Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of April.
Good morning, Harrisburg.
The Jewish Federations of North America apologized to the local community amid financial challenges that led to the closure of the Symons Family Fitness Center.
The Brenner Early Learning Center will close after May 1 while a transition committee will address changes at the Alexander Grass Campus for Jewish Life.
Chambersburg-based F&M Trust promoted Chad Carroll to president and chief operating officer, effective April 28, as he joins CEO Craig Best to oversee daily operations and execute the bank’s strategic plan while serving on the board.
Millennium Circuits Limited renewed its scholarship partnership with Harrisburg University by delivering a second $30,000 gift on Wed, Apr.
22 to support students in the growing Advanced Manufacturing and Robotics program as the university marks its 25th anniversary.
Student-athletes at Harrisburg Area Community College have launched a petition after the school announced nearly all varsity sports will be cut next fall to save $351,000 and address a $5 million shortfall.
They say the decision was made with little warning following enrollment deadlines, leaving them uncertain about their future.
School and city officials celebrated Arbor Day Friday, Apr.
24 at a local elementary school by discussing environmental awareness and planting a tree.
Constellation Energy asked the Susquehanna River Basin Commission to withdraw 73 million gallons daily from the river for a restart of the Crane Clean Energy Center (formerly Three Mile Island) to support Microsoft data centers.
Local groups worry over water use amid drought; the commission accepts comments until May 4.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is changing how hunters handle deer parts in chronic wasting disease areas by allowing transport with commercial trash services, and it is simplifying elk applications by consolidating bonus points into one form available from May 1 to July 12.
Kelby Dings and Addie Martin — local standouts from the Lancaster-Lebanon League — represented Team USA at the U-16 Four Nations Field Hockey Tournament.
Their performance now fuels a drive to return to international play.
Athletes from Dauphin, Cumberland, Perry and York counties took part in the opening ceremonies of the 53rd annual Area M Track & Field Games in Harrisburg today.
Pigeons Playing Ping Pong
7-8:30 p.m. — XL Live — Cost info not provided — Experience the vivacious and energetic performance from Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, a band that thrives on community and connection through their music.
Melissa Etheridge Concert
8-11 p.m. — Hershey Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Grammy-winning artist Melissa Etheridge during her 'The Rise Tour'.
Jimmie's Chicken Shack Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — XL Live — Ticketed event — Enjoy an electrifying alt-rock performance by Jimmie's Chicken Shack.
Fire Expo 2026
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center — Check back for units on display — Experience the latest in firefighting techniques and safety innovations.
Carlisle Brew Mixer
11 AM – 4 PM — Carlisle Fairgrounds — Check for ticket details — Enjoy a day filled with music by versatile performer Dave Gates and craft brews.
Christone 'KINGFISH' Ingram Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — XL Live — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the electrifying blues of Kingfish Ingram in an intimate setting.
Khalid - It's Always Summer Somewhere Tour
7-9 p.m. — Giant Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience Khalid's return to the stage with his celebrated hits and collaborations.
Highly Suspect Concert
7-9 p.m. — XL Live — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable night filled with razor-edged riffs and raw vocals from Highly Suspect.
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