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in Lancaster
Friday, October 17th, 2025
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Isaac's Restaurants announced that its Lancaster City location will close on Oct. 25, South York on Oct. 26, and Ephrata on Nov. 30 due to low sales and rising costs—employees have been offered positions at other locations and guests may use gift cards and loyalty points at the remaining restaurants. This move will help the company invest in updates at its other branches. WGAL
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rare noctilucent clouds, also called night-shining clouds, were spotted in the Susquehanna Valley on Thursday morning when WGAL News 8 Skycam captured these unique clouds; weather expert Mike Susko said they form from tiny ice crystals high in the atmosphere (250,000 feet) during twilight. WGAL
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Officials announced that a Pennsylvania Lottery Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket sold at Turkey Hill on Denver Road in East Cocalico Township matched all five numbers for a prize of $759,176—retailer to receive a $5,000 bonus. More than 14,900 other tickets also won prizes, and winners have one year to claim their winnings. Daily Voice
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Winter weather is coming, and Austin Good from Good's Auto Service in Lititz says drivers should check their heater, tire pressure, battery, and fluids while keeping a car safety kit — jumper cables, ice scrapers, and blankets — ready in case of an emergency. WGAL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lancaster County teen Silas Eberly, who suffers from cardiomyopathy and can no longer play sports, joined Millersville baseball as an honorary player during warmups. The event revealed his Make-A-Wish trip (tickets for World Series games three and four) and he said he is eager to cheer for the Mariners (a moment he calls truly unforgettable). FOX43
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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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Back to the Future Live Music Event
10:00 PM – 11:59 PM — The Village Nightclub and Lizard Lounge — $20 entry — Catch classic hip hop vibes live from Greg Nice and enjoy sounds by talented DJs.
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Malta Band Concert
9-10 a.m. — Homestead Village — Free entry — Celebrate the 100th Anniversary with community music and special performances by the Malta Band.
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The 3rd Annual Enigmatical Dinner Fundraising Event
5:30-9 p.m. — Pepper Theo Cafe and Events — $250-1000 per person — A whimsical dinner that presents courses as riddles to benefit educational programming.
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Persuasion Performance
7-8 p.m. — Historic Rock Ford — $25.00 — Experience a unique one-act adaptation of Jane Austen's final novel within the intimate setting of a historic mansion.
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Luminous Blue Concert
6-9 p.m. — Crystal Ballroom at Eden Resort & Suites — Tickets available — Experience an inspiring mix of pop, jazz, and fusion genres performed by Lisa Lynn Ericson.
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