Good morning, Allentown.

Michael Bell, principal at Breslin Architects, has led his firm for eight years and now helps clients manage supply chain challenges caused by rising construction costs—he is also guiding the design of a new East Side Grade K-8 campus for the school district on the former site of the State Hospital.

Sean A. Boyle has led Boyle Construction in Center Valley as president since 1996—overseeing strategy, operations, and project planning amid market shifts.

He said the company will open a new behavioral health hospital in the fall—developed with partners Universal Health Services, Inc. and Lehigh Valley Health Network—to expand care in the area.

Randy Galiotto has led Bethlehem-based Alloy5 Architecture for a decade—setting long-term plans and recruiting young talent—to boost growth and innovation.

He said hiring the right people is key to meeting design challenges.

Upper Macungie Fire Station 56 held a housing ceremony on Sunday to welcome two new fire trucks—a rescue pumper from 2024 and an aerial apparatus truck from this year—that the chief said will improve response time and create a safer work environment.

The old trucks will be sold to departments needing replacements.

Steve Bamford has led the Allentown Neighborhood Improvement Zone Development Authority for nine years—he runs daily operations and uses a special finance tool from the neighborhood law to fund local projects.

He helped open Archer Music Hall on Hamilton Street and improved sidewalks and streetlights—steps that boost local walkability.

LVB’s 2025 Power List honors top leaders in construction and real estate who drive growth in the Lehigh Valley—these local figures work to build, buy and sell homes, apartments, and warehouses that support the region.

Belleville Senators vs. Lehigh Valley Phantoms

7:05-8:35 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting AHL matchup as the Senators take on the Phantoms.

11th Annual Harvest 5K

10 a.m. — Cedar Beach Park — Registration required — A fun and scenic 5K run/walk event for all ages, benefiting local elementary school students.

CPR/AED/First Aid Certification Course

9 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. — The Office Quarters — $100.00 — Gain essential lifesaving skills with this certification course from the American Red Cross.

Shrek The Musical

7:30-10:00 PM — Civic Theatre of Allentown — Tickets from $13 — Experience a hilarious, heartwarming journey with everyone’s favorite ogre in this hit Broadway show.

FREE Vaccine & Microchipping Pop Up!

2-5 p.m. — Arts Park — Free entry — Ensure your dog's health with free vaccines and microchipping at this community-focused event.

Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics

6:30-7:29 p.m. — Vault 634 — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical evening of Halloween music under candlelight.

Spooky Kiddie Car-nival

6-9 p.m. — Big Lots — $7/adult, kids free — Celebrate Halloween with trunks, candy, music, dancing, and costume contests in a safe outdoor environment.

Allentown Band Family Concert

2-5 p.m. — Miller Symphony Hall — Youth with an adult FREE, Adults $5.00 — Experience a captivating blend of music and science in a high-definition presentation accompanying 'Pictures at an Exhibition'.

Día de los Muertos Celebration

1-5 p.m. — Arts Park — Free entry — Experience the vibrant traditions of Día de los Muertos with family-friendly activities and cultural displays.