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Harrisburg
Monday, April 28th, 2025
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Dauphin County 911 dispatcher failed to escalate Cody Balmer’s call after he admitted to firebombing the Governor’s Residence, a misstep that officials have now addressed internally—though they noted no further harm resulted. PennLive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters are working to contain two wildfires in Michaux State Forest in Cumberland County—Thompson Hollow is 33% contained and Hammond Rocks is 41% contained while crews monitor the flames; no homes were lost and no one was hurt. WGAL
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Drivers in Pennsylvania with qualifying 2011—2016 Chevrolet Silverado or GMC Sierra trucks may be entitled to up to $12,700 from a General Motors settlement over a defective CP4 fuel pump. The settlement still awaits final court approval and if approved, eligible drivers must submit their claim by July 21. PennLive
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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.
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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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Splintered Sunlight Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — XL Live — Buy Tickets — Experience the vibe of Splintered Sunlight, a tribute to the Grateful Dead.
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Unity Music Festival 2025
6:30 PM – 12:30 AM — The Forum Auditorium — Tickets start at $40 — Experience a night of diverse performances featuring top artists in a vibrant setting.
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