Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of June.
Good morning, Harrisburg.
Wake and Bake Cafe will open soon at Suite 102 of the Payne Shoemaker Building on 240 N.
Third St. downtown, serving scratch-made treats, specialty coffees, vegan desserts, and gluten-friendly options. Owner Elle Daniels, who began selling cakes from her home, renovated the space with help from her partner—custom counters and a cheery design were added—and the cafe will run from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday.
Zigui Zheng and Yan Qiu were convicted in Cumberland County for using massage parlors as fronts for sex trafficking and prostitution — Zheng was present at trial while Qiu was tried in absentia and both now face potential state prison terms.
On May 31, Angel Gonzalez of Lansdowne intentionally crashed his car into a state trooper’s cruiser on I-81 at 11:55 a.m., injuring the officer during a chase that started over traffic violations and drug use; he now faces 11 charges for aggravated assault, fleeing, DUI+drug paraphernalia.
Central Pa. will host Pride events throughout June and July, with festivals, walks and parties scheduled in Dauphin, York, Cumberland, Schuylkill, Lebanon and Lancaster—ranging from free family gatherings to ticketed after-parties.
Residents are advised to check detailed times and locations to plan their celebrations—ensuring they join in these events.
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.
Sunset Music & Movie Series
8:30-10 p.m. — Fort Hunter Mansion and Park — Concessions available — Enjoy a movie night under the stars featuring Wicked!
Disco Biscuits Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — XL Live — Tickets from $73 — Groovy vibes and electronic music await at this live Disco Biscuits concert.
An Evening with Max Monroe
6-8:30 p.m. — Books-A-Million — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a night of laughter, swoons, and book signing with bestselling authors Max Monroe and Lucy Score.
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