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in Lancaster
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Iron Hill Brewery plans to reopen its Hershey and Lancaster locations by the end of June if permits are approved and staffing is secured. The brewery closed all locations and filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy last year. WGAL
- ➤ Harley-Davidson Motor Company announced a recall for 88,039 motorcycles built between Oct. 2023 and Feb. 2026 due to a faulty airbox backplate that might allow hot oil to spray out — owners will begin receiving notification letters on Monday, May 11 as dealers offer free inspections. Daily Voice
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An 18-year-old student at Washington High School found a gun in a staff bathroom earlier this month and immediately alerted a staff member after discovering the gun belonged to a school resource officer; the school district is reviewing its safety procedures in response to parental concerns. WGAL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology will build a townhome as part of the Lancaster Parade of Homes on June 13 — their first project in the city. Instructor Dan McCord leads a team whose award-winning work has attracted job offers for graduates like Colton Decker. FOX43
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The FSIS expanded its public health alert on May 1 to include Mama Cozzi’s Aldi pizzas produced Feb. 17–26, warning consumers about salmonella contamination. Those with affected products in freezers should discard them or return them to the place of purchase, as some items are distributed nationwide including in Pennsylvania. WGAL
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JOSHUA Live at Sight & Sound
3:00 p.m. — Sight & Sound Theatres — Ticket prices vary — Experience the biblical story of Joshua come to life on stage in an engaging musical performance.
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Turn It Up Dance Challenge
May 8-10 — Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square — Registration required — Experience a vibrant dance competition with opportunities for scholarships and industry recognition.
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The Planets Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Gardner Theatre — Cost Information Not Provided — Experience a breathtaking finale with Holst's The Planets and stunning NASA imagery.
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May Sing Along Brunch
10 AM - 2 PM — Trio Bar And Grill — Free entry — Enjoy brunch cocktails and belting out tunes with friends in a judgment-free zone.
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All Shook Up
Matinee 11:30 a.m. & Evening 6:00 p.m. — Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre — $32-83 — Experience the hip-swiveling music of Elvis Presley in a delightful musical adventure.
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Lee Brice Concert
8:00 – 8:30 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy live country music from Lee Brice in a cozy setting.
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Trivia Night at Southern Market
7-9 p.m. — Southern Market — $1 off beer and wine — Enjoy an evening of brain-teasing trivia and compete for gift card prizes.
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