Good morning, Allentown.

AAA East Central held a free vehicle battery wellness clinic on October 23rd at its office on Downyflake Lane in Allentown to help drivers check their vehicle batteries without charge.

Ben Franklin Technology Partners in Bethlehem helps tech start-ups with funding, mentorship, and office space at Tech Ventures on Lehigh University's Goodman Campus — the center has supported 562 companies and 21,700 jobs and will soon expand to add more wet-lab space for biotechnology. It focuses on growing a strong start-up ecosystem that creates well-paying local jobs.

The Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry announced its first PA Small Business of the Year Awards—a new effort to honor local small businesses for growth, community work, and innovation.

Applications will be accepted until Nov. 30 and winners will be honored in December with statewide recognition and a one-year Investor-level membership.

Shift4 in Upper Saucon Township is planning to acquire the North American assets of Bambora — Bambora Inc., Bambora Holding Corp, Bambora Corp and Worldline SMB US — to expand its payment processing portfolio, and the deal will close in the first quarter pending customary approvals.

The Macungie Minstrelaires will perform Gone Country at 7 p.m. today at Lower Macungie Middle School (6299 Lower Macungie Road) with additional evening shows on Oct.

25, 31 and Nov. 1 and matinee performances on Oct. 25 and Nov. 1; a portion of the proceeds will benefit Lily’s Hope.

Firefighters from Salisbury Township’s east and west side companies visited local schools to teach preschool through fourth grade students fire safety and proper emergency responses.

The programs featured gear-change demonstrations, hands-on hose line practice and safety tips on lithium batteries — a routine annual event to help young students stay safe.

Muhlenberg College earned a green rating score of 96 out of 99 on Princeton Review’s Top 50 Green Colleges list for 2026 — ranking No. 3 in Pennsylvania and No. 31 nationally — after a survey of over 25 sustainability metrics.

The college continues to boost its campus-wide green initiatives through innovative projects and long-standing efforts in sustainability.

Allentown School District officials said the state budget impasse is forcing spending cuts that limit resources for roughly 16,000 students as Superintendent Carol Birks noted the district depends on $333 million in state funding each year—while the board set a public hearing Nov 17 for a new K-8 school and approved a contract with SitelogiQ to streamline future construction projects.

On Oct. 13, Weisenberg Township board met where Chairperson Linda Gorgas announced an executive session and approved a joint salt bid from Eastern Salt Company at $83.50 per ton for 600 tons while accepting the West Hills Court insurance claim release after two accidents.

Township manager Brian Carl said the community center logo contest runs until Oct. 31 and that payment number three of $186,023 was approved as the contractor works on the new facility—despite possible delays with roof truss installation and expanded turf work.

Jefferson Health—the parent company of LVHN—announced on October 23 that it will lay off 600 to 700 employees, about 1 percent of its 65,000-person workforce, due to financial struggles.

Details on the affected departments and locations have not yet been released.

Attorney General Dave Sunday warned seniors and their families yesterday about a Medicare scam that mailed unprescribed durable medical equipment so scammers could bill Medicare or patients+ he urged checking Medicare statements and reporting any unexpected deliveries.

A few weeks ago at the Frank Banko Educational Conference Center, LVHN provided sensory bags—packed with noise-reducing earmuffs, weighted blankets and cue cards—to EMS teams from Lehigh, Northampton and Monroe counties so they can better support patients with autism and behavioral health needs; 175 kits were picked up by 21 stations.

Good Shepherd Rehabilitation has opened a 4,700-square-foot outpatient clinic for its Physician Group at Promenade Saucon Valley across from Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital.

The center operates Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.—and will host a ribbon cutting and open house Nov 4 from 4 to 6 p.m.

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.

Taylor Acorn at The Americus Hotel

7 p.m. — The Americus Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham — Admission details unavailable — Experience an evening with Taylor Acorn in a beautiful Allentown venue.

Candlelight Concert: Queen vs. ABBA

8:45-9:44 p.m. — Vault 634 — Tickets available — Experience the magic of live music with classic hits from Queen and ABBA in an enchanting candlelit setting.

Allentown Speed Dating for Singles Over 50

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Tipsy's Bar & Lounge — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches and discover the spark in a friendly environment.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve

7-9 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a spectacular rock opera that blends holiday music with stunning theatrics.

Mosaic Lamp Workshop

11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Respect Graduate School — Materials included — Create your own Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying Turkish tea in a fun and relaxing setting.