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Tuesday, January 20th, 2026

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Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Today, a group marched in southside Bethlehem to honor Martin Luther King Jr., braving snow and rain. The march, led by Reverend Timothy Smith and longtime organizer Frankie West, visited MLK Park on Carlton Avenue and will return next year as a tribute to King's legacy.  69 News
  • Warming shelter operators at the YMCA on South 15th Street prepare as a cold snap brings more people indoors for safety. Tami Unger said the 80-bed site usually fills about 70 beds and now stocks extra socks + hand warmers while adjusting hours as needed.  69 News
  • The Our Lady of Good Counsel church in Bangor will close due to costly repairs, and parishioners will be invited to join one of three weekly Masses at Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Roseto. The final Mass is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 7.  69 News

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • State Police are urging drivers to check their brakes, tire pressure and lights for safe travel on snow-covered roads after an 11-vehicle collision in Greenwich Township injured six on Saturday and a Fleetwood incident involved a food delivery driver striking a police car.  69 News

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Martin Guitar unveiled four new models ahead of the NAMM Show, including the Super D-18, Super HD-28, Martin O'ahu K-42 Hibiscus plus Custom Shop M Paisley Ember Burst. The new offerings build on the refreshed Road Series to deliver enhanced performance for players and collectors.  69 News

CULTURE NEWS

  • At the Allentown Art Museum, visitors gathered for the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration with spoken‐word performances + art displays. Organizers say the event attracts over 800 community members as they honor Dr. King's enduring vision.  69 News

SPORTS NEWS

  • Emmaus celebrated hometown star Mario Landino Monday night as he played for Indiana University's playoff team in the national championship. Former teammates and family cheered him on from the stands, showing community pride from Emmaus to Florida.  69 News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Hershey Bears vs. Lehigh Valley Phantoms

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

    Sat, 1/24/26

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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.

    Sun, 2/1/26

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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.

    Sat, 2/7/26

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