A past “Family Fishing Day” at Italian Lake
The October issue of our magazine came out this week! We hope you love our spooky cover and fall-themed stories as much as we do. Grab a copy and then catch up on this week’s local news, below.
The Ecumenical Food Pantry has served more than 1.2 million people in the Harrisburg region, our magazine story reported. The outreach recently celebrated its 50th anniversary of combating food insecurity in the community.
Our editor talks about all that TheBurg offers in addition to the magazine, including our online news, podcast and 3rd in the Burg, in his October Editor’s Note.
Family Fishing Day at Italian Lake will offer residents a chance to try their hand at a new sport, our online story reported. A course will teach participants the basics of fishing and provide the supplies to cast a line.
Firefighters from Harrisburg’s Bureau of Fire are stationed in Charleston, S.C., to assist during Hurricane Ian, our online story reported. The firefighters, members of the Pennsylvania Task Force 1, will help with search and rescue efforts.
Harrisburg City Council presented its “Unsung Hero” awards to local community activists and volunteers, our reporting found. Four city residents were recognized at a council meeting on Tuesday.
The Harrisburg School District is moving closer toward reopening the long-vacant Steele Elementary School, our online story reported. At a school board meeting, Receiver Dr. Lori Suski approved a $21.6 million plan for its renovation.
Harrisburg High School-John Harris Campus will receive increased police presence after a fight involving a large group of students took place earlier this week, our online story reported. Officers will conduct wellness checks and help train security officers on responding to situations like these.
M. Camille Erice, a community activist, dancer and founder of Dazante passed away. In our online story, read more about her life and how to honor her memory.
Phil Guarneschelli, the former president of UPMC of Central Pa., retired in September as Lou Baverso assumes the reins. In our magazine story, we share a Q&A with Guarneschelli, who reflects back on his long career in healthcare.
Sara Bozich has a full lineup of fall fun activities for you weekend. Find the festivities happening in and around Harrisburg, here.
Strawberry Square’s Chockablock Clock will move to Shippensburg University in October, our online story reported. Harristown Enterprises will replace the over 30-year-old clock with a new stage and office space.
The “Thin Blue Line” football game will take place on Oct. 7 to honor first responders who were killed in the line of duty, our online story reported. Bishop McDevitt High School, playing on its home field, will face Hershey High School.
Urban Churn, a Harrisburg-based creamery, announced that it will open a third scoop shop in Carlisle, our online story reported. Customers can also now purchase the company’s ice cream in select local grocery stores.
The West Shore Theatre in New Cumberland recently reopened after an extensive renovation and modernization project. In our magazine story, read about what the historic theater now offers to the community through its updated programming.
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