Wild Things: West Shore Wildlife Center helps heal the divide between human and animal
For Emily Garrigan, it’s all about co-existence between humans and animals in today’s rapidly changing world. Garrigan operates the West… Read More
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A Tale of Two Churches: For a pair of congregations, ecumenism took root during the pandemic
No one can overstate the distress that resulted from the pandemic. But there were bright spots, as well, such as… Read More
Affordable senior housing proposed for historic African American block of Harrisburg
A new affordable housing initiative soon may be coming to Harrisburg. At a community meeting on Monday night, developers shared… Read More
Dinner and a Show: Food Trucks and Fireworks festival returns to Harrisburg for 4th of July
Stuffed pretzels, lobster rolls, cheesesteaks and more. Mayor Eric Papenfuse listed off the many food items the city will have… Read More
Harrisburg couple buys historic Camp Curtin church, weighs residential conversion
A Harrisburg couple has purchased a historic Camp Curtin church, potentially converting it to an apartment building. Chris and Erica… Read More
“Stop the Violence” festival to provide community resources, entertainment
This weekend, Reservoir Park will be filled with music, fashion, entertainment and food, all with the purpose of rallying the… Read More
Going Once, Going Twice, Going Thrice: More of former Mayor Steve Reed’s collectibles may face auction, again
In 2013, our editor wrote about his experience at an auction for the estate of then-Mayor Steve Reed. He watched… Read More
Nice Ride: Fire Museum to give keys to vintage fire truck to one lucky raffle winner
Can you picture it? For just $100, you could be cruisin’ down State Street in your very own fire truck.… Read More
Harrisburg debuts redesigned website focused on easier navigation, better user experience
Do you want to pay your trash bill or property taxes? In need of a parking permit? Harrisburg officials announced… Read More
A Time to Celebrate, Reflect: Juneteenth events kick off in Harrisburg
There are big plans for Harrisburg this weekend as the community gears up to celebrate the holiday that recognizes the… Read More