Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A house fire on March 30 at 10:20 a.m. along the 6000 block of Fairfax Drive in Lower Paxton Township killed two people, including 33-year-old Alysse Saucedo, and four dogs — while three dogs were rescued and taken to the Dauphin County Humane Society as police investigate the cause. FOX43
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Dauphin County General Authority said on March 31 that it is accepting proposals to purchase the Dauphin Highlands Golf Course in Swatara Township—an offer spurred by unsolicited bids for the 228-acre property—with proposals due by May 15. The county plans to convert the site into a data center if a buyer is found. PennLive
- ➤ In February 2024, Pennsylvania’s Department of Aging ended its practice of tracking the cause of death for older adults in abuse cases and turned the task over to county agencies—data show that such deaths rose 70% since 2018, raising concerns that local reviews may miss key issues. The move shifts oversight to county agencies, which now must review deaths during active investigations. Spotlight PA
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Live Dead & Brothers Concert
7:30-10:00 p.m. — XL Live — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating blend of psychedelic blues and jam band roots with Live Dead and Brothers.
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All Breed Dog Shows
All day — Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center — Admission varies — Watch 201 AKC breeds compete in conformation shows over five days of dog shows.
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The Record Company Live
7-9 p.m. — XL Live — Cost info not provided — Experience the energetic live performance by The Record Company featuring a unique blend of rock and blues.
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Blue October Live Concert
7:59-10:59 p.m. — Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the alt-rock sounds of platinum-selling band Blue October as they perform live.
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Community Night at FNB Field
4-8 p.m. — FNB Field — Free entry — Celebrate local baseball and school spirit at this annual community event.
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Octave Cat Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — XL Live — $ — Experience a fusion of modular synths and electric piano influenced by late 70s vibes.
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Buckethead Live Concert
8:30-10 p.m. — XL Live — Tickets required — Experience the unique sounds of acclaimed guitarist Buckethead in an unforgettable performance.
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Bumpin Uglies Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — XL Live — Check online for ticket prices — Experience the reggae-punk-ska vibes from Bumpin Uglies' new album, Lyrics Over Everything.
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An Evening with Clive Carroll - Acoustic Guitar Master
10 PM - 2 AM — The Manor on Front — Ticketed — Experience an enchanting night of acoustic guitar mastery by Clive Carroll.
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Seventh Annual Taste of Jazz Concert
5-8 p.m. — Susquehanna Art Museum — $85 per ticket — Celebrate diverse cultures with jazz sounds, food, and community spirit at this fundraising event.
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