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in Lancaster
Thursday, October 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of October.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Paradise Township have faced repeated accidents at the Route 896 and Belmont Road intersection, with one local couple reporting over 20 crashes and having called 911 four times when they first moved in—town and state officials have only planned minor signage updates. The couple says no formal traffic study or speed limit reduction has been requested—leaving the intersection a continuing risk for drivers and pedestrians. Local 21 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new mural by artist Shauna Yorty and her team now covers a Walnut Street wall—honoring Jude, a cow rescued by Lancaster Farm Sanctuary after he was set for veal because of his cleft lip. The artists began work on Oct.10 and finished nine days later as Jude celebrated his 5th birthday on Oct.20. WGAL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Schools in Ephrata face a crossing guard shortage at the busy intersection of S. Academy Drive and Hammond Avenue—raising safety concerns among parents after a guard was injured in February 2023. Glenn Sweitzer, a parent who has been driving his child for two months following repeated calls to the school, said officials sometimes reassign guards or call police to cover key spots. WGAL
- ➤ Millersville University in Lancaster County announced that student golfer Sydney Barnes, a junior biology major and three-year starter on the women's golf team (who recorded the program's first hole-in-one as a freshman), died on Monday. The school described her as a bright light in the community (extending deep condolences to her family, classmates and teammates). WGAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A bridge in Hellam Township will be renamed to honor Marine PFC Roger Fraker, a Hellam native killed in action in 1968—its dedication ceremony will take place this Saturday at 10 a.m. WGAL
- ➤ Lancaster County Prison Correctional Officer Jaiden Droege—who removed an obstruction to save a choking child on September 14th—was honored with the Lifesaving Award at the Board of Commissioners meeting yesterday, where officials and her family praised her quick action. Lancaster County
- ➤ The State Department of Human Services warned SNAP clients of scam calls asking for their PIN and personal details—stating that the agency will never request this information via unsolicited text, email, or phone call and urging clients to contact them if they receive suspicious messages. WGAL
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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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Trivioke Night at Southern Market
7-10 p.m. — Southern Market Lancaster — $1 off beer and wine from 7-9 PM — Enjoy trivia followed by karaoke and great prizes.
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