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Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Lancaster Bureau of Police will host its first-ever National Night Out event on Tuesday, Aug. 5 from 5-8 p.m. outside the police station on West Chestnut Street—where families can meet officers and enjoy free food.  FOX43

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A Lancaster County man, Christian Noto (24), was hit and killed by a car while riding his bike near Shirley Lane and Rothsville Road on July 24 after visiting his two young sons, and his family has started a GoFundMe to cover funeral expenses while urging officials to improve trail crossing safety with measures such as a stop sign.  Local 21 News
  • Crews began tearing down a business in Warwick Township after a fire broke out in the 700 block of Rothsville Road Tuesday at 11:40 p.m. and was under control by 2 a.m. Wednesday — excavators removed the building.  Local 21 News
  • Crews responded to an overnight fire at Sylvan Brandt antique flooring in Warwick Township— the call came just after 11:30 Tuesday night with no injuries reported as teams dismantled part of the building, the fire marshall began investigating the cause, and Rothsville Road known as Route 772 was shut down overnight.  WGAL

CRIME NEWS

  • On July 13 just after 2:30 a.m., 33-year-old Daniel Lee Orlando from the 700 block of Manor Street allegedly helped 34-year-old Venecia Lopez fire three shots into a Prospect Street home with four people inside—Orlando later admitted taking the gun to hide it from police while Lopez remains in prison without bail and he is held on $500,000 cash bail.  Daily Voice
  • ABC Rose Spa at 107 W. Main St. in Ephrata is closed as police investigate human trafficking and prostitution after an anonymous tip led to a search warrant that resulted in a misdemeanor prostitution charge against a 35-year-old Chinese national.  Local 21 News
  • Angel Luis Cintron, 46, pleaded guilty in May to possessing a loaded gun and drug paraphernalia while under a protection order and was sentenced to five to ten years in state prison on July 24—authorities said he had kept the weapon and drugs at his Washington Avenue home.  Daily Voice

EVENTS

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  • Tommy James and The Shondells Concert

    7:30-9 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless hits of Tommy James & The Shondells live on stage.

    Sat, 8/2/25

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  • The Kenny Rogers Band Reunion

    3:00 – 4:30 PM — American Music Theatre — Tickets vary — Experience timeless classics with Kenny Rogers' original band led by Don Gatlin.

    Sun, 8/3/25

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  • Broadway Bound! Kids Camp

    9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre — Check website for pricing — Dive into acting, singing, and dancing in a week-long camp to showcase your talents.

    Mon, 8/4/25

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  • Pennsylvania Statewide Maternal Health Summit

    9 AM - 3 PM — Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square — Free admission — Celebrate maternal and child health with a fun community Baby Shower featuring workshops, games, and raffles.

    Wed, 8/6/25

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  • Top Of The World - A Carpenters Tribute

    7:30-9 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the stunning vocal resemblance of Debbie Taylor as she pays tribute to The Carpenters.

    Sat, 8/9/25

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  • 77th Annual Thresherman's Reunion

    8 a.m.–5 p.m. — Rough & Tumble Engineers Historical Association — $10-$15 per person — Experience the largest steam and gas show in the East with antique machinery, trains, and family-friendly activities.

    Wed, 8/13/25

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  • Celebrate Lancaster

    7 PM - 1 AM — Binns Park — Free entry — Celebrate the diverse cultures of Lancaster with food, music, and community fun.

    Fri, 8/15/25

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  • Summer Reading Celebration for Kids and Teens

    9 AM – 2 PM — Library Park — Free entry — Celebrate the end of summer reading with food, games, magic, and a petting zoo.

    Sat, 8/16/25

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  • Trace Adkins Concert

    7:30-9 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of country music with the legendary Trace Adkins, renowned for his numerous hits and accolades.

    Sun, 8/17/25

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