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Thursday, August 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ VisionCorps showed Ray-Ban Meta glasses—sunglasses with a built-in camera and open-ear speakers—to members of Willow Valley Communities in Lancaster County to help people with vision issues. One local resident said the glasses make it easier to read menus at restaurants, and VisionCorps welcomes inquiries from those interested in trying the technology. WGAL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Ephrata police arrested 18-year-old Joshua Kone in connection with a burglary at Musser’s Outdoors on May 2 at around 4:40 a.m. — 11 guns were reported stolen and five have been recovered — as Kone admitted his involvement and authorities continue to investigate other suspects. Local 21 News
- ➤ Fares Farhat, a suspended mechanic from Halifax doing business as A+ Auto Inspections, was arrested on Aug. 4 and charged with 81 felonies for faking over 150 inspections and selling counterfeit stickers—PennDOT workers and state police uncovered his scheme after finding dangerous trucks with worn brake pads. Daily Voice
- ➤ An 18-year-old Lancaster County resident was shot in the head early in the morning on July 26 on Lincoln Highway East—at a party where a man pulled a gun and 22-year-old Marquis Angel Aguilera was arrested on attempted homicide charges, leaving her family in shock as she now receives treatment in the hospital. Local 21 News
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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