Bethlehem
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Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
Good morning, Bethlehem. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of January.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lehigh County coroner reported that three people (ages 60 to 84) died on Sunday while shoveling snow during the storm, with their natural deaths linked to sudden medical emergencies caused by strenuous activity. WFMZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Just Born announced new store-exclusive Easter Peeps in Bethlehem featuring flavors including strawberry Pop-Tarts, SunnyD + chili lime mango. The treats will be available in various pack sizes at select retailers such as Kroger, Target, Sam’s Club, Walmart and Dollar Tree. Lehigh Valley News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Alton Brown will perform An Evening of Alton Brown at Easton's State Theatre on April 16 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $69.50 to $210.50 for VIP experiences and go on sale at 10 a.m. Jan. 30 — visit the box office at 453 Northampton St. Lehigh Valley News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A record 11.8 inches of snow fell at Lehigh Valley International Airport Sunday (breaking the previous 10.4-inch record set in 1988) and blanketed local roads while airport operations were disrupted. A cold weather advisory covers the region until Wednesday. WLVR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Pennsylvania Game Commission voted to keep the deer hunting season start date as the Saturday after Thanksgiving, set for Nov. 28, after rejecting a proposal for an earlier start. Public meetings addressed additional issues and the board invited further comments before finalizing future bag limits. WFMZ
- ➤ Officials from the Lehigh County Authority urge residents to remove snow from fire hydrants so firefighters can quickly access water during emergencies; residents should clear a three-foot space around hydrants and a clear path to the street. WFMZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Miller-Keystone Blood Center says recent snow forced it to cancel several blood drives, leaving the center with a critical shortage. Health officials urge local donors to help meet the daily need of about 350 donations. WFMZ
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Blue Mountain Resort reopened Monday at noon after closing Sunday due to 18 inches of snow — making road travel unsafe. Local emergency crews reported extra calls during the storm and said the closure helped prevent accidents on steep roads. WFMZ
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Friday Night Trivia at Colony Meadery
7:15 p.m. — Colony Meadery South Bethlehem — Free entry — Test your knowledge and enjoy a fun night of trivia hosted by the Lehigh Valley Trivia League.
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Yacht Lobsters - Soft Rock of the 70's & 80's
7:30-10 p.m. — Musikfest Café — $10 minimum for food and beverage — Enjoy smooth melodies from the Yacht Lobsters as they invigorate the soft rock classics.
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Dragon Pilates: Scales and Strength
10-11 a.m. — Sorcery and Scripts — $35 — Experience a fun, fantasy-filled Pilates class inspired by the strength and grace of dragons.
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