Today
in Lancaster
Wednesday, August 20th, 2025
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents near Lancaster reported seeing a line of lights moving across the night sky, which experts later identified as SpaceX’s Starlink satellite array—recorded near Lancaster Airport and in East Petersburg. Videos captured the display from earlier dates, prompting locals to check visibility details on findstarlink.com. WGAL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Ryan Bunting, 44, of Landisville threatened and attacked police in two August incidents—he tried to run them over with his bicycle and later exposed himself—and police charged him with assault, resisting arrest and open lewdness. Local 21 News
- ➤ Ronald Edgar Frisbie III, a 29-year-old landlord, admitted on July 29 to breaking into his tenant's apartment and setting a box on fire on March 23, 2024 to force the tenants out—two people inside were not injured. Daily Voice
- ➤ Police are investigating after a blue Ford F-150 pickup truck allegedly stole a concrete mixer (valued at over $4,000) from 53 Industrial Drive in West Earl Township around 11 p.m. on Aug. 16. WGAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Congressman Boyle warned that SEPTA’s $213 million shortfall and $71 million payment loss to Amtrak may end the Keystone Service—which serves Lancaster commuters and over 1 million riders—and force significant travel changes. SEPTA said cuts will also lower service levels and raise fares, adding 275,000 more cars on the road each day. WGAL
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Sunflower Festival
11 AM – 6 PM — Cherry Crest Adventure Farm — Cost TBA — Experience the vibrant blooms and cheerful atmosphere at this annual floral celebration.
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Noah - The Musical
11 AM – 2 PM — Sight & Sound Theatres — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless story of Noah through a stunning musical adaptation.
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The Malpass Brothers Concert
3:00 – 4:30 PM — American Music Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the authentic sound of country and bluegrass from a dynamic brother duo.
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Trivia Nights at Smokehouse BBQ & Brews
6-8 p.m. — Smokehouse BBQ & Brews — No cover charge — Put your knowledge to the test and win prizes at a fun trivia competition with food and drink.
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Foodees Festival
1-9 p.m. — Tanger Outlets Lancaster — Free admission — Experience a vibrant food truck festival with gourmet dishes and unique crafts.
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Millennial Mixtape Celebration
1-3 p.m. — Stoner Grille — Open to the public — Enjoy live music and festivities for The Clinic Muay Thai gym's anniversary party.
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Pennsylvania Music Expo
9 AM – 3 PM — Spooky Nook LANCO — Various entry fees — Discover an array of music collectibles from vinyl to memorabilia at this local music gathering.
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ZZ Top Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Rock out with legendary band ZZ Top at this thrilling live performance.
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Music Friday
5-8 p.m. — Binns Park — Free entry — Experience the vibrant sounds of local artists every third Friday in Lancaster City.
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