Tuesday, June 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Friends of Lancaster Public Library holds its 70th annual BIG Book Sale this weekend at Franklin and Marshall College’s Alumni Sports and Fitness Center — the event offers over 250,000 used books along with vinyl records, audiobooks, CDs, and DVDs. Local authors Ernest Schreiber, Larry Alexander, Mel Lee Newmin, and Nancy Groff will sign books on Saturday, June 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. — items are priced from 50¢ for paperbacks and $2 for hardbacks with free parking, credit cards accepted, and local food trucks onsite. WGAL
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters fought a fire at a rowhome on the 400 block of North Queen Street near East Lemon Street in Lancaster City at 4:20 a.m. Monday—damage and injuries are not yet known. WGAL
- ➤ A fatal two-vehicle crash in Pequea Township today at 8:39 a.m. left a 79-year-old woman dead after her Subaru Outback veered off and hit a tree at the intersection of Long Lane and Marticville Road—while a 78-year-old man remains hospitalized and the Ford Explorer driver was not injured. Local 21 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Miss Pennsylvania competition returned to York City this weekend as 22 contestants were honored at WellSpan Park and will compete at the Appell Center on Thursday, Friday and Saturday—contestants from Lancaster County, York County and Lebanon County said the event has boosted their confidence and friendship, with the winner set to advance to Miss America in Orlando this September. WGAL
SPORTS NEWS
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Friday Night at Stoner Grille with Ties
8:30-10:30 p.m. — Stoner Grille — Check for cover — Experience a high-energy performance blending rock, funk, and pop under the stars.
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The Screwtape Letters Performance
8 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fast-paced adaptation of C.S. Lewis' satirical battle for the soul.
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Lancaster Vice Walking TOur
On this history tour, walk the streets of Lancaster with an expert guide and learn about the brothel keepers, bartenders, and pool hall hustlers who shared the streets with corrupt politicians and righteous reformers a century ago, when Lancaster was considered "wide open" for vice.
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HARTZ NeuroRehabilitation & Aquatic Therapy Open House
10 AM – 2 PM — Hartz Physical Therapy - Lancaster West — Free entry — Explore innovative therapies and meet a caring team dedicated to enhancing quality of life for individuals with neurological conditions.
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Diana Krall Live
3-9 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the smooth jazz sounds of Grammy-winning artist Diana Krall in an unforgettable live performance.
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Glow Night Ziplining Adventure
6 PM - 10 PM — Refreshing Mountain Retreat and Adventure Center — Cost varies — Experience the thrill of nighttime ziplining through a glowing forest.
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4th of July Celebration and Fireworks Extravaganza
3-9 a.m. — The Star Barn at Stone Gables Estate — Free admission — Celebrate Independence Day with live performances, yard games, and a stunning fireworks show.
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Shore Leave 45
2 PM – 3 PM — Wyndham Lancaster Resort and Convention Center — Check website for ticket info — A comprehensive sci-fi celebration featuring guest Q&As, panels, and entertainment.
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Gigi Perez Album Release Party
3-4 p.m. — Dreaming Human — Free entry — Celebrate the release of 'At The Beah, In Every Life' with live music and giveaways.
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Pay What You Can Concert featuring The A440's
6:30 p.m. — Lititz Historical Foundation — Pay what you can — Experience high-energy brass music fusion in the beautiful Mary Oehme Gardens.
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