The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg
The first day of fall arrived this week. Enjoy the brisk weather and something pumpkin-flavored while you catch up on… Read More
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Big changes ahead for Forster Street, as city receives grant to narrow road, boost safety
Pedestrian-friendly changes are afoot for Forster Street, as the city today announced that it will receive a federal grant to… Read More
Citing pandemic, Harrisburg bags traditional trick-or-treat, offers alternative plan
Harrisburg neighborhoods may look more like a ghost town come trick-or-treat night in the city. Mayor Eric Papenfuse announced on… Read More
New COVID-19 cases dipped slightly in PA over past week; long-term trend remains intact
New COVID-19 cases declined slightly in PA over the past week, though the long-term trend remained relatively stable. Since last… Read More
Getting Creative: Capital Area School for the Arts expands, adds new classrooms
A week before Capital Area School for the Arts (CASA) was set to welcome students back, construction at the campus… Read More
COVID-19 bonuses coming to Harrisburg essential workers
Essential workers during the COVID-19 pandemic will receive a big “thank you” from Harrisburg in the form of $2,500. On… Read More
COVID delays, but can’t quash, Great Harrisburg Litter Cleanup
With people spending so much time outside to avoid being cooped up at home, Eileen Carson has seen a lot… Read More
Shalom House moves forward with shelter project, hopes to help more women in need
When COVID-19 hit, Shalom House’s emergency shelter had to reduce the number of women and children it served by half.… Read More
More apartments headed for downtown Harrisburg, as developer plans project blitz
Developer Derek Dilks stands to significantly expand his Harrisburg footprint, as the city Zoning Hearing Board has approved his plans… Read More
Harrisburg School District adjusts online class schedule, considers voluntary workouts for athletes
A few weeks into the new academic year, the Harrisburg School District is looking to make changes to its current… Read More