Fire in downtown Harrisburg’s Crowne Plaza causes minimal damage, no injuries
A hotel fire sent plumes of white smoke above downtown Harrisburg at midday on Monday, blocking off streets for several… Read More
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Around The Burg
Downtown News: Whitaker Center partially reopens; Strawberry Square to be new COVID test site
Downtown Harrisburg was the scene of two notable announcements on Friday: a partial reopening of Whitaker Center and, across the… Read More
Papenfuse announces re-election bid, sets priorities as he seeks third term as Harrisburg mayor
Four years ago, incumbent Harrisburg Mayor Eric Papenfuse stated that he planned to serve just one more term in office.… Read More
Reaching the underserved, Hamilton Health vaccinates 1,000 seniors this week
Lorraine Calien was hesitant to get the COVID-19 vaccine at first. Even as a board member of Hamilton Health Center,… Read More
Nearly 30 painted planter boxes coming to Allison Hill, local artists encouraged to take part
As spring rounds the corner and more people are ready to get outside, Sprocket Mural Works wants to bring more… Read More
Harrisburg City Council approves former Methodist Church transformation, six-story downtown apartment building
A few Harrisburg developers have cleared the final hurdle to begin their projects. At a Tuesday night legislative session, City… Read More
Dauphin County to release rent relief money, could relieve large amount of tenant debt
Harrisburg-area residents struggling financially now have another way to avoid eviction during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dauphin County is expected to… Read More
Five Black-owned businesses receive free yearlong legal services from local firm
To McNees Wallace and Nurick LLC, a Harrisburg-based law firm, representation matters—especially legal representation. They’ve recently awarded five local Black-owned… Read More
A cool event for your weekend, “Ice in the Burg” festival coming to Harrisburg
Ice, ice, baby is coming to the Burg this weekend. The city will showcase 55 carved ice sculptures at locations… Read More
Harrisburg Council President Wanda Williams announces run for mayor, joins crowded field
City Council President Wanda Williams has entered a large field of candidates running for mayor of Harrisburg. She affirmed on… Read More