Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of April.
Good morning, Harrisburg.
Crews responded at 6:00 a.m. on Saturday to a fire at Color Bar Beauty Salon on Mountain Road in Lower Paxton Township that damaged the salon but left no injuries; officials reported the blaze was contained—its cause remains under investigation—and that no other businesses were affected—further review is planned—.
Crews battled an overnight fire at the Governor’s Residence on North Front Street just after 2:00 a.m. today—officials are working to obtain more details.
A Mechanicsburg man, Fernando Colon-Torres age 29, was arrested on April 11 after he drove the wrong way on Route 15 on January 17 at 4:37 p.m.—he crashed into four vehicles, punched an EMT, and now faces over 30 charges with a preliminary hearing set for April 24 at 1 p.m.
On Wednesday, the Pennsylvania State Police released results from their Orange Squeeze traffic detail in cooperation with the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission for National Distracted Driving Awareness Month—troopers issued 116 citations, 47 warnings and made one DUI arrest for drug possession. Officials said the operation is key since active work zones saw 176 crashes last year that resulted in two deaths and 48 injuries.
PennDOT announced that starting May 7 anyone boarding a plane or visiting federal buildings must show a Real ID-compliant license—this means you must update your driver’s license or bring another form of federally issued ID and pay a one-time fee of $30.
Special Real ID Days will be held at various license centers to help residents complete the process.
Community Night at FNB Field
4-8 p.m. — FNB Field — Free entry — Celebrate local baseball and school spirit at this annual community event.
Octave Cat Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — XL Live — $ — Experience a fusion of modular synths and electric piano influenced by late 70s vibes.
Buckethead Live Concert
8:30-10 p.m. — XL Live — Tickets required — Experience the unique sounds of acclaimed guitarist Buckethead in an unforgettable performance.
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.
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.
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.
Garden Faire
10 AM – 4 PM — Fort Hunter Mansion and Park — Free admission — Celebrate the start of the festival season with family-friendly activities and live demonstrations.
Truist Women in Business Mixer
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Madlyn L. Hanes Library — Free entry — Network with local resources to elevate your business at this engaging mixer.
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