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in Lancaster
Friday, October 31st, 2025
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ East Fairview Church in Lancaster County held a security seminar after receiving a $150,000 federal grant to boost safety amid rising threats—over 30 local congregations joined the alliance to learn emergency plans and threat detection techniques. FOX43
- ➤ Strasburg held its annual Halloween parade hosted by the Strasburg Lions Club, featuring costumes such as Dorothy, Michael Myers, and Spider-Man and even unexpected guests like a cow and a pig. Pack 19 (a local cub group active for decades) tossed candy from floats (with mad scientist displays added by its leader’s wife) as trick-or-treaters grabbed treats eagerly. WGAL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Lancaster County family said their 7-year-old son Sirus Miklos was harassed at his school bus stop because boarding his wheelchair-accessible bus takes extra time—community support and a police escort ride have followed while his parents urge impatient drivers to choose alternate routes. Local 21 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pat Foy, known as Potato Man, will hand out potatoes to trick-or-treaters in Lancaster this Halloween—he says the larger spud surprises local kids—and former NBC News correspondent Kevin Tibbles, who has led the potato tradition for over 20 years, joins a growing trend that has excited residents and gained traction on social media. WGAL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A documentary titled 'An American Pastoral' premiered at the Allen Theatre in Annville and gave viewers a behind‑the‑scenes look at the 2023 Elizabethtown Area School Board race—showing school meetings, classes, and how candidates' faith and interests shaped their campaigns. The film did not seek to sway voters but aimed to inspire local participation in upcoming elections. WGAL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health insurance shoppers will start enrolling Saturday and are warned that premium costs could jump 20% on average—even more for some plans—as tax credits may expire amid a federal shutdown and deep cuts in navigator funding. Lancaster-based agent Joshua Brooker advised consumers to complete their tax credit application (a key first step) before picking a plan for 2026. WGAL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lancaster Stormers announced on Thursday that they were sold to Prospector Baseball Group — a team led by John Abbamondi that plans to add new food choices and smart ticketing to improve the fan experience while keeping the traditions local fans love. The group said the new plans will help run the club with modern ideas and a strong community focus. Local 21 News
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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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The Tavern Cook: Eighteenth Century Dining Through the Recipes of Richard Briggs
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Historic Rock Ford — Free entry — Explore 18th-century culinary delights and stories with food historian Marc Meltonville.
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