July Publisher’s Note
From time to time, we at TheBurg fall butt-backwards into controversy. In other words, we publish something intended to be… Read More
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Monthly Archives: March 2021
July News Digest
Apartment Building Breaks Ground The “Savoy 48,” an apartment building planned for Midtown Harrisburg, ceremonially broke ground last month. Harrisburg-based… Read More
The Simple Life: Marysville couple creates, embraces an off-the-grid lifestyle
Living simple means freedom, according to Ben Masters. He and his wife Katie Haunstein live in a 600-square-foot, off-the-grid home… Read More
Safe & Sounds: It’s all good moos at Lancaster Farm Sanctuary
The green pastures of Lancaster County have some thorny terrain when it comes to rural legends of puppy mills and… Read More
Furplus Inventory: Shelters, rescues struggle in a post-pandemic world
Jennifer Grove insisted that her new cat wouldn’t be kitten-age, but an animal rescuer talked her into meeting 6-month-old Cheddar… Read More
Positive Aura: New west shore restaurant takes your taste buds to the sunny Mediterranean
A healthy aura is said to signify a sound body, mind and spirit. That’s what Brian Fertenbaugh and his wife… Read More
Cat’s in the Bag: Kitty Town Coffee is all about a good roast—and a good cause
At first glance, coffee and cats may not seem to have a lot in common. But Zanetta Kok has identified… Read More
Closing Gaps: Addressing health equity benefits all of us
“Health equity” is a term you are likely to hear often in discussions around fostering healthier communities. But what does… Read More
The Pet Pamperer: New shop brings grooming services to downtown Harrisburg
Harrisburg pet owners shouldn’t be afraid of the “ruff” summer heat this year. A fresh haircut is just a walk… Read More
Kitty Fix: Trap Neuter Release programs depend on dedicated volunteers—and funders
Nearly every day for the last nine years, Christine Arnold, the founder and managing director of The Nobody’s Cats Foundation,… Read More