Today
in Lancaster
Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lancaster County police officers and firefighters will skate this Saturday at the Lancaster Ice Rink on Carrera Drive—raising funds for the families of three York County detectives killed in the line of duty last month; 38 responders from 21 local agencies will compete while tickets cost $10 and the event includes a 50/50 raffle, silent auction, Touch a Truck event and an honor guard opening ceremony at 2:15 p.m. WGAL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chellas Arepa Kitchen in Lancaster prepared a special Gabby Arepa with bacon+chicken+ranch+cheese for FOX43's Gabrielle Mediak, and the Quiroz brothers also served their burger arepa and hibiscus lemonade. The restaurant operates on Hempstead Road and N. Queen Street. FOX43
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A traveling display known as Silent Witnesses — featuring 20 life-sized silhouettes honoring domestic violence victims — is on view at the Lancaster County Government Center until Friday and will move to other local venues during October. The exhibit highlights 119 domestic violence deaths in Pennsylvania last year and invites visitors to remember these real stories. WGAL
- ➤ Lancaster County public libraries face a 17% funding cut—about $300,000 lost—that will force job reductions and the suspension of a van used for early childhood programs. The library system is asking local residents to support their branches as the 2026 county budget may bring additional cuts. FOX43
- ➤ Lancaster Airport is running normally today even as Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warns that essential subsidies for the air service program will expire by Sunday—risking future disruptions. Southern Airways Express, which flies 30 times a week from Lancaster to key hubs, plans to keep servicing the community and urges the public to contact political leaders. WGAL
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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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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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Trivia Nights at Smokehouse BBQ & Brews
6-8 p.m. — Smokehouse BBQ & Brews — No cover charge — Test your trivia skills while enjoying delicious food and competing for prizes.
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Self-Heal Workshop with Barbara O'Neill
5 PM – 2 PM — Lancaster Mennonite School — Ticketed event — Discover practical tools for natural healing and vibrant living in an immersive 5-day experience with Barbara O'Neill.
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VMware vSphere 8.0 Skill Up Training/Class
Mon-Fri, Oct 27-31 — ThinkSafety Training LLC — $2400 — Enhance your IT skills with this expert-led VMware training class.
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Pumpkin Madness
1-6 p.m. — Cherry Crest Adventure Farm — Entry Fee Required — Get ready to smash, throw, and carve pumpkins in a fun-filled afternoon of pumpkin destruction.
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LMHM Fall Fundraiser at Bierhall Brewing
5-8 p.m. — BierHall Brewing Company — Community event supporting the museum — Enjoy trivia and craft beer in a friendly atmosphere.
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Trivioke Night at Southern Market
7-10 p.m. — Southern Market Lancaster — $1 off beer and wine — Enjoy a night of music trivia followed by karaoke with prizes for top trivia teams.
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