Good morning, Bethlehem.

WFMZ-TV and the Lehigh Valley Phantoms will partner with the Salvation Army in two days to host the 11th Annual Coat Drive that will provide coats for parents, seniors and children as winter weather sets in—donations helped collect over 2,300 coats in the past two years.

Tokyo-based Olympus Corp announced that it will cut 2,000 jobs worldwide in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to save about 24 billion yen and boost its push to lead in endoscopy-enabled care while targeting a 5% revenue growth by fiscal 2029.

The company, which currently has over 800 employees at its regional headquarters in Upper Saucon Township + a warehouse in Upper Macungie Township, said a state filing confirmed the planned cuts though it is unclear if any local workers will be affected.

Lower Milford Township native Sabrina Carpenter has been nominated for six Grammy Awards this year, including Album of the Year for Man’s Best Friend and Record and Song of the Year for Manchild.

The awards will be held Feb. 1 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and air live on CBS-TV—her strong chart performance fuels local pride—making her a notable contender in pop music.

PBS39 will launch The Vault series featuring historical and community programs from Lehigh Valley with The Fries Rebellion airing at 7 p.m. tomorrow — a docudrama by Lower Macungie Township Historical Society about a tax revolt by local Pennsylvania German farmers.

Upcoming shows will spotlight Bethlehem's arts scene, a long-running college football rivalry, and a Communities series in December.

LVEDC held its Fall Signature Event at Archer Music Hall on Nov.

11 to celebrate local manufacturers like Crayola, Mack Defense, Lutron, Olympus, and Martin, drawing about 450 community members to learn how these companies shaped the region. The event featured a panel discussion—product displays and a trivia contest that highlighted the Lehigh Valley’s manufacturing heritage and ongoing community development.

Twelve Lehigh Valley middle schools will join a new student-athlete program funded by St. Luke’s University Health Network as part of the AthLife Foundation grants for the 2025-2026 school year — the initiative will create academic athletic coach positions to help students succeed in both sports and academics. This expansion marks the first time several districts in the region will offer connected programming from seventh through 12th grade.

Bethlehem Police Lt. Michael DiLuzio received the 2025 Nathan Ogden Award on Wednesday at a meeting in Upper Nazareth Township—he was named Police Supervisor of the Year in May and earned many commendation letters for bravery before saying he will retire next year.

Bethlehem families lost SNAP benefits after federal funding cuts and a government shutdown that began on Oct 1, with more than 1,800 people in Northampton County projected to be affected.

Local food pantries - led by Second Harvest Food Bank and the Northeast Community Center - are ramping up food collection and outreach efforts as demand grows.

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission approved a state model tariff on Nov.

6 to set new rules for large electric users such as data centers—meant to protect residential customers from extra infrastructure costs. The proposal will open a 30-day public comment period starting Nov. 22 to gather feedback before a final order is issued.

Beth Allen, a local licensed contractor and founder of DIY Hip Chicks, shared tips to weatherize homes as cold temperatures settled in this week.

She advised homeowners to lock windows, install door sweeps, and wrap pipes (to prevent drafts and frozen pipes) to lower energy bills.

The Lehigh women’s basketball team revamped its coaching staff for the upcoming season.

Former player Colleen McQuillen returns as director of operations and assistant coach Sarah Assante (with nearly 10 years of coaching experience) joins the team.

The Snowbird Golf Tournament

Participation welcome — 3604 Farmersville Rd, Bethlehem, PA — Entry fee may apply — Hit the greens in the community's winter golf tournament.

Damon Sumner Stand-Up Comedy Show

8-10 p.m. — Bethlehem Visitor Center at SteelStacks — $21 — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Damon Sumner as he shares hilarious stories and observations from his life.

Chiodos Concert

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Sands Casino And Hotel — Tickets from $81 — Enjoy an electrifying performance by Chiodos at the Wind Creek Event Center.

Le Nozze di Figaro

4-5 p.m. — Zoellner Arts Center — Experience the comedic and dramatic brilliance of Mozart's masterpiece through talented young artists.

2025 Bethlehem Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

4:30-5:30 p.m. — Payrow Plaza — Free entry — Experience the magic of Christmas with twinkling lights, festive carols, and a chance to meet Santa.

LKV November Open House

1-5 p.m. — Lehigh & Keystone Valley Model Railroad Museum — $8 admission, children under 12 free — Immerse yourself in a vast model railroad display depicting the Lehigh Valley from the 1950s to 1970s.

Follett Factory & Product Training

Dec 2-5 — Follett Products, LLC — Registration required — Experience the latest and safest ice products in this exclusive training session.

Free Dental, Vision, and Medical Services

6 a.m. — Northeast Middle School — Free services — Access essential health services including dental, vision, and medical care at no cost.

JOHNNYSWIM Concert

7-9 p.m. — Musikfest Café — Cost info not provided — Experience the soulful sounds of Johnnyswim as they celebrate their new album 'When The War Is Over'!

Miracle on 34th Street Musical

2:00 – 3:30 PM — Wind Creek Event Center — Tickets from $49.50 — Experience the magic of a heartfelt Christmas musical based on the beloved film.