Harristown wraps up 3 downtown apartment projects, begins leasing process
Harristown Enterprises has largely completed the renovation of three downtown buildings, bringing more than 80 new apartments onto Harrisburg’s housing… Read More
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Son Run: Mechanicsburg dad runs 200-plus miles to increase pace of pediatric cancer research.
It’s not every day that your teenager texts you uplifting messages like, “I’m extremely proud of you,” and “You’re a… Read More
I Got a Guy: Michael Parr can turn the fashion-challenged into fashion plates.
Michael Parr has always loved clothes. “When I graduated from WVU, I went directly into sales and marketing,” he said.… Read More
Sit Awhile: Front Porch Project aims to restore entries, build community in Uptown Harrisburg
Some are small, consisting of just a few steps and a front door. Others are more grand, with a swing… Read More
When a Truck Becomes a Home: One church takes homeless ministry on the road–to the local truck stop.
Ben* became homeless when his Carlisle landlord kicked the family out of their rental home. As a result, the family… Read More
Beat Box: As an Allison Hill substation sets to open, the city and community anticipate greater police presence, engagement in the neighborhood.
Many of Gloria Merrick’s clients at the Latino Hispanic American Community Center (LHACC) are walkers. They come to and from… Read More
SyStem Update: Whitaker Center adds more attractions for educational fun.
Ask a kid in the Harrisburg area about Whitaker Center and, nine times out of 10, they’ve been there on… Read More
A Blue Christmas: Providing “comfort and joy” to seniors during the holidays.
The holidays are upon us and likely filled with traditions that include family and friends. Although the season evokes nostalgia… Read More
Musical Milestone: Homeland Hospice marks 10 years of serving the community.
It’s something that Mark Twain once said was as certain as taxes. Others have described it as entering another room,… Read More
Sharp Dressed Man: Step out in style with Michael Boyd.
When’s the last time you heard someone described as a fashion plate, dressed to the nines, or looking like they… Read More