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Friday, December 19th, 2025
Good morning, Allentown. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ KidsPeace in North Whitehall Township is organizing a holiday gift drive to bring magic to children in care. The event will collect toys and gifts to brighten the season for local families (check local updates for details). 69 News
- ➤ Lehigh Valley International Airport celebrated 10 years of its canine therapy program on Thursday with an event featuring therapy dogs that comfort travelers. The celebration highlighted the airport's commitment to a warm travel experience (guests enjoyed the furry flight crew). 69 News
- ➤ At least 200 students surprised crossing guard Dave Bellis with gifts as local parents thanked him for his dedicated service (including supporter Katie Bengtson) in a heartwarming event. 69 News
- ➤ After a fire destroyed decades of holiday decorations in Upper Mount Bethel, community members helped a family rebuild its cherished display — the lights are back on and reviving a beloved local tradition. 69 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Crayola Experience is launching Model Magic Movie Studios in Easton, letting kids create a custom creature that stars in a mini adventure with the Crayola Crew as part of Colorful Christmas activities through Jan. 5. Families can join in with ornament crafting and other hands-on fun. Lehigh Valley News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Allentown School District unveiled an innovative design (featuring glass, metal) for Bridgeview Academy expansion at its finance meeting Thursday. The renovation includes a gym and addition (supporting STEM and allied health) for 875 students, with construction starting after the Family Engagement and Resource Center is finished in late 2026. 69 News
- ➤ The Allentown School District introduced a new threat assessment policy today to help staff evaluate and respond to risks in schools. The policy is set to guide safety steps and ensure proper protection for students. 69 News
- ➤ Allentown School District officials said temporary modular classrooms will be installed at Sonia Sotomayor Dual Language Immersion Academy to house more students as enrollment grows, and the plan will ease crowding while long-term facility solutions are explored. 69 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The PA Turnpike has suspended all roadway construction and maintenance work from today at 5 a.m. until Jan. 1 at 11 p.m. — this measure aims to ease busy holiday travel. 69 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ In 2025, Lehigh Valley Health Network opened centers at Tower Place in Bethlehem and dedicated a cancer immunotherapy center while St. Luke’s expanded services with advanced imaging and a larger emergency department; Hanover Hill Behavioral Health in Hanover Township held a ribbon cutting before its opening in early 2026. Lehigh Valley Business
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ GLVR reported that closed home sales fell 13.3% in November in the Lehigh Valley because low inventory and rising prices constrained the market. Demand held steady as the median sales price increased to $360,000 amid a shortage of available listings. Lehigh Valley Business
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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.
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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.
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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.
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I Puritani
12:55-5:00 p.m. — Miller Symphony Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the beauty of Bellini’s final masterpiece with a stellar cast and stunning new production.
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Frank DiBussolo Trio: Bucky Pizzarelli Legacy
7:30-10 p.m. — Miller Symphony Hall — Tickets required — Experience masterful jazz guitar in tribute to the legendary Pizzarelli.
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Neko Case Concert
7-10 p.m. — Archer Music Hall — $1 from each ticket benefits Peer Solutions — Experience an evening of enchanting music by Neko Case in a welcoming venue.
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