Harrisburg’s rent, small business relief programs flooded with applications; city begins to distribute money
In November, Harrisburg announced a new rental relief program for residents in response to a national and local rise in… Read More
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Central PA MLK Day group celebrates the day virtually, provides community resources
Typically Martin Luther King Jr. day is full of celebratory events, trash clean-ups and other projects around Harrisburg, but this… Read More
Harrisburg residents brace for possible protests, some fearful for their community
When Kevin Maxson led a Black Lives Matter rally in June at the state Capitol, it was important to him… Read More
PA National Guard to deploy troops to Harrisburg, local, state police prepare
The FBI recently released a memo stating that there were plans for protests in all 50 states this weekend, with… Read More
Harrisburg University sells $100 million in bonds to finance new downtown building
Harrisburg University has completed the sale of $100 million in revenue bonds to finance construction of its 11-story academic building… Read More
Harrisburg mayor requires COVID vaccine for city employees
Harrisburg is taking a shot at decreasing the spread of the coronavirus in the city. Mayor Eric Papenfuse signed an… Read More
Harrisburg, state officials prepare for possible armed protests this weekend
Last week, the nation witnessed protesters, supporters of President Donald Trump, storm the U.S. Capitol building. This week, Harrisburg braces… Read More
Harrisburg area home sales, prices remain strong in December
Harrisburg-area home sales rose considerably last month, capping off a strong year for the local real estate market. For December,… Read More
Historic Jackson Hotel demolished for safety after partial collapse
Dave Kegris, owner of the Jackson House restaurant, was busy flipping burgers and serving customers on Thursday when he heard… Read More
Group “bombs” Harrisburg with free scarves for the winter
Throughout the year, Robin Wheeler and a small group of volunteers gather at Penbrook United Church of Christ to knit,… Read More