Today
in Lancaster
Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Donations to help over 90 animals rescued from a Lancaster County home last month were delivered Monday. West Hempfield Fire and Rescue brought more than 2,000 pounds of food, treats, toys, and supplies to the Pennsylvania SPCA in Philadelphia and Main Line Animal Rescue, where animals remain available for adoption. WGAL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lancaster-based Fulton Bank acquired Blue Foundry Bank in Rutherford, New Jersey. Blue Foundry will operate as a separate subsidiary until it merges with Fulton Bank in the summer & Fulton will donate $1.5 million for local nonprofits. PennLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Thaddeus Stevens and Lydia Hamilton Smith Center for History and Democracy officially opened today at 13-15 East Vine Street, with Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology loaning original artifacts to honor his legacy. College President Pedro Rivera said the center will provide a welcoming space for diverse community members. Local 21 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Lancaster school board approved a final furlough plan that cuts 44 positions and reassigns 45 teachers to new roles — a change aimed at addressing a budget shortfall. The changes take effect June 30 with recall rights for furloughed staff. Local 21 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Monroe Township’s Ashcombe Farms and Greenhouse opposes a proposed data center project planned on West Granthan Road and Williams Grove Road in Cumberland County — the business said the project may harm local animal habitats and community life, and it will voice concerns at a public meeting on June 11. Local 21 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday evening, Lincoln Speedway hosted the first of three dirt track races as the World of Outlaws clashed with the Pa. Posse, and fans & drivers enjoyed a renewed local racing rivalry that kicked off an exciting week in central Pennsylvania. FOX43
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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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Scotty McCreery Live in Lancaster
7:30 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable evening of powerful vocals and heartfelt lyrics with country sensation Scotty McCreery.
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