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Feb 10, 2026

February sees higher gas prices locally, nationally

Gas prices are rising in February after falling below $3 in the new year, with AAA reporting higher averages in Pennsylvania and the Lehigh Valley.

Jan 26, 2026

Local gas prices buck national trend and drop slightly

Gas prices slipped in Pennsylvania and the Lehigh Valley this week, even as the national average rose amid winter weather, AAA reports.

Nov 12, 2025

Gas prices on the rise

Gas prices in the Lehigh Valley rose to $3.188 per gallon, up from last week. AAA cites refinery maintenance as a factor behind the small increase.

Oct 31, 2025

Gas prices hold mostly steady locally, nationally

AAA East Central reports Pennsylvania gas prices held steady at $3.23 per gallon, with Lehigh Valley drivers paying slightly more than last week.

Sep 30, 2025

Fall sees gas prices dropping locally, nationally

Gas prices are falling in Pennsylvania, the Lehigh Valley, and nationwide as winter-blend gasoline arrives and crude oil inventories tighten.

Sep 3, 2025

Gas prices retreat after last week’s spike

Lehigh Valley gas prices eased to $3.192 per gallon after a Labor Day surge, as AAA reports stability in the national average and refinery recovery.

Aug 28, 2025

Gas prices spike

Pennsylvania gas prices rose 7.4 cents to $3.314 per gallon, with Lehigh Valley averaging $3.198. National prices are up but still below last year.

Jul 16, 2025

Gas prices exceptionally low for summer driving season

Gas prices continue to fall in the Lehigh Valley and across the U.S., with local averages at $3.06 per gallon—down from $3.58 a year ago, AAA reports.

Jun 24, 2025

Mid-East tensions causing gas prices to rise

Lehigh Valley gas prices rise to $3.292 amid Middle East unrest and oil market volatility, though prices remain below 2024 highs.

Jun 17, 2025

Gas prices spike after Mideast conflict

Gas prices spike across Pennsylvania as Israel-Iran conflict drives crude oil costs up. Lehigh Valley average still lower than last year.

May 6, 2025

Gas prices fall as OPEC boosts oil production

Gas prices drop in Pennsylvania and nationwide as crude oil prices decline, driven by OPEC's decision to increase oil production amid economic concerns.