A city worker removes snow from N. 3rd Street in Harrisburg.
Hope you’re all staying warm in our cold, snow-capped city this week. If you make it out and about, be sure to pick up TheBurg’s new February issue, which honors Black History Month, at one of our distribution stands. What’s more, catch up on all our latest news coverage below:
Dauphin County announced Tuesday that it is drafting a 10-year comprehensive plan that will guide land use planning, asking for resident input. Learn more here.
Dauphin County is entering a 20-year intergovernmental cooperation agreement with several neighboring counties for a new Multi-County Regional Youth Detention Center agency, our online story reports.
Harrisburg is looking for a new principal for John Harris, its main high school. Our online story reports that the district is searching for a candidate who can commit to being in the post for at least three years.
Harrisburg gave residents until Tuesday morning to remove cars from parking garages offered for free during Sunday’s snowstorm, our online story reported. What’s more, Park Harrisburg and SP Plus held off ticketing cars on the street until Thursday.
Harrisburg School District received praise from an independent auditor Tuesday at a board meeting who reviewed its financials from 2024-2025. He said the district had a “good start” for its first year back in board control, our online story reports.
HBGVIBE is a new app that uses AI to create itineraries and make recommendations locally for people looking for things to do around the city. Read more in our online story.
Historic Harrisburg announced its top five preservation priorities for 2026, putting the Broad Street Market at the top of its list. Check out the other historical structures identified in our online story.
Matthew Robinson, a late, beloved member of St. Patrick’s Cathedral who passed away suddenly in September, will be honored at a memorial concert next month at the downtown church. Read more about the event in our online story.
Mechanicsburg’s Tower Hill neighborhood boasts a new short-term stay destination, thanks to a local couple. Find the full story here.
Our editor honors late community member Lenwood Sloan in his February issue publisher’s note, as seen in our February magazine.
Our Adventure Together columnist recommends starting the year off right with positivity jars. Read more in our January magazine story.
Our arts blogger recommends upcoming arts events in the area. Read more here.
Penn State professor emeritus John Dattilo provided tips on how to combat loneliness, as seen in our January issue.
Sara Bozich has compiled the best events of the weekend in her Weekend Roundup, including a Plant Palooza at Ashcombe Farm & Greenhouses and Sunday Night Trivia at McGrath’s Pub. Check out the full list.
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