Daily News

The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

July 2, 2026 | by TheBurg Staff

Happy Fourth of July! We’re off tomorrow for observed Independence Day, so we’re publishing our wrap up today. We hope… Read More

Arts nonprofit to open space for shows, gatherings in downtown Harrisburg ahead of Fringe Festival

July 2, 2026 | by Maddie Gittens

The arts will have a new home base in Harrisburg. 717 Arts Inc. and Harristown announced on Thursday the opening… Read More

Susquehanna Art Museum creates community space with Helen’s Courtyard

July 1, 2026 | by Rosena Campana

A new gathering space will provide room for artsy events. The Susquehanna Art Museum unveiled a portion of Helen’s Courtyard… Read More

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Burg Blog / Opinion

Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

July 2, 2026 | by Sara Bozich

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA! What you’ll find below… Read More

Easter Eggs: Can you spot all the good stuff happening in Harrisburg?

June 29, 2026 | by Maddie Gittens

Looking from my desk out TheBurg’s office window, I have a straight vantage point to the front of a commercial… Read More

Neighborly Advice: Want to make a difference in your community? Join a neighborhood group

June 29, 2026 | by Lawrance Binda

In early May, I gave a short presentation to Strong Towns Harrisburg, the local affiliate of the national urbanist group.… Read More

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Culture

Arts nonprofit to open space for shows, gatherings in downtown Harrisburg ahead of Fringe Festival

July 2, 2026 | by Maddie Gittens

The arts will have a new home base in Harrisburg. 717 Arts Inc. and Harristown announced on Thursday the opening… Read More

Susquehanna Art Museum creates community space with Helen’s Courtyard

July 1, 2026 | by Rosena Campana

A new gathering space will provide room for artsy events. The Susquehanna Art Museum unveiled a portion of Helen’s Courtyard… Read More

Little Theatre, Big Success: Mechanicsburg’s local theatre celebrated its 75th season this year—and it’s ready for more to come

June 29, 2026 | by Rosena Campana

There are no bad seats at the Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg. Located in a former 1863 one-room schoolhouse, the venue… Read More

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Around The Burg

Arts nonprofit to open space for shows, gatherings in downtown Harrisburg ahead of Fringe Festival

July 2, 2026 | by Maddie Gittens

The arts will have a new home base in Harrisburg. 717 Arts Inc. and Harristown announced on Thursday the opening… Read More

Susquehanna Art Museum creates community space with Helen’s Courtyard

July 1, 2026 | by Rosena Campana

A new gathering space will provide room for artsy events. The Susquehanna Art Museum unveiled a portion of Helen’s Courtyard… Read More

Scooping Up Smiles: Local ice cream business is selected for PETA’s “Nice Cream Trail”

July 1, 2026 | by Rosena Campana

A new ice cream trail, with a local stop, will be the cherry on top of summer for sweet-toothed vegans.… Read More

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Family Time

Peeper, Meet Baby Cakes: Introducing a second cat takes time, technique

June 29, 2026 | by Susan Ryder

“What are we going to do with this cat?” I thought. The cat in question was a dainty, little tiger-striped… Read More

Adventure Together: Learn all about moths and butterflies this month with hands-on activities and gardening

June 29, 2026 | by Natalie diSanto

While camping a few weekends ago, a tiny white moth crawled across our picnic table. It was a small action… Read More

New Kind of Play: The Harrisburg area has many one-of-a-kind playgrounds, perfect to get the wiggles out

June 29, 2026 | by Gina Napoli

When I was a younger mom, my boys would play anywhere. It was all about action, speed, who could slide… Read More

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Business

Scooping Up Smiles: Local ice cream business is selected for PETA’s “Nice Cream Trail”

July 1, 2026 | by Rosena Campana

A new ice cream trail, with a local stop, will be the cherry on top of summer for sweet-toothed vegans.… Read More

Downtown revitalization public workshops wrap; business owner focus group planned for next month

June 26, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones

The PA Downtown Center held its last day of public workshops for Harrisburg’s downtown revitalization plan Thursday, wrapping up a… Read More

Apothecary-themed bar with weekend tea service to open downtown this weekend

June 25, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones

Have an itch for something a bit different in downtown Harrisburg? Then good news: Madame Rochéle’s Apothecary, a new cocktail… Read More

