Daily News

Annual native plant sale to support Master Watershed Steward Program

July 21, 2026 | by Rosena Campana

Central Pennsylvanians can “plant it forward” this upcoming season. Penn State’s seventh annual Master Watershed Steward Program will hold its… Read More

Across Catholic, Protestant and Jewish congregations, area organist fuels faith through music

July 20, 2026 | by Rosena Campana

One local organist’s love of music is bridging the gap between area religious organizations. Conrad Smith plays the organ for… Read More

The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

July 17, 2026 | by TheBurg Staff

It’s been a long week full of city news. If you missed any of our daily coverage this week, it’s… Read More

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Burg Blog / Opinion

Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

July 16, 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

Bob’s Art Blog: July’s Art Retrospective Sizzles (with a Dash of R76)

July 14, 2026 | by Bob MacGinnes

Happy Bastille Day! Wait—we are in Harrisburg, not France. July: the month usually associated with fireworks, vacations, summer camps and… Read More

Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

July 9, 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

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Culture

Across Catholic, Protestant and Jewish congregations, area organist fuels faith through music

July 20, 2026 | by Rosena Campana

One local organist’s love of music is bridging the gap between area religious organizations. Conrad Smith plays the organ for… Read More

Harrisburg Fringe Fest will bring four-day pop-up art infusion to the city this weekend

July 16, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones

Two weeks after being handed the keys to their first-ever brick-and-mortar location, a volunteer-powered arts group has transformed the space… Read More

Bob’s Art Blog: July’s Art Retrospective Sizzles (with a Dash of R76)

July 14, 2026 | by Bob MacGinnes

Happy Bastille Day! Wait—we are in Harrisburg, not France. July: the month usually associated with fireworks, vacations, summer camps and… Read More

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Around The Burg

Annual native plant sale to support Master Watershed Steward Program

July 21, 2026 | by Rosena Campana

Central Pennsylvanians can “plant it forward” this upcoming season. Penn State’s seventh annual Master Watershed Steward Program will hold its… Read More

Affordable units for sale, commercial space break ground in Allison Hill

July 17, 2026 | by Maddie Gittens

A long empty lot soon will sprout new life as construction on affordable housing and commercial space is set to… Read More

Harrisburg area projects awarded state redevelopment grants

July 16, 2026 | by Maddie Gittens

Several Harrisburg area redevelopment projects are set to receive annual state funding. The commonwealth announced on Thursday a list of… 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

Gov. Shapiro taps new member for ICA board; city officials discuss PILOT program, Broad Street Market rebuild

July 9, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones

Following at least a year with the minimum number of members for a quorum, Harrisburg’s Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority (ICA) welcomed… 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

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

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Sports & Health

Harrisburg to host international ninja-style competitions

July 8, 2026 | by Rosena Campana

Get ready to conquer the course. The Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center will host the Obstacle Sports Expo… Read More

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

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Food

BrewFest is back at Fort Hunter Park this weekend

July 15, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones

Dauphin County BrewFest will return to the Susquehanna River this Saturday. The event, now on its 14th year, will feature… Read More

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

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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

A Capital City for All Ages: Why Harrisburg Should Become Pennsylvania’s Livable, Age-Friendly Demonstration City

July 8, 2026 | by Jessie Pierce and Kevin Hancock, PhD

Like all capital cities, Harrisburg has always carried more symbolic weight than its size might suggest. Decisions made in Harrisburg… Read More

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

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Happenings

Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

July 16, 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

Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

July 9, 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

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

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Community Announcements

Looking to Save Money on Your Next Trip? These Are 5 Ways to Find Cheap Camping Spots for Families

July 17, 2026 | by Admin

Camping offers families a wonderful way to connect with nature and create lasting memories together. Whether you prefer pitching a… Read More

Why Central PA Homeowners Are Adding Sunrooms Right Now

July 16, 2026 | by Admin

Central Pennsylvania winters have a way of making cozy homes feel dim and small. If you’ve caught yourself daydreaming about… Read More

Dauphin County approves 100+ tourism grants in effort to boost area visitors

July 15, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones

Dauphin County commissioners approved more than 100 annual grants on Wednesday for initiatives designed to support tourism. This year, they… Read More

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