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Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fogelsville Firefighter Shawn Weilamann proposed to his girlfriend Evalina Euzerovich on Christmas Day 2025 at their Applewood home — Santa, Mrs. Claus and Fogelsville Fire Company members celebrated the moment in front of the 1846 Buffalo Fire Truck. Bethlehem Press
- ➤ At the Peter Kearns Memorial Christmas Tree Toss held Dec. 20 at More Miles Automotive in Bethlehem, participants raised $3,277 for Turning Point of the Lehigh Valley, which offers no-cost services to domestic abuse survivors (helping families in need). The fundraiser has grown since 2002 and included local first responders. Bethlehem Press
- ➤ The Animal Food Bank will move to a larger facility at 417 N 14th St. in Allentown in March to help serve over 3,000 pets each month. The nonprofit said the change boosts access for families + streamlines pet food distribution. 69 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania supports tech startups and manufacturers by providing funding, mentorship and organizing key events to boost local job growth. The organization will host Venture Idol 2026, a pitch competition on Thursday, May 7, to further spur regional innovation. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ Mack Trucks began production of the redesigned Anthem truck at its Lower Macungie Township plant on Tuesday, Jan. 13. The model offers up to 10% improved fuel efficiency — a change that boosts maneuverability for regional hauls. 69 News
- ➤ Barry Isett & Associates of Allentown has expanded its service offerings with a new Construction Quality Assurance department that now provides enhanced testing services including soils, structure inspections, indoor air quality monitoring and HVAC testing across Allentown, East Norriton, Mechanicsburg and Wilkes-Barre. Lehigh Valley Business
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Historic Bethlehem Museums and Sites opened the free Working Hands: Supplying a Revolution exhibit at 1869 Luckenbach Mill to show Bethlehem’s Moravian role in supporting the American Revolution. The exhibit is open Fri-Sun, 11 a.m.—5 p.m. through Oct. 3 with related programs in the Colonial Industrial Quarter. Bethlehem Press
- ➤ The annual Three Kings Day celebration took place Sunday, Jan. 4 at SteelStacks. PPL and ArtsQuest hosted the event honoring the biblical Magi with traditional food, music, and activities including photo opportunities with the event's Three Kings (Ramon Rodriguez, Hector Vazquez, and William Cintron). Bethlehem Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bethlehem Area School District received a clean 2025 audit showing an $11.7M surplus and will vote on a $37,500 cost-sharing study for cracks at Nitschmann Middle School while reviewing financing for a new $52.9M Fountain Hill Elementary building set to open for the 2027-28 school year. WLVR
- ➤ Wilson Area School Board honored longtime principal John Martuscelli and buildings and grounds supervisor Daniel Sigafoos on Monday, Jan. 12. Martuscelli, who served 29 years at the high school, retires as Sara Rattigan takes over and Sigafoos concluded 39 years of service. WLVR
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Allentown Planning Commission approved the preliminary development plan for The Quarter — a new seven-story building at 405‑411 W. Walnut St. with 44 apartments and two floors of parking — on Tuesday, Jan. 13 at city hall; developers plan to add parking and address design concerns. 69 News
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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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