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Harrisburg
Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The GIANT Company recalled two versions of its store brand salsa on May 21 due to salmonella concerns—customers who bought the products are advised to discard them and contact customer service for a refund. The recall covers both GIANT and MARTIN'S brand salsas with all packaging codes. FOX43
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police reported that 13-year-old Alaysha Jackson went missing at 10:30 p.m. on May 19 from her Swatara Township home and her mother is urging anyone with information to call the Dauphin County Communication Center. PennLive
- ➤ At trial, a Fort Indiantown Gap officer—only two months on the job—stated he had never handled a sexual assault case before when Air National Guard member Veronika Rodriguez was charged with falsely reporting a rape and recording an encounter without consent. PennLive
- ➤ York County doctor Christopher Davis, who was a medical director at Pyramid Healthcare Treatment Center, was arrested on April 30 and is accused of coercing methadone patients from 2022 to 2024 into sexual acts in exchange for their medications—he is also alleged to have used a deceased patient's body as a puppet. Local 21 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Broad Street Market received a $500,000 state grant to pay for essential repairs including new HVAC and insulation in its historic stone building—officials announced the funding came from the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture's Fresh Food Financing Initiative to help improve safety and comfort for market visitors. FOX43
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ FDA warns consumers, distributors, and retailers not to eat, sell, or serve cucumbers recalled after being linked to a salmonella outbreak that has caused 26 illnesses across several states, including Pennsylvania. The cucumbers were grown by Bedner Growers and sold by Fresh Start Produce Sales between April 29 and May 19 — retailers should notify customers and clean any areas that may have been contaminated. PennLive
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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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Megan and Dave's Sing-Along Night
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Copper Pub and Grille — Free entry — Show off your talents and enjoy sing-along covers with Megan and Dave.
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Carlisle Ford Nationals
8 p.m. - 9 p.m. — Carlisle Fairgrounds — Children 12 and under are free — Explore the world's largest all-Ford-themed car show with over 3,200 show cars and exciting automotive activities.
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Almost Queen Tribute Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — XL Live — Ticket pricing varies — Rock out to a thrilling tribute to the legendary band Queen with Almost Queen.
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