Good morning, Allentown.

On Jan. 15, photographer Jim Marsh was honored by the Western Salisbury Volunteer Fire Company for 25 years of service.

He received a plaque mounted on a brick (from the original Swain Station) to mark his longstanding dedication.

Mack Trucks named Guillaume Giroudon as vice president and general manager at its Lehigh Valley Operations plant in Macungie.

He replaces Gunnar Brunius, who now leads digital manufacturing for Volvo Group.

Today, the Da Vinci Science Center in downtown unveils the 'Become a Musician' exhibit that lets visitors play a part in Beethoven's Ninth Symphony by picking instruments (each with its own captured sound).

The project is a joint effort with the Allentown Symphony.

Pines Dinner Theatre will present the musical love story 'I Love You Because' from Jan.

17 to Feb. 28 at Shops at Cedar Point in Allentown. The show, inspired by Jane Austen’s work, offers dinner and performance options & promises a modern reimagining of a classic tale.

Daniel Roebuck has scheduled multi-venue premieres for The Hail Mary on Feb.

21 at Banko Cinemas, Bethlehem Catholic, and Roxy Theatre; the film held a cast homecoming on Jan. 9 and will open its theatrical run on Feb. 27 with local sponsors supporting the event.

EDM DJ and active-duty Navy member Jason Kushy (from the Lehigh Valley) released his EP 'Keep It Moving' in September 2025 and made Beatport’s Top 20 tech house chart; he plans to perform live shows in San Francisco and return to the region as his audience grows.

DeSales University is hosting a free lunch and learn panel on sports branding and storytelling for entrepreneurs, featuring experts Joe Favorita, Andre Williams, and Elspeth Huyett.

The event will take place Monday, Feb. 23 at 11:30 a.m. at its Center Valley campus (2755 Station Avenue).

On Thursday, state reps Peter Schweyer, Michael Schlossberg plus Mayor Matt Tuerk toured the Sonia Sotomayor Dual Language Immersion Academy—where the American Federation of Teachers donated $20K to help para-professionals train as teachers—highlighting support from local staff and the Latino community.

Allentown-based American Bank reported record quarterly and annual earnings as of Dec.

31 with net income rising by 15% and total assets reaching over $1 billion. The bank also saw strong deposit and loan growth and increased investment securities.

Crews are working to fix a water main break at the 800 block of N.

Jerome St in Allentown + repair work is in progress with updates expected.

Home sales fell by 5.6% to 502 listings in December while pending sales increased 6.4% and median prices rose by 2.3% to $337,500 in Lehigh Valley — suggesting market momentum into 2026.

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.

Hershey Bears vs. Lehigh Valley Phantoms

7:05-9:05 p.m. — PPL Center — Tickets required — A thrilling AHL matchup featuring local hockey rivalries.

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.

R&B ONLY

8 PM – 12 AM — Archer Music Hall — 21+ event — Sing, dance, and experience R&B music from past to present.