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Saturday, May 24th, 2025
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rep. Nate Davidson secured a $25,000 grant to restore the Peffer Street Pollinator Garden, which was wrecked by a construction vehicle on December 20. The garden will be rebuilt with new protective fencing and upgrades under the City Beautiful H2O Program—work is set to begin soon. PennLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Cody Balmer, accused of trying to burn down Gov. Shapiro’s official residence, is seeking to delay his next court hearing because he is receiving mental health treatment—he faces charges including attempted homicide and arson that caused millions in damages. WITF
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Steelton—Highspire School District unveiled a rendering of a new stadium revitalization project on Thursday, outlining a three-phase plan that will upgrade sports and educational facilities for student athletes and community members. Former NFL wide receiver David Sullivan, a 1968 graduate, donated $500K to support the project and bring his business expertise to his hometown. Local 21 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A state audit found that volunteer fire departments in York and Dauphin counties misused taxpayer dollars by spending on non-eligible items such as a bounce house + incurring unpaid parking tickets during the 2022 to 2023 term. Most issues arose from bookkeeping mistakes, and departments must repay the improper funds + fix errors to avoid future funding cuts. FOX43
- ➤ Gov. Shapiro urged lawmakers to pass the Health System Protection Act to stop private equity from harming Pennsylvania hospitals by banning sale-leaseback deals and giving the Attorney General power to block risky acquisitions — lawmakers will vote on the bill in early June to protect patients, workers, and community care. This measure aims to prevent future hospital closures like the one at Crozer. Central Penn Business Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After defeating RIT 12-10, the Dickinson College men’s lacrosse team booked its ticket to the Division III national title game in Massachusetts this weekend — marking the first time in program history that the team reached the national final. FOX43
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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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