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Sunday, November 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 2nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Harrisburg Catholic bishop apologized Friday for a school float in Hanover’s Halloween parade that featured a replica of the Auschwitz gate bearing the phrase Arbeit Macht Frei—a symbol linked to hate during WWII. He said he will work with the school and local groups to review approval processes and offer education on the Holocaust. PennLive
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A team of emergency workers rescued a 1,200-lb horse stuck in a muddy pond in Palmyra Friday at 6:28 p.m. using a tow truck and animal sled — the animal is unharmed after help from fire officials and a veterinarian. Local 21 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Harrisburg Diocese condemned a float from Saint Joseph Catholic School in Hanover that showed a replica of the Nazi Auschwitz gate with the words 'Arbeit Macht Frei' during a recent Halloween parade. The diocese apologized for the display—promising to work with the school to review approval processes and educate against hate. Local 21 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A state law provision took effect on Oct. 30 to expand post-traumatic stress care for first responders in Harrisburg. The law removes the old requirement to show abnormal working conditions—allowing diagnoses from a single traumatic event or ongoing stress. ABC27
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A report by RetirementLiving named Pennsylvania as the safest state for seniors due to high scores in crime and climate safety and a low elder abuse rate (7.5 incidents per 100,000 seniors), while Nevada was rated the worst for its high abuse rates and extreme temperatures. PennLive
- ➤ On Oct 30, 2025, NICU nurses at Penn State Health Golisano Children's Hospital in Hershey dressed infants in ice cream cone onesies to bring comfort to families during Halloween—this gesture is part of a cherished hospital tradition that shows the staff's care. Local 21 News
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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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