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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

Lovedraft’s District Manager Joshua Stambaugh (left) and owner Justin Browning at their soon-to-open Broad Street Market stand.

We would like to wish all of our readers a Merry Christmas! Around this time of the year, we are especially thankful for your support. Our weekly gift to you—all of our recent news coverage is listed and linked, below. Curl up by the tree and catch up on stories from the Harrisburg area.

The Central PA MLK Day of Service is one month away, and organizers recently announced details of the event, our online story reported. Officials encouraged volunteers to sign up for the many service opportunities around the region to honor the holiday.

Harrisburg native Ricky Watters retired from the NFL over 20 years ago, but he hasn’t slowed down. In our magazine story, read about where Watters is now and the nonprofit work he is passionate about.

Lovedraft’s Express is set to open in Harrisburg’s Broad Street Market in the new year with burgers and brews, our online story reported. The stand will be the fourth location for the local alternative brewing business.

The Omni Bedford Springs Resort has historically been an escape for the Harrisburg elite during the summer. Our writer visited and shares her experience, as well as the history of the resort, here.

Pastor Thomas Sweet retired from leading Harrisburg’s Market Square Presbyterian Church after a decade of service, our magazine story reported. Sweet left behind a legacy of inclusivity and care for those less fortunate.

Presence Luxury Boutique in Camp Hill offers a variety of fine apparel, including clothing, shoes, accessories and gifts. In our magazine story, read about owner Ashley Sheely’s passion for fashion.

Rosemary uses a recipe shared with her by a reader for her cooking column this month. Find out how to make peppers with anchovies & black olives, a perfect dish for the Christmas buffet, here.

Sara Bozich has a list of weekend activities just in time for the holiday. Find them, here.

Warming shelters will open for the weekend in Harrisburg as temperatures are expected to drop, our online story reported. Local organizations announced additional resources for those in need during the holiday.

Whiskers Brewing became the first brewery in Newville since the Prohibition era, our magazine story reported. Before opening, the brewery faced a major setback when a fire engulfed their building. Find out how they made it to opening day, here.

 

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