By: Phil Gianficaro
As America approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, we take a look back at the role Allentown played in hiding the Liberty Bell from British troops during the Revolutionary War.


Phil Gianficaro is a General Assignment Reporter at Lehigh Valley News. With over four decades of journalism experience, he covers a diverse range of topics including commercial real estate, housing market trends, urban design, and public health, while also highlighting impactful stories from his community. He has been featured in The Intelligencer, Bucks County Courier Times, Burlington County Times, Suburban Life Magazine, and LehighValleyNews.com.
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Phil Gianficaro's articles primarily cover local news, community events, human interest stories and business/economy in the Lehigh Valley area. The themes he often covers include entertainment news, family & relationships, and culture & society.
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