Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of July.
Good morning, Lancaster.
The Central Pennsylvania Food Bank will launch its 'Fresh Food for Summer' campaign at 10 a.m. on Wednesday at Flinchbaugh's Orchard in Hellam Township to boost fresh produce access after a severe spring freeze and funding cuts + officials will speak at the event.
Zoetropolis Cinema Stillhouse announced it will close its 60-seat restaurant at 112 N.
Water St. on Aug. 2 to refocus on its theater and distillery brand, which now operates a stand at Lancaster Central Market and a tasting room in Columbia (pivoting from its eight-year restaurant run).
Josephine's Downtown reopened Wednesday after a small fire in its coat room on Tuesday on West Grant Street.
The restaurant thanked the Lancaster City Bureau of Fire and first responders for their help, and no one was injured.
Dr. Marcia Stokes has been named as the School District of Lancaster's new chief financial officer to address a budget deficit of several million dollars and restore community trust.
She will begin in mid September and aims to balance finances for the 2026–27 school year.
Ephrata Borough Manager Karen Gerhart said water customers under the Ephrata Area Joint Authority (EAJA) had to boil their water after an advisory was issued last night with no known cause.
Central Pennsylvania's UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute earned a top three-star rating from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons for its excellent heart care and surgical outcomes.
The review noted its range of procedures including bypass, valve, and minimally invasive operations — a mark of its quality treatment.
Amy's Kitchen recalled 15,350 cases of its Organic Lentil Soup on Monday, June 22 after a defect in the easy-open pull tab risked spoilage, affecting about 184,200 cans sold in 28 states and Canada, including Pennsylvania.
The recalled product bears lot number 60D0924 & a best-before date of Apr. 2027.
Joshua the Musical
3:30-6:30 p.m. — Sight & Sound Theatres — Ticket prices vary — Experience the epic adventure of JOSHUA with stunning visuals, live animals, and a powerful message of courage and faith.
Jeremy Camp Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the inspiring sounds of Jeremy Camp, a celebrated artist with numerous hits.
Joshua the Musical
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Sight & Sound Theatres — $129.00 — Experience a miraculous adventure in a family-friendly biblical musical about Joshua's journey to the Promised Land.
Home Free Concert
7-10 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the harmony of all-vocal country sensations Home Free in a night of upbeat hits and quick-witted humor.
The Doo Wop Project Live
2-3:30 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Check for Ticket Prices — Experience the magic of Doo Wop classics reimagined by Broadway stars in a lively 90-minute show.
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