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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

Architectural rendering of the Savoy, a proposed apartment building in Harrisburg (credit: Warehaus)

In case you missed any of this week’s news stories from the Harrisburg area while filling up on milkshakes and petting cows at the PA Farm Show, we’ve got you covered. Find all of our stories, listed and linked, below.

An apartment project took a step closer towards starting in Harrisburg after receiving planning commission approval, our online story reported. Developer Vice Capital has proposed a 48-unit apartment building on the 1500-block of N. 6th Street.

Ann Zaprazny, a certified mental performance coach, is the founder of Great Sports Minds of Hershey. In our magazine story, learn about how she helps athletes get the most out of their talents, as well as their competitive experiences.

Bob’s Art Blog features artists and makers showcased at New Cumberland’s holiday market in November. He also previews upcoming events in the local art world.

TheBurg Podcast came out this week and features interviews with scientists and storytellers. Click here to listen to our January episode.

Greg Czarnecki is the only person dedicating his entire focus to climate change at a Pennsylvania state agency, our magazine story reported. Recently, he has set his focus on educating the next generation of climate change agents.

Harrisburg announced that it plans to close the homeless encampment under the Mulberry Street Bridge, our online story reported. According to officials, health and safety concerns influenced their decision.

Home sales fell last month, but prices continue to rise in the Harrisburg area, our online story reported. To find sale data for Dauphin, Cumberland and Perry counties, click here.

Homicides increased in Harrisburg last year, setting a record for the past many years, our reporting found. In our story, read about families impacted by the violence and about how the city plans to address it.

Mayor Wanda Williams and local nonprofit leaders addressed plans to assist people being displaced by the closure of the Mulberry Street Bridge encampment, our online story reported. Officials explained that they will relocate people to a new area of the city and provide other services.

Pasta is on the menu this January, as our food writer shares a comforting winter recipe. In her column, learn how to make “Farfalle Della Bisnonna” or “Bowties with Cabbage and Meat Sauce.”

Sara Bozich has a full list of activities for an eventful weekend around Harrisburg, here.

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