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Saturday, November 1st, 2025
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Organizer Aidan Carrigan announced that Linglestown Lights will not host its full dancing lights show this winter—only a few unsynced lights will be displayed—in hopes of returning bigger and brighter next year. Local 21 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Integrity First Home Buyers will host a business networking event on November 13 from 6–8 p.m. at Heritage Hills Golf Resort—partnering with Schiffbauer Consulting Group to connect professionals from York, Lancaster, and Harrisburg through speed networking sessions and panel discussions. Central Penn Business Journal
- ➤ A New York Times report says Hershey has changed recipes for some of its products (Almond Joy, Mr. Goodbar, and Rolo) so they now list as chocolate candy instead of milk chocolate to cut costs amid rising cocoa prices. The company said it partly absorbed high tariff costs while pushing some expenses to consumers, and products like Hershey’s bar, Reese’s cups, and KitKats still use the milk chocolate label. ABC27
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Attorney General Dave Sunday charged Seneca Resources, LLC with violating Pennsylvania environmental laws in several counties for illegal dumping—an act that led to water contamination at a couple's home in Cameron County and resulted in 72 counts under the Solid Waste Management Act along with 42 counts under the Clean Streams Law. ABC27
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dauphin County school officials say two Central Dauphin School District students made 'Death Notes' imitating the anime while no direct threats were made—superintendent Eric Turman warned that such behavior may lead to suspension, law enforcement referral, or expulsion and urged parents to discuss its impact with their children. ABC27
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Harrisburg City Councilman Ralph Rodriguez will host monthly hot meal distributions starting November 7 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Public Works Building at 1820 Paxton Street to help families affected by SNAP cuts; he will offer 200 to 300 meals using his own funds and meals prepared by local vendors — Crawdaddy's Restaurant and Uncle's Dre's Cafe — with recipients required to show an EBT card with ID. PennLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Halloween morning, NICU nurses at Penn State Health Golisano Children's Hospital in Hershey dressed babies in ice cream cone onesies to bring cheer to families during their baby's first holiday in the hospital — a cherished annual tradition. The event offered a warm moment for families while highlighting the compassionate efforts of the care team. Local 21 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school football playoff games in Central Penn have excited local fans. Cedar Cliff beat Cedar Crest 35–6 for its first 6A win, Bermudian Springs came back for a 25–24 win over Big Spring, Steel High defeated Columbia 46–22, and Central Dauphin edged Cumberland Valley 7–6 (more games are set for next week). FOX43
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Fortunate Youth - Love For The Music Tour
8-9:30 p.m. — XL Live — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of Fortunate Youth on their Love For The Music Tour.
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The Weeknd Night
8-9:30 p.m. — Capital City Music Hall — Ticket details available — Celebrate the music of The Weeknd with an evening of hits and entertainment.
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The Crane Wives Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — XL Live — Cost info not specified — Experience the evolving sounds of The Crane Wives as they bring indie folk to life with high-energy rock and roll.
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Bedroom Floor Live Concert
6-9 p.m. — Capital City Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience Bedroom Floor live in an exciting music atmosphere.
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Rome Ramirez Live
8:00-9:30 p.m. — XL Live — Cost info not provided — Experience the sounds of summer with Rome Ramirez, the voice behind Sublime with Rome.
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HYP Book Club: The Overstory
2-4 p.m. — Pursuit Coworking — Free entry — Dive into nature's narrative with engaging discussions on Richard Powers' Pulitzer Prize-winning novel.
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The Stand by Stephen King - Meeting No. 2
7-9 p.m. — Rookie's Craft Burger Bar — Free entry — Discuss the Complete and Uncut version of Stephen King's iconic novel over burgers and brews.
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Bearings Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — Capital City Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an energetic performance from the Canadian post-hardcore band Second Harbour.
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Aortic Valve Returns to Strawberry Square
6-9 p.m. — UPMC Clock Box Stage — Free entry — Enjoy vibrant live music and local brews at the Strawberry Square Music Series.
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Joe Cooney and Friends Performance
6-10 p.m. — Copper Pub and Grille — Free entry — Enjoy a fun evening of music with Joe Cooney and Friends at a popular local venue.
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