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Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of May.

CRIME NEWS

  • Maryland State Police arrested two men linked to a drug trafficking ring that operated in southern Lancaster County and Cecil County—authorities executed search warrants on April 17 on their homes and storage units, seizing 10 firearms, bags with cocaine and crystal meth, and other items while holding both suspects without bail.  WGAL
  • A Lancaster man, Tyler Anthony Stewart, 31, was arrested after his Ford Focus, driven at 70 mph with a BAC five times the legal limit, struck a pedestrian on Oregon Pike and crashed in the dark—leaving the victim with catastrophic injuries, authorities said.  Daily Voice
  • Police in New Holland are seeking help after a string of thefts from unlocked vehicles occurred on April 29 between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.—suspects caught on surveillance are under investigation and anyone with information is urged to submit a tip online.  Local 21 News
  • New Holland police are searching for three suspects seen on video—captured between 10 p.m. April 28 and 6 a.m. April 29—who stole items from unlocked vehicles; anyone with information should call police immediately.  WGAL
  • Lancaster County police are searching for the driver of a 2004-2009 Dodge Durango that followed a woman on Turkey Farm Road yesterday at 10 a.m.—the suspect is a short, thin white male in his 40s with a dark brown beard, and authorities ask anyone with information to call East Earl Township Police at 717-355-5302.  WDAC

EVENTS

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  • Blippi: Join The Band Tour

    6-10 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Enjoy a fun musical experience with Blippi and friends.

    Fri, 5/2/25

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  • Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop

    10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Hilton Garden Inn Lancaster — Cost information not provided — Create your own stunning Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying Turkish treats.

    Sat, 5/3/25

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  • Anastasia - The Musical

    2-6 PM — Fulton Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Anastasia live in Lancaster.

    Sun, 5/4/25

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  • Paint Your Pet Workshop

    5:30-9:00 p.m. — Nissley Vineyards Wine Shop & Tasting Room — Additional costs for wine and snacks — Unleash your creativity as you paint a portrait of your pet with professional guidance.

    Thu, 5/8/25

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  • Anastasia - The Musical

    8 p.m. — Fulton Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting tale of Anastasia live on stage.

    Fri, 5/9/25

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  • Anastasia - The Musical

    2-6 p.m. — Fulton Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting story of Anastasia live on stage in Lancaster.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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  • Handmade Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings Workshop

    6:30-9:00 p.m. — Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen — $108 Non-Member, $97 Member — Create your own stunning pair of handmade sterling silver hoop earrings under expert guidance.

    Thu, 5/15/25

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  • Music Friday

    5-8 p.m. — Binns Park — Free entry — Celebrate local music in the heart of Lancaster with this monthly event series.

    Fri, 5/16/25

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  • An Evening with Fredrik Backman and Patti Callahan Henry

    7–8 p.m. — Good Shepherd Chapel — Includes a signed copy of the book — Experience a captivating conversation between bestselling authors on friendship and art in literature.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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  • Healthy Kids Running Series

    4-5 p.m. — Daniels Den Playground — Registration fees apply — A spring running program aimed at children from Pre-K to 8th grade promoting fitness and community.

    Sun, 5/18/25

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