Good morning, Allentown.

Manufacturers from local companies will learn Lean skills at Santa's STANDARD WORKshop on Dec.

9 to 10 in Allentown at the Manufacturers Resource Center's facility, where they will assemble bicycles for Community Bike Works to support local families.

Residents, staff and volunteers at Fellowship Community in Whitehall prepared about 300 gift boxes for Operation Christmas Child on Nov.

12 at 3000 Fellowship Drive — the first such event at the facility to mark the holiday season. The boxes include school supplies, toys and hygiene items for children overseas.

Troop 32 Scouts from Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church in Whitehall delivered 1,081 pounds of food to the Whitehall Food Pantry (at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 3900 Mechanicsville Road) on Nov.

8, which serves about 165-170 families each month.

On Wednesday, the Salvation Army distributed coats collected during its record-setting drive — with support from the Lehigh Valley Phantoms — to families in need in Allentown.

People lined up before doors opened at 10 a.m. as the snow began to fall.

Allentown’s Hawaii Fluid Art rebranded as Hangout for Art and is now located at 3325 Hamilton Boulevard.

The studio has expanded beyond its signature paint pours to offer workshops, private events, and hands-on creative projects - including classes in pour painting, resin art, and more.

Ellen Latzen, best known as Ruby Sue in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, will appear live on 69 News at Sunrise on Saturday, Dec.

6 to discuss her return to acting and her new projects. Latzen lives in the Lehigh Valley + will join an ArtsQuest Q-and-A later in the month.

Whitehall High School teacher Carolyn Radon received the High School Advisor of the Year award for 2025 at a state conference held Nov.

7-8 in New Castle — she first earned the Region I honor in April and is set to attend the national conference.

The Breastfeeding Shop in Emmaus agreed to pay $1 million to settle allegations it submitted false claims for breast pump equipment billed to TRICARE, the Department of Justice said.

Mondelez Global is recalling 70 cases of Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches sold in eight states, including Pennsylvania, after a packaging error mislabeled peanut butter as cheese and may put people with peanut allergies at risk.

Shoppers should discard the affected 27.6-oz cartons and call 1-844-366-1171 with questions.

Jefferson Health will add 86 nurses to its elite Nursing S.E.A.L.

Team for Lehigh Valley hospitals. Orientation begins in December (with deployment in January) to boost staffing flexibility and reduce reliance on agency nurses.

Visitors with dogs can enjoy holiday lights at Coca-Cola Park tonight during the Lights and Leashes event, which offers opportunities to meet Santa, ride on a train, and capture festive moments; similar showings will occur on Dec.

17 and Dec. 30.

Lehigh Valley Phantoms vs. Utica Comets

7:05-8:35 p.m. — PPL Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting ice hockey showdown between the Phantoms and the Comets.

Disney On Ice: Road Trip Adventures

7-8:30 p.m. — PPL Center — Family-friendly pricing available — Embark on an adventurous ride with Mickey Mouse and friends to famous Disney destinations.

Eric Mintel Quartet Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Miller Symphony Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the captivating jazz sounds of Eric Mintel and his quartet, blending original compositions with smooth improvisation.

Living Succulent Holiday Ornament Workshop

6-7 p.m. — Illumination/Funk Brewing West End Taproom — Materials included — Create a unique living succulent ornament with a festive twist.

Road To Riches Showcase

7 PM — Sportsmen's Cafe — Food and drink vendors available — Celebrate 4 years of OIA Promotions with live performances and local artists.

Gogol Bordello Concert

7-9 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — All ages welcome — Experience the energetic Gypsy punk music of Gogol Bordello live in concert.

Hershey Bears vs. Lehigh Valley Phantoms

3:05 – 4:35 p.m. — PPL Center — Check website for ticket pricing — Celebrate New Year's Eve with an exciting hockey match between the Phantoms and Bears.