The Last Ward: In a few years, the Harrisburg State Hospital site will be radically transformed
John Pufnak got a call from city police. He was fire marshal for Harrisburg State Hospital, so somebody wanted him… Read More
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Big Lift: Big Brothers Big Sisters expands, addresses growing need
Every two weeks or so, Ariana, an 11-year-old from Mechanicsburg, eagerly awaits a fun-filled visit with Jamie, her Big Sister… Read More
Council refuses to confirm Harrisburg chief of staff, citing employment history, “hostility”
City Council has attempted to fire Harrisburg’s chief of staff At a legislative meeting on Tuesday night, council voted 4-3… Read More
Newly renovated apartments soon available in downtown Harrisburg
Several new apartments are set to debut in downtown Harrisburg following a year-long renovation. Next week, Harristown Enterprises will cut… Read More
Slate of Harrisburg entrepreneurs, community organizers announce run for City Council
Three local professionals have entered this year’s race for Harrisburg City Council. Elyse Irvis, Andrea Grove and Basir Vincent announced… Read More
Home sales, prices higher last month in Harrisburg area, says report
Harrisburg-area home sales and prices both rose in January, according to the latest report on previously owned houses. For the… Read More
Strawberry Square Music Series to host free concerts downtown throughout the year
It’s a dance party in the Square. Harrisburg’s Strawberry Square recently announced the launch of its music series, which will… Read More
Planning Commission recommends approval of tiny home development for unhoused
A tiny home development for homeless community members can move forward in the city approval process, after gaining planning commission… Read More
PennDOT closes pedestrian walkway, lane near Farm Show Complex due to deterioration
The pedestrian underpass on Cameron Street near the PA Farm Show Complex has closed until further notice, PennDOT shared on… Read More
Ice sculptures, fire dancers planned for Harrisburg festival next month
It’s Harrisburg—on ice. The annual Ice and Fire Festival will feature frozen works of art throughout the city on Saturday,… Read More