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Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kassidy Marie Wilk, 14, of Elizabethtown died unexpectedly on March 24 and was remembered as a kind softball player at Donegal High School — her grandparents, brother, and other family members are mourning her loss. A local GoFundMe has raised more than $16,000 to help cover funeral and memorial expenses. Daily Voice
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 12-year-old boy died after a backyard ziplining accident in East Hempfield Township on March 30 when a tree fell on him at 11:45 a.m., police said. Local 21 News
- ➤ A small plane carrying pilot Matt White and his son Judah White crashed near Brethren Village Retirement Community in Manheim Township on March 19—hospital spokesperson confirmed Monday that both are now in good condition. Local 21 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities warned Lancaster residents on April 1 that fraudulent text messages claiming unpaid tolls from E-ZPass directed users to a deceptive link that attempted to steal their personal information and funds. Daily Voice
- ➤ A 60-year-old New Jersey man named Dann Bock scammed buyers out of about $14,000 by taking money meant to purchase vehicles at the Manheim Auto Auction but never buying a car or returning the funds—police said. PennLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Plans to renovate the former Swan Hotel in downtown Lancaster changed on April 1 as the building will become an 11-suite boutique hotel without a speakeasy—adding a rear addition for stairways and an elevator. Tony Dastra announced his run for mayor on a platform focused on equitable housing—ethical policing, transportation and environmental stewardship while a new stayAPT Suites hotel with 94 rooms in Lancaster will begin construction in spring. One United Lancaster
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Card collectors are gearing up for the 2025 MLB season by focusing on new stars like Coby Mayo, Bubba Chandler, and Andrew Painter—local card shops are busy after a Pirates card of Paul Skenes sold for $1.11 million at auction. FOX43
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Gluten Freedom Fest
10 AM – 5 PM — Rotunda at Lauxmont Farms — Tickets required — Celebrate gluten-free living with delicious treats and fun activities.
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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.
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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.
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Pennsylvania Music Expo
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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.
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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.
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Dream Eaters Performance
5:30-7 p.m. — Tellus360 — Half off admission with a weekend badge — Enjoy an exciting performance by The Dream Eaters as part of the LAUNCH Music Conference & Festival.
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Anastasia
2-6 p.m. — Fulton Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting tale of Anastasia brought to life on stage in Lancaster.
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