Center City Allentown is once again bustling with activity.
Just visit the downtown on a game night, and you'll hear all the familiar sounds of urban life--beeping horns, screaming fans, music pouring from popular eateries.
About 8,000 people pack into the heart of Queen City when the Phantoms are in town.
"Many of the people that come to downtown Allentown are here for the first time," said Captain Glen Dorney, Allentown Police.
The new attractions, including the PPL Center and upscale restaurants, have many checking out the city once again.
"Sometimes, it's distracting. People don't pay as much attention to the signals," Dorney said. "We want you to come downtown, explore what's new, but please be cautions."
But police are reminding both townies and visitors to pay extra attention when traveling downtown.
"So far, it's been running very smoothly," Dorney said. "Occasionally, drivers get distracted, looking where they are going to park, and don't monitor the lights."
The city installed an interactive traffic signal program in the area around the arena. It automatically changes lights if there's a back up, and so far, police said it's been successful.
There are also officers stationed at the busy intersections around the sports complex, to monitor traffic control and help pedestrians cross.
Some of those police have witnessed drivers running through those lights and blocking intersections.
"When there is an officer there, listen to the officer," Dorney said.
Though, it's not just drivers who are sometimes not obeying the signals. They've also seen some walkers stepping into the crosswalks too early.
"If it says don't walk, please don't walk, it's there for a safety reason and traffic control," Dorney said
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