Good morning, Lancaster.

Jennifer Arasin escaped a fire in her apartment on Monday after her service dog Mona jumped on her bed multiple times to alert her of red flames outside on the 500 block of Twin County Road in Caernarvon Township; although most of her home was destroyed, Arasin remains grateful that Mona saved her life.

Lancaster police arrested 19-year-old Kyzhera Weaver Thursday for failing to surrender her 2-month-old daughter to Children and Youth Services—who confirmed the baby was safe Tuesday at a York County home—and she now faces charges for interfering with custody and endangering the welfare of children after allegedly assaulting a man.

Organizers launched a fundraiser to help Lancaster County farmers after livestock shootings on Saturday, March 15 left four cows dead and a horse injured when gunshots hit two farms seven miles apart—police have not identified any suspects and are asking for tips.

Michael Choma, aged 45, from Mount Joy is accused of trafficking women into commercial sex, selling drugs and raping them from 2017 to 2021 — authorities said he posted online ads to lure vulnerable individuals.

A fundraiser has been set up for farmers whose animals were shot in Lancaster County on March 15—Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the shootings near School House Road and South Vintage Road while local friends seek to help cover vet bills and replace lost livestock.

New Holland Band Spring Concert 2025

The New Holland Band will showcase a diverse program including classical and contemporary pieces during their annual spring concert at Good Shepherd Chapel.

Acoustic Performance by Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts at Southern Market

Enjoy a night of feel-good music featuring rootsy soul, classic rock, and rich harmonies performed by Mark DeRose & The Dreadnoughts, an acoustic trio.

Acrylic Pouring Workshop

1-4 p.m. — Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen — $15 materials fee — Unleash your creativity with the beginner-friendly Acrylic Pouring technique for stunning visual art.

Gluten Freedom Fest

10 AM – 5 PM — Rotunda at Lauxmont Farms — Tickets required — Celebrate gluten-free living with delicious treats and fun activities.

April Girls Night Out & FUNdraiser

6-9 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio — $40-$78 — Create personalized wood signs while supporting Lancaster Women For Good.

Noah - The Musical

11 AM – 2 PM — Sight & Sound Theatres — Ticket prices vary — Experience the adventure of Noah's Ark with live animals on stage.

Pennsylvania Music Expo

9 AM – 3 PM — Spooky Nook LANCO — Free entry — Explore 40 vendors offering a treasure trove of music collectibles across various formats.

John Braxton - Run Your Business Like A Business!

7-9 p.m. — Double Tree Resort — Free entry — Discover essential accounting tips and tools for real estate investing to elevate your business.

Sight and Sound NOAH Bus Trip

8 AM - 7:30 PM — Sight & Sound Theatres — Ticket required — Experience the biblical tale of Noah in an immersive theatrical production.

WordPress Meetup: Smart Page Groups

7-8:30 p.m. — The Candy Factory — Free entry — Engage with local WordPress enthusiasts in a collaborative discussion on enhancing website functionality with custom post types and fields.