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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

A rendering for a proposed new building on Market Street in Harrisburg

A sleepy summer quickly transitioned to a busy fall around Harrisburg–news-wise, that it. This past week gave us everything from major construction proposals to Farm Show news to new wrinkles in the battle over the city’s sewer system. If you missed anything, you can read it all right here.

3rd Street corridor project marches on in Harrisburg, as construction wraps up in the heart of Midtown. Click here to read about the timeline and when streets may be closed.

Capital Region Water extended the comment period by almost a month over its proposed stormwater fee. Also, CRW will give a presentation to City Council next month on the proposal. Find out the details here.

Environmental Integrity Project responded to a letter to the editor in TheBurg by Capital Region Water. Read CRW’s original letter then check out the Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit’s response.

Harrisburg announced it will interview four companies that have expressed interest in buying the city’s water/sewer system. This then led to a heated exchange between the mayor and City Council. Learn the latest by reading our stories.

Harristown and Select Capital are teaming up to bring a new office building to downtown Harrisburg. Where and what will it be? Read our story for all the details.

Homeless encampment near the Mulberry Street Bridge must disband by Sunday, and long-time residents are unsure where to go next. Our feature story offers a glimpse into a community that most people didn’t even know was there.

Iconography is an ancient art form, and we have a great example of modern icon art right here in Harrisburg. TheBurg’s fine arts columnist tells us about an exhibit at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Cathedral.

Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority got some surprise news this week, as the chairman stepped down. The ICA, which is tasked with approving a five-year financial plan for Harrisburg, is down to four voting members. Find out what happened.

Next Step Performance is on the move, relocating from its 3rd Street studio to larger space at the 1500 Condominiums. Get all the details by reading our feature story from the September issue.

PA Farm Show announced its theme for the 2020 event this week. With only 100 days to go until the January start, let the countdown begin.

Sara Bozich is ready for another warm weekend in the Harrisburg area. Scan over her long list of events then get out and do something fun.

Seven Bridges Development wants to build mixed-use and higher-density projects in the MarketPlace neighborhood near the Broad Street Market in Harrisburg. First, though, the company is trying to get the area re-zoned. Check out our story to find out what they’re doing and what may be coming.

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