Published September 16. 2026 02:38PM
PRESS PHOTOS BY SAMANTHA ANDERSONJoseph Veshinfsky, of Catasauqua, has a number of peppers on display during The Great Allentown Fair, held Sept. 2-7 at Allentown Fairgrounds. The theme, in celebration of the country’s 250th birthday, was “Something Old, Something New, Forever Red, White and Blue.”
Veshinfsky’s organic vegetables win a Best in Show ribbon at the fair.
Joseph Veshinfsky, of Catasauqua, wins third place for this display of vegetables at The Great Allentown Fair, held Sept. 2-7 at the Allentown Fairgrounds. The theme, in celebration of the country’s 250th birthday, was “Something Old, Something New, Forever Red, White and Blue.”
Marcy Reichgott, of Catasauqua, is awarded a fourth-place ribbon for her sweater entry.
Joe Kaczmarek, of Catasauqua, receives a blue ribbon for his African violets.
Michele Kaczmarek, of Catasauqua, is awarded first place for her festive needlework pillow.
Veshinfsky wins a blue ribbon for his hanging basket.