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Saturday, November 16th, 2024

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Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Salvation Army in Harrisburg is experiencing an unprecedented increase in requests for assistance, especially in food aid and warm clothes for teenagers, and seeks community support.  WGAL
  • Dauphin County enforces a no park zone in Middletown for fall cleanup with towing and ticketing for non-compliance.  WGAL

CRIME NEWS

  • Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry alerts residents to a phishing scam seeking personal and banking information under the guise of alerting them to fraudulent account activity.  WGAL

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Governor Josh Shapiro's administration in Pennsylvania announces $9.2 million in film tax credits for 11 projects, expected to support nearly 2,200 jobs and generate over $36.7 million in economic activity.  ABC27

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Harrisburg University's A.J. Merlino, a prominent music educator and associate VP, has been honored with the 2025 Educator of Note Award by the Central Pennsylvania Music Hall of Fame for his significant contributions to music and arts education.  Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
  • Cornel West to speak at an education roundtable in Harrisburg, focusing on school choice and education challenges, hosted by Black Pastors United for Education.  PennLive

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Dauphin County commissioners unanimously decided to reject nearly 600 provisional ballots from the 2024 General Election due to various deficiencies, despite appeals, leaving only 22 to be counted.  WGAL

HEALTH NEWS

  • A new database by Spotlight PA enhances transparency by allowing the public to monitor the allocation of Pennsylvania's opioid settlement funds across various programs.  PennLive
  • Swatara Township's zoning hearing board approved a special exception for Soar Corp Recovery Center to transform the Red Lion Hotel into a 200-bed inpatient drug treatment facility, addressing concerns and emphasizing community compatibility without an outpatient methadone clinic.  PennLive

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • The Wood Brothers Live in Concert

    Experience an evening of soulful music with The Wood Brothers, while supporting environmental conservation efforts.

    Tue, 11/19/24

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  • Winnetka Bowling League Concert

    Experience an intimate performance by the Winnetka Bowling League at XL Live featuring the Goldsmith brothers.

    Wed, 11/20/24

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  • Micro Wrestling All Stars: Pint-Sized Powerhouses Showdown

    Experience an epic showdown featuring the pint-sized powerhouses of professional wrestling in a thrilling live event.

    Fri, 11/22/24

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  • The Machine: A Tribute to Pink Floyd

    Experience an exceptional tribute to Pink Floyd by The Machine, renowned for their 35-year legacy of delivering captivating performances.

    Wed, 11/27/24

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  • Santa Express Train Adventure at Stone Gables Estate

    Experience a festive narrated train ride featuring a traditional steam locomotive, a surprise visit from Santa, and a stop at a beautifully decorated Santa's Toy Shop.

    Fri, 11/29/24

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  • Support Local Businesses on Small Business Saturday at Midtown Scholar Bookstore-Cafe

    Celebrate Small Business Saturday by supporting local indie bookstores and taking advantage of special promotions at Midtown Scholar Bookstore-Cafe.

    Sat, 11/30/24

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  • PA Christmas and Gift Show at the Farm Show Complex

    Experience the festive Christmas Tree Lane featuring uniquely decorated trees from various vendors, along with live performances throughout the day.

    Thu, 12/5/24

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  • SVAACN Monthly Chapter Meeting and Holiday Celebration

    The event features an evening of holiday celebration with educational sessions on non-invasive cardiac output monitoring and a cookie exchange, alongside a charity drive for Caitlin's Smiles.

    Tue, 12/10/24

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  • Everything Yes - Jazz Fusion Concert

    Everything Yes is an American jazz fusion band featuring renowned drummer Zack Graybeal and composer Sean Reeser performing live.

    Fri, 12/13/24

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  • Christmas Celebration at Italian Lake

    The event features family-friendly activities including a carriage ride, petting zoo, and tree lighting ceremony, along with live performances and local artisan market.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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