Today
in Lancaster
Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Archie, a 4-year-old Vizsla, returned home in Akron (Lancaster County) after 15 days on the run from being spooked by a smoke alarm on Feb. 27; he lost 15 pounds while traveling over 30 miles, thanks to a vigorous community search. WGAL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Two family-owned Italian restaurants in Elizabethtown will close today after 20 years at 50 Veterans Drive. Pizzatown (11 a.m. to 9:15 p.m.) and Ferrarelli House of Wine (4 to 10 p.m.) invite guests for a final visit. Local 21 News
- ➤ Brad Reese (grandson of H. B. Reese) criticized Hershey's plan to restore classic recipes and phase out artificial colors. The company said changes affecting less than 3% of its products began in summer 2025 and will be completed by 2027. Daily Voice
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Red Rose Transit Authority marked its 50th anniversary on Wednesday, Apr. 1, with a bus ride for local leaders in Lancaster. Officials noted rising fuel prices + plans for new state funding could affect future service. FOX43
- ➤ The Public Utility Commission held two call-in hearings Friday, April 3, to review UGI's proposal to raise natural gas service rates from about $113 to roughly $123. Additional hearings are scheduled for Thursday, April 9, and a final decision will come by Oct. 29. WGAL
- ➤ The U.S. Forest Service announced it will move its headquarters from Washington, D.C. to Salt Lake City, Utah and will close research and development facilities in Pennsylvania (York, Irvine, Long Pond and Williamsport) as part of its reorganization. WGAL
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Gardening experts advise local residents to plant hardy vegetables & flowers today while delaying tender summer crops until around Mother’s Day when frost risk drops. They recommend using a kitchen thermometer to check soil temperature and waiting if the soil feels overly wet. FOX43
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Background Investigations for Police Applicants Course
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Lancaster County Public Safety Training Center — $445 per attendee — A thorough course designed to improve the hiring process for police applicants through effective background investigations.
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Bowman's Fire Co Benefit Featuring Ironwood Drive Band
5:15-9:15 p.m. — Gehmans Mennonite School — Entry details not provided — Enjoy bluegrass music with powerful harmonies from Lancaster's own Ironwood Drive.
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Sean Donnelly Comedy Show
8-9:30 p.m. — West Art Lancaster — Limited tickets — Enjoy a night of laughter with NYC comedian Sean Donnelly who has appeared on major networks.
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The Concert - A Tribute to ABBA
3-6 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of ABBA with an all-Swedish cast in one of the top tribute shows worldwide.
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Long Island Ducks vs. Lancaster Stormers
7:59 p.m. — Penn Medicine Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting matchup between the Long Island Ducks and Lancaster Stormers.
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Trivia Night at Southern Market
7-9 p.m. — Southern Market Lancaster — $1 off beer and wine — Engage in a fun-filled evening of trivia with friends while enjoying great drinks and exciting prizes.
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