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in Lancaster
Wednesday, September 24th, 2025
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jewish leaders invite everyone to celebrate Rosh Hashanah with no-cost high holiday services at Rohr Chabad of Lancaster—featuring traditional melodies, sermons, bilingual prayers, and symbolic foods. The two-day celebration began Monday night—continuing today with a 10 a.m. service and a Shofar ceremony at 2 p.m. FOX43
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three south-central PA schools in Lancaster, York and Cumberland counties were named as Pa. Blue Ribbon Schools by state officials for high academic performance and closing the achievement gap—Highland Elementary, Wrightsville Elementary and James Burd Elementary will be honored at a ceremony in December. FOX43
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Voters must register by Oct. 20 ahead of the Nov. 4 municipal election and meet requirements such as 30 days of residency—unsure voters can check and update their status online via PA Voter Services. WGAL
- ➤ Gov. Josh Shapiro has called for lawmakers' help to pass an overdue state budget—leaving the YWCA Victims Services Department in York without funds for essential operations for domestic violence and sexual assault victims. WGAL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Despite a soggy night, the York Revolution swept the Lancaster Stormers 6-3 at Penn Medicine Park to advance to the Atlantic League Championship Series. Yeison Coca’s RBI double gave the Stormers an early 2-0 lead before Kyle Martin’s home run tied the score in the sixth and Elvis Peralta’s run in the eighth clinched the win—showing the Revolution’s championship drive. WGAL
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Eastool Auction & Expo
12 AM – 12 AM — Solanco Fair Association — Admission varies — Discover woodworking, metalworking, and construction products while bidding on tools and machinery at this expansive expo.
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Oktoberfest Celebration
11 AM – 6 PM — Mount Hope Estate & Winery — Entry fee applies — Celebrate German culture with craft brews and traditional festivities.
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Polo Match at Lancaster Polo Club
1-4 p.m. — Lancaster Polo Club — $10 entry — Enjoy an afternoon of tailgating and polo traditions while watching an exciting match.
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David Sedaris Live
7:30-9 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the humor and storytelling of renowned comedian and author David Sedaris.
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Béla Fleck Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Ware Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the virtuosic banjo sounds of America's own Béla Fleck in an intimate setting.
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Harvest Breakfast
8 AM – 12 PM — Lancaster Central Market — Pay-per-stand foods — Enjoy special Harvest themed foods, live music, and fun activities for all ages.
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Handmade Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings Workshop
12:30-3:30 p.m. — Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen — $25 materials fee — Create your own stunning sterling silver hoop earrings in this engaging beginner's workshop.
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Manheim Community Farm Show
9 a.m. – 10 p.m. — Manheim Farm Show — Free entry — Celebrate agriculture and community with crafts and friendly competitions.
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The Price Is Right Live Stage Show
7:30-9 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the thrill of winning fabulous prizes through classic games from the iconic TV show.
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Quentin Jones Rock & Roll Review
8-10 p.m. — The Lititz Shirt Factory — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a lively musical variety show featuring the greatest hits of rock, country, soul, and blues.
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Freedom Walk to End Human Trafficking
Freedom Walk is a community awareness and fundraising event, rallying hundreds of abolitionists, taking thousands of steps to make a difference. Freedom Walk is an outward expression of our inward desire to see human trafficking completely abolished. Join us on Saturday, October 11, from 10 am to 1 pm at Musser Park in Lancaster and make a difference in our community.
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