Board’s appointment of Carol Birks to acting superintendent, community leaders are skeptical about her ability to lead, but hopeful she will be successful in the role for the sake of district students.
Op-ed by Hasshan Batts: When we listen to our neighbors, they tell us the children need safe places to gather, organized sports, opportunities for upward mobility, healthy relationships and jobs and to see themselves reflected in leadership positions.