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Friday, November 29th, 2024
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Pie Gobbler run, featuring 5k, 10k, and half marathon races, has been a City Island tradition for over ten years. FOX43
- ➤ The Hershey Bears hockey team is hosting a 'Hockey Fights Cancer Night' to raise awareness and funds for cancer, featuring lavender-themed jerseys to be auctioned for charity. FOX43
- ➤ The Humane Society of Harrisburg Area provides a special Thanksgiving meal for shelter pets, with volunteer support. Local 21 News
- ➤ Pennsylvania's rifle hunting season for antlered deer starts Saturday, requiring hunters to wear hunter orange for visibility and safety, with the season running until December 14. WGAL
- ➤ Bethesda Mission in Harrisburg provided over 120 free Thanksgiving meals to those in need, with volunteers, including former guest Fred Metzger, playing a key role in the preparation and service. WGAL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 65-year-old pastor from Newville was charged after admitting to engaging in paid sex acts at a Carlisle massage parlor under investigation for human trafficking at least 68 times. PennLive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ UGI Utilities will increase its natural gas rates for the average residential heating customer by 8.7% starting December 1, due to rising wholesale supply prices. Local 21 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Harrisburg's Parks and Recreation Department exceeded its budget by $90,000 due to salary miscalculations, and $250,000 was allocated to a senior center without a formal process, raising concerns about transparency and funding priorities. Local 21 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Harrisburg High School's football team intensifies preparations for their PIAA 6A semi-final against Pittsburgh Central Catholic, embracing practice on Thanksgiving as a cherished tradition and bonding opportunity. FOX43
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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