Grace United Methodist Church on State Street will host one Harrisburg’s three winter overnight shelters.
Our December issue of the magazine came out this week! Grab a copy and find tons of holiday stories behind our cheery cover art. But first, find all of this week’s news, below.
Apricot Lane Boutique owner Jillian Tompkins strives to offer clothing items for every woman who visits the store, our magazine story reported. The boutique opened this summer in Camp Hill.
Dauphin County announced its 2023 proposed budget, which was significantly lower than last year’s budget, our online story reported. The $221.6 million general fund budget doesn’t include a property tax increase.
Dauphin County Library System announced that it will eliminate late fees in an effort to make reading more accessible, our online story reported. The system joins libraries nationwide that are going fine-free.
December events are just getting started in Harrisburg. Find a full list of holiday-themed activities in our Happenings column, and even more in our Community Corner.
Governor-elect Josh Shapiro will make his way to Harrisburg in January and our editor welcomes him. In his column, he shares hopes for a renewed relationship between the state and city.
Harrisburg made the list of “most neighborly cities in America,” and our editor agrees that it’s a pretty friendly place to live. Read what he has to say about “neighborliness” in his editor’s note.
Harrisburg’s Narçisse Theatre Company announced that it soon will have a home of its own, after years of performing in local venues, our reporting found. The theater will be located at 312 Chestnut St. downtown.
Jawns on Fire recently opened in Lingelstown selling sneakers, streetwear and more, our magazine story reported. The shop offers an inclusive environment for old and new sneakerheads.
Santa Claus is coming to Harrisburg this month, our online story reported. The city will hold its annual “Santa In The Park” event in the Reservoir Park Mansion on Dec. 10.
Sara Bozich has lots of activities to get you in the holiday spirit this weekend. Find them all, here.
Utility bills are set to rise for Harrisburg customers in 2023, our reporting found. This week, Capital Region Water passed its budget with new rates for next year.
Winter overnight shelters opened this week in Harrisburg offering a warm place to stay for unhoused residents, our reporting found. Downtown Daily Bread and Christian Churches United of the Tri-County Area will operate the three shelters through the end of March.
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