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Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State House Minority Leader Jesse Topper said Pennsylvania State Police must explain how security failed during the April 13 arson attack on Governor Shapiro’s home – an event that led to an independent review by Jeffrey Miller to check security protocols and gaps. PennLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Maryland-based company issued a voluntary recall for three bread products sold in Pennsylvania after glass fragments were discovered on the loaves—no injuries were reported. The recall affects Ancient Grains Hoagie Rolls, Multigrain Sourdough and Whole Grain Multigrain bread sold in several states including California, Connecticut, Maryland, Delaware and Ohio. PennLive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ FOX43 is partnering with the Hershey Bears to air all remaining Calder Cup playoff games against Lehigh Valley as part of a multi-year deal. Game 3 will be on May 4 at 5 p.m. on FOX43.2, with game 4 set for May 9 and game 5 for May 11 (the partnership follows this season's 36 regular season broadcasts). FOX43
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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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Back In Black: AC/DC Tribute Band
8-10 p.m. — XL Live — Cost info not provided — Experience the high-voltage rock of AC/DC performed by the renowned tribute band BACK IN BLACK.
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Walk for Paws: 5K and 1 Mile Walk
9 AM – 1 PM — HACC, Central Pennsylvania's Community College — Registration required — Participate in a fun walk to support local animal welfare!
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