Dec 30, 2024 · The herons flew in and out, riverfront festivals came and went, and another year passed by in Harrisburg, Pa. Per tradition, January is the month for me to reflect on the biggest news stories in our fair city over the past calendar year. At first blush, 2024 seems like a quieter news year than most […]

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Jan 3, 2025 · Happy New Year! As we head into 2025, we are continuing to cover Harrisburg area news. To stay informed, make sure you subscribe to our daily and weekly newsletters, delivered right to your inbox. While you’re here, catch up on this week’s reporting, below. Community Corner brings you this month’s special events happening in and […]

Dec 26, 2024 · Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA! What you’ll find ⤵️ For something new: My challenge to you — use your downtime to check out any new-to-you local spot. Visit my Instagram for some ideas! Worth noting: Next-to-last weekend on much of the holiday programming […]

Jan 2, 2025 · The Broad Street Market may be expanding. Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams shared with local media on Thursday a proposal to build a new structure in between the market’s stone and brick buildings to house vendors. Currently, the city is in the early stages of restoring the market’s brick building, which suffered significant damage during a […]

Nov 27, 2024 · Harrisburg has proposed a spending plan for the coming year. On Tuesday, Mayor Wanda Williams presented her $87 million general fund budget proposal for 2025, which includes funding infrastructure projects, the Broad Street Market rebuild and regular operational costs. The budget does not include a property tax increase. “As in previous years, this budget is […]

Dec 18, 2024 · Harrisburg has solidified a spending plan for the new year. City Council on Tuesday approved a 2025 general fund budget of $86.9 million, which does not include a property tax increase. The total budget equals $142 million, including a $21.7 million neighborhood services fund budget, among other budget categories. Some of the largest expenditures in […]

Jan 10, 2025 · This week’s news roundup includes lots of great community features on nonprofits, businesses and culture. So, if you’re looking to get to know your community better, look no further. Bridge of Hope Harrisburg Area helps single mothers facing homelessness, our magazine story reported. The program helps participants secure housing …

Nov 8, 2024 · We don’t blame you if you missed out on local news coverage this week, as there may have been national news claiming your attention. Don’t worry, we’ve wrapped the past week up for you, below. Central Pennsylvania Food Bank named Shila Ulrich as its new president, our online story reported. The appointment begins a long-term […]

Nov 20, 2024 · A portion of Harrisburg’s Greenbelt trail will likely be permanently rerouted due to new housing slated for a portion of the city’s riverfront. At a City Council meeting on Tuesday, the Capital Area Greenbelt Association (CAGA) expressed support for the proposed housing development that was up for discussion at council, but shared that it would […]