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in Lancaster
Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This morning, ZooAmerica announced that their beloved black bear Murphy was euthanized (after battling severe stomach problems) when treatment options could not save him. Local 21 News
- ➤ Farmers markets across the Susquehanna Valley have extended their hours for Thanksgiving to help customers pick up last-minute items. Lancaster Central Market and others are gearing up for the busy day—vendors report extra orders— as shoppers prepare for the holiday. WGAL
- ➤ U.S. Army Air Forces Staff Sgt. Clifford Keeney from York Township, who was killed in action in September when his plane was shot down in Germany, will be buried Friday at noon at Christ Church Cemetery in Jacobus. His remains were discovered in 1991, recovered in 2008, and identified last June, and the burial is open to the public. WGAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Amtrak completed the North Platform reconstruction at Lancaster Station earlier this month—installing new foundations, rehabilitating canopies and stairwells, and updating the overhead catenary—and now the station has two fully accessible high-level platforms. PennLive
- ➤ Pennsylvania's statewide firearms deer season will begin Saturday, November 29th and run through December 13th, with Sunday hunts on November 30th and December 7th. The Game Commission reminded hunters to use proper licenses for antlered and antlerless deer, to report harvests on time, and to follow safety rules — including wearing the required fluorescent orange gear. FOX43
- ➤ A new federal policy may soon remove passport services from nonprofit libraries in Lancaster and Perry counties—Ephrata and Marysville-Rye have provided these services for decades without issue. The libraries are asking lawmakers for help to keep this important service available, as its loss would force residents to travel farther for passport appointments. FOX43
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Supreme Deli is assisting in a recall for two Boar’s Head grated cheese products — made with pecorino Romano that may carry Listeria monocytogenes — which were sold at Kroger stores in Kentucky and Indiana. Consumers who have these products should discard them since they are past their shelf life and no illnesses have been reported. Daily Voice
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A Hungarian Mudi named Rue from East Donegal Township will appear on the National Dog Show on Thanksgiving Day as she trains with her handler for the televised competition. Her owner says the pup has worked hard to perfect her stance and signature smile—an effort that makes this opportunity feel surreal. FOX43
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Trivioke Night at Southern Market
7-10 p.m. — Southern Market Lancaster — $1 off beer and wine from 7-9 p.m. — Test your music knowledge and sing your heart out at this fun-filled trivia and karaoke night.
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Trivia Night at Southern Market
7-10 p.m. — Southern Market Lancaster — $1 off draft beer and wine — Test your knowledge and win gift cards while enjoying great drinks.
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Trivioke Night at Southern Market
7-10 p.m. — Southern Market Lancaster — $1 off beer and wine — Enjoy an evening of music trivia followed by karaoke with prizes.
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It's a Wonderful Life
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Fulton Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the classic tale of George Bailey through a live 1940s radio broadcast.
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Noah - The Musical
11 AM – 2 PM — Sight & Sound Theatres — Last-minute tickets available — Experience an inspiring retelling of a timeless biblical story.
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Holiday Concert with Anthony Nunziata
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Ware Center for the Arts — Ticket info not provided — Experience the soulful holiday classics performed by acclaimed singer Anthony Nunziata.
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6th Annual Christmas Burns Red Concert
4-7 p.m. — Lancaster County Convention Center — Ticket information available — Enjoy a festive evening filled with Christmas music at this year’s annual concert.
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Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings
4:00 – 4:59 p.m. — Barshinger Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Christmas carols played by a string quartet under candlelight.
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