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Sports & Health

Harrisburg soccer club to travel to China for international competition

June 29, 2026 | by Rosena Campana

The next goal for a local soccer club will take the team across the globe. Journey FC, a recently established… Read More

Wheel Keep Spinning: Recycle Bicycle pedals forward, without its founder, on firm footing

June 29, 2026 | by Maddie Gittens

On a warm Monday afternoon, 10-year-old Esteven zipped around the parking lot of Recycle Bicycle on his new green and… Read More

Lifts & Licks: French bulldogs mix pets with reps at local fitness center

June 29, 2026 | by Colin McGuire

Like most college seniors, Noah Parsons didn’t have a lot of money. Still, he scraped together enough to do something… Read More

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Food

Flowery Fare: Zucchini blossoms make for a tasty summertime dish

June 29, 2026 | by Rosemary Ruggieri Baer

One of my favorite downtown Harrisburg summer dining memories is sitting outside Rubicon/Mangia Qui on North Street. We were there… Read More

Farm Show milkshake pop-ups to take place across PA for “Dairy Month”

May 29, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones

Get ready for an udderly delicious month. In celebration of June Dairy Month, the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association announced Friday that… Read More

Halal restaurant coming to downtown Harrisburg, slated to open next month

May 26, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones

Harrisburg soon will welcome a new Halal restaurant downtown. Crispy Halal, located at 209 N. 2nd St., will open as… Read More

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Special Sections

Kibble Assist: Groups, individuals make sure Fido gets fed

June 29, 2026 | by M. Diane McCormick

On a visit to Harrisburg Area Food Pantry, Wally Nieves of Steelton selected meat, bananas and a bag of dog… Read More

Lifts & Licks: French bulldogs mix pets with reps at local fitness center

June 29, 2026 | by Colin McGuire

Like most college seniors, Noah Parsons didn’t have a lot of money. Still, he scraped together enough to do something… Read More

Cat Comfort: Mechanicsburg Community Cats offers support, services for area strays

June 29, 2026 | by Ashley Andyshak Hayes

Marcy Domen is an animal lover. She had cats as a child growing up in central Pennsylvania, and says they… Read More

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Community Comment

Community Comment: Two Months of Pride in Central PA

July 1, 2026 | by Dr. Eric Selvey

International LGBTQ+ Pride Month may be over, but Harrisburg is still celebrating! For 34 years, the Pride Festival of Central… Read More

Community Comment: Neighboring for Change

June 29, 2026 | by Chad Frey

There is a wise saying that “it takes a village.” If you haven’t heard this one before, the gist is… Read More

Community Comment: Something Is Changing in Harrisburg—and It’s Happening in the Spaces Between

May 11, 2026 | by The Rimes Family

If you’ve spent any time in Harrisburg lately, you may have noticed it. People are lingering a little longer. Working… Read More

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Happenings

Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

July 2, 2026 | by Sara Bozich

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA! What you’ll find below… Read More

Passing of History: Salutes to the family, the flag mark July 4 weekend in Linglestown

June 29, 2026 | by Phyllis Zimmerman

For Michelle Zandome, the Independence Weekend Family Celebration is all about “Americanism and children and youth.” Zandome, a Linglestown American… Read More

Happenings: Our July calendar of events

June 29, 2026 | by Missy Smith

Museums & Art Spaces AACA Museum 161 Museum Dr., Hershey 717-566-7100; aacamuseum.org “Imperial: Chrysler’s Handcrafted Masterpiece,” through Oct. 18 “American… Read More

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Community Announcements

What to Expect When You’re Expecting a New Roof: Pet Edition

July 2, 2026 | by Admin

If you share your home with a dog, a cat, or anything in between, the thought of a roof replacement… Read More

Grammy Winners, Storied Bands, and Fraggle Rock: Whitaker Center Announces Diverse Fall Performance Lineup

June 29, 2026 | by Admin

From Grammy Award-winning musicians and legendary rock tributes to beloved family entertainment and cult-classic film experiences, Whitaker Center is bringing… Read More

Pennsylvania Leads Charge in Record-Setting Q1 for Online Casinos

June 24, 2026 | by Admin

America’s online casino revenue reached a record high in the first quarter of 2026. Pennsylvania was at the forefront. First,… Read More

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