The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg
Happy Thanksgiving! As always, we’re thankful to our readers, our Community Publishers and each and every Friend of TheBurg for… Read More
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Monthly Archives: March 2021
Harrisburg water/sewer rates set to rise about 6% in 2026
Harrisburg water and sewer customers will pay about 6.3% more for service in 2026, according to new rates set by… Read More
Accessory boutique to reopen in downtown Harrisburg
A familiar business will soon return to Strawberry Square. AMMA JO, an accessories showroom, will hold a grand opening in… Read More
Harrisburg School District to hire outside firm for payroll; approves extension for group’s use of Hill Farm
At a meeting Tuesday night, Harrisburg School Board members moved to eliminate the district’s payroll coordinator position and begin running… Read More
Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich
Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA! What you’ll find… Read More
Harrisburg proposes 2026 budget with no tax hike; council approves two housing developments
Harrisburg began its annual budget review process with City Council on Tuesday. Mayor Wanda Williams announced the city’s proposed 2026… Read More
It Happened on Herr: Harrisburg abstract artist returns home for a major exhibit at SAM.
These days, Bronx-based artist Alteronce Gumby spends most of his time in a New York City studio creating abstract, cosmic… Read More
Vision & Values: New directors take the helm at three of Harrisburg’s longest serving homelessness providers
George Chochos has never liked the term “at-risk youth.” He prefers “youth with potential.” That’s a phrase that could have… Read More
December Publisher’s Note
At the end of the year, our schedule gets tossed into the air. While everyone decorates and parties, TheBurg staff… Read More
Lack of Capitol: In Harrisburg, an absent state workforce shatters small business dreams
When I first moved to Harrisburg, Aleco’s was my go-to spot for a quick, cheap meal. At the time, the… Read More