Today
in Lancaster
Friday, January 9th, 2026
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A pig was spotted around noon (yesterday) at the Route 30 on-ramp in Manheim Township in Lancaster County. Locals kept the animal off the highway as PennDOT cameras captured its appearance. WGAL
- ➤ Garden Spot Fire Rescue in New Holland welcomed Briella Neidermyer (14) as its new junior firefighter, joining her father Kirk on rescue calls while assisting with pulling hose and hydrant hookups. She hopes her work inspires local youth to volunteer. WGAL
- ➤ Bert and Ernie, the missing emus from Red Lion, were returned to their owner on Wednesday after a neighbor spotted Ernie in his yard and helped secure Bert in their enclosure; the owner thanked the community for its help. Local 21 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Metro Pet Vet in Lancaster County experienced a ransomware attack starting Monday when technical issues with its router and server disrupted access to patient records. The vet continues to treat animals using an app for scheduling and expects to restore full service by next week (no financial data was compromised). WGAL
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Candlelight Concert: The Best of Hans Zimmer
6-7 p.m. — Barshinger Center — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting music of Hans Zimmer performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a unique candlelit atmosphere.
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Handmade Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings Workshop
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen — $50 materials fee — Create your own sterling silver hoop earrings in this immersive beginner workshop led by a Master Artisan.
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The Sixties Show
7:30-11:30 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a vibrant journey back to the 1960s with a live multimedia concert featuring iconic hits and captivating stage production.
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Brett Young Concert
8:00-10:00 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the heartfelt lyrics and smooth vocals of country star Brett Young live in concert.
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Unveiled: The Mystery Hat Reveal
6-9 p.m. — Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square — Ticketed entry — Experience the thrill of handcrafted crochet hat reveals in a fun, interactive setting.
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