Wednesday, January 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A planned sweep in Lancaster of an unhoused encampment is postponed as residents collaborate with the Lancaster County Food Hub to secure alternative housing. WGAL
ACCIDENTS NEWS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The New Holland Police Department alerts the community to a scam involving a fraudster posing as an officer to elicit gift card purchases by questioning immigration status. Local 21 News
- ➤ Julien E. Murrey, 21, from Columbia, is sought by Lancaster County police for his alleged role in a park assault involving robbery and theft of a firearm. FOX43
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ 39 homes were sold in Lancaster from Dec. 30 to Jan. 5, with a median sale of a 1,944-square-foot home for $285,000. PennLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A special election for Pennsylvania's 36th state Senate District is scheduled for March 25, 2025, following the resignation of Ryan Aument. WGAL
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Club 90s Presents: 2000s Night at Tellus360
The event features a nostalgic celebration of the 2000s music and culture at Tellus360 in Lancaster, PA.
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Pack the Park Donation Drive
The 4th annual Pack the Park event at Clipper Magazine Stadium invites community members to donate non-perishable food and essential items for those in need.
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TUSK: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
TUSK has been performing as The Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute since 2008, delivering an engaging homage to the iconic band.
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Lancaster Lunar New Year Festival
The Lunar New Year Festival at Ewell Plaza features popular Filipino food and celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander culture in Lancaster City.
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