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Saturday, December 20th, 2025
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Messick Farm Equipment in Mount Joy canceled its Christmas light show Friday night due to strong winds affecting local holiday traditions. The business posted on Facebook and plans to resume the display today with shows running through Dec. 28. WGAL
- ➤ Volunteers are wrapping gifts at the 55th Annual UDS Gift-Wrapping Fundraiser at the Round One Wing of the Park City Center in Lancaster this week—helping raise funds for independent living services for seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities until Christmas Eve. FOX43
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The WGAL News 8 Team gathered at the historic Fulton Theatre to read 'Twas the Night Before Christmas during a festive holiday event. The reading celebrated tradition and community spirit in Lancaster—inviting locals to enjoy a piece of holiday history. WGAL
- ➤ Video captured Santa Claus riding a motorcycle down Columbia Avenue at Abbeyville Road in Lancaster Township on Thursday, Dec. 18 — a brief festive display that invited locals to share their holiday photos. WGAL
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Photos captured damage from strong winds that swept parts of south-central Pennsylvania, reaching areas in York and Lancaster counties. The slideshow was updated yesterday at 6:03 p.m. (residents may send in their images for future features). WGAL
- ➤ Since a December fire, the A&M Composting plant in Lancaster County has been smoldering, and the Department of Environmental Protection halted operations until mid January to help protect local residents, children, & farm animals from ongoing health risks. Local 21 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hospitals are boosting security following a rise in workplace violence by adding metal detectors, expanding security staff, and increasing de-escalation training (with input from frontline workers). Both UPMC and WellSpan plan to enhance safe staffing to protect nurses and patients. FOX43
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Candlelight Concert: The Best of Hans Zimmer
6-7 p.m. — Barshinger Center — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting music of Hans Zimmer performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a unique candlelit atmosphere.
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