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Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Letter carrier Tim Sharkey delivered mail today in Jim Thorpe despite snow, ice, and cold conditions. He layered his clothing, used ice grippers and a lock de-icer, and walked a long route to safely serve hundreds of households. 69 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Air Products secured over $140 million in contracts from NASA to supply 36.5 million pounds of liquid hydrogen to facilities in Florida, Alabama and Mississippi. The nearly 70-year partnership supports NASA's space flight processes, including Artemis missions and historic programs. 69 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pennsylvania Playhouse shows ‘The Lucky Star’ until Feb. 8, telling a family's Holocaust story using letters from Poland; upcoming performances occur Jan. 30 and 31 at 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 1 with a noted cancellation on Jan. 25 (snowstorm). Lehigh Valley Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cathy Rychalsky joined Workforce Board Lehigh Valley in October to lead job training and partnership programs that connect jobseekers with local educational institutions and apprenticeship opportunities — her team works with partners like the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce to improve workforce skills. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ Snow crews are clearing key roads today including west 7th Street, with work planned tonight on 4th and Hamilton Street Bridge and on Thursday elsewhere. Residents must move vehicles from no-parking zones to avoid towing and may use free parking at 940 Linden Street Parking Deck until Monday 8 a.m. 69 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Good Shepherd Rehabilitation is hosting its fourth annual DISRUPT Health-Care Innovation Summit on April 18+19 at ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks in Bethlehem. The two-day event will bring over 200 health care professionals together to explore AI, robotics and patient care through workshops and talks. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ LVHN opened its first neighborhood hospital in the Poconos. The 22,000 sqft LVH Pocono Creek at 1328 Golden Slipper Road in Bartonsville operates 24 hours a day & 7 days a week and is expected to reduce ER wait times. 69 News
- ➤ Doctors warn dangerously cold temperatures can become life-threatening in minutes; a 93-year-old Lower Macungie resident died from hypothermia, and experts advise residents to seek shelter, dress in layers (including a hat and gloves), and drink warm fluids if outdoors. 69 News
- ➤ Lehigh Valley Health Network opened LVH Pocono Creek in Bartonsville as a 24/7 neighborhood hospital that expands emergency and diagnostic care for local residents. The 22,000 sqft facility + its adjacent health center aim to reduce ER wait times + offer fast on-site testing. Lehigh Valley Business
- ➤ A new medical center is coming to Lehigh County, and an inside look from WFMZ-TV 69 details plans that aim to boost local health services + the community benefits from expanded care options. 69 News
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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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Simon Mulligan Jazz Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Miller Symphony Hall — Tickets available — Experience the captivating blend of classical and jazz by acclaimed pianist Simon Mulligan.
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Providence Bruins at Lehigh Valley Phantoms
7:00-9:05 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Watch an exciting AHL matchup between the Bruins and Phantoms.
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