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Thursday, January 8th, 2026
Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chris and Kyle, a father-son duo, offer to pick up old Christmas trees for a suggested donation of $12.50 to help support their high school baseball team. 69 News
- ➤ Suburban North Family YMCA closed permanently on Jan. 4 at 880 Walnut St. in Catasauqua due to unsustainable costs, and River Crossing YMCA now offers affected members three months of free access while nearby branches and local childcare continue operating. Lehigh Valley Press
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lauer Media Company announced its new Answer Engine Optimization services to help local businesses boost online visibility as consumers rely on AI for search results. The Allentown-based digital agency said the service will optimize content for AI platforms. 69 News
- ➤ WellSpring Financial celebrates its 25th anniversary this month and now employs a team of eight across several offices (including Allentown). Founded in Jan. 2001, the firm has grown from two advisors to offer holistic financial advice across eastern Pennsylvania. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ Lehigh Valley Business launches the LVB 300 to recognize influential leaders from business, nonprofits, government, and higher education across the region. The list, based on staff research across 26 sectors, offers a central source for identifying key movers & shakers in the Greater Lehigh Valley. Lehigh Valley Business
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Secondhand Serenade, famous for its 2008 hit Fall for You, will perform at Archer Music Hall’s Arrow room on Friday, June 19 at 7 p.m. Ticket sales start at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 9 plus the show celebrates the 20th anniversary of its most successful album. Lehigh Valley News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Muhlenberg launches its Summer Institute, a two-week program in new media, journalism, entrepreneurship, theatre, political science, and psychology for rising high school juniors and seniors. The campus session runs from June 28 through July 11 (helping students build portfolios and get a taste of college life). Muhlenberg College
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Army Corps of Engineers unveiled a new draft management plan for Beltzville Lake after nearly 55 years without change, and invites public comments from January 7 to February 6 (online or via email). The plan aims to update land use and recreation areas. 69 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In his second sanctioned season, Catasauqua head coach Mike Rusnock said his girls wrestling team won four of five duals, with wins from returning and new wrestlers. The Roughies will compete in Maryland’s War on the Shore Tournament this weekend — then prepare for the Coal Cracker tournament next weekend. Lehigh Valley Press
- ➤ Girls wrestling teams returned from a busy holiday break with Freedom (1‑2 at the Parkland Duals) preparing to face Beca and Nazareth this week; head coach Jeremy Ortiz praised the group’s progress. Lehigh Valley Press
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I Puritani
12:55-5:00 p.m. — Miller Symphony Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the beauty of Bellini’s final masterpiece with a stellar cast and stunning new production.
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Frank DiBussolo Trio: Bucky Pizzarelli Legacy
7:30-10 p.m. — Miller Symphony Hall — Tickets required — Experience masterful jazz guitar in tribute to the legendary Pizzarelli.
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Neko Case Concert
7-10 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — $1 from each ticket benefits Peer Solutions — Experience an evening of enchanting music by Neko Case in a welcoming venue.
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Hershey Bears vs. Lehigh Valley Phantoms
7:05-9:05 p.m. — PPL Center — Tickets required — A thrilling AHL matchup featuring local hockey rivalries.
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Downtown Allentown Restaurant Week
February 1-7 — Downtown Allentown — Variety of offers and prix fixe menus — Indulge in delicious specials at local eateries during this culinary celebration.
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R&B ONLY
8 PM – 12 AM — Archer Music Hall — 21+ event — Sing, dance, and experience R&B music from past to present.
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