M&T Bank and Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship at Harrisburg University officials announced the Capital Region Multicultural Small Business Lab at a press conference in Strawberry Square.
We wish all of our readers a happy Easter! Whatever your plans are for the weekend, if you haven’t yet snagged a copy of our April magazine, hop like a bunny to one of our distribution locations. And while you may be on the hunt for eggs, no need to search for this week’s local news; it’s all listed below.
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding will be up for discussion this month at several town hall meetings hosted by Harrisburg City Council, our reporting found. At the meetings, residents can comment on the proposed use of funds to construct a spray park and support affordable housing, among other projects.
B.J Werzyn, founder of West Shore Home, has always wanted to create a national name for his business, our magazine story reported. The home remodeling company is on its way to reaching that goal as it has expanded across the country.
For Child Abuse Prevention Month, Harrisburg, county and state officials discussed the issue and highlighted ways they are working to protect children, our online story reported. Officials shared new initiatives to prevent abuse and how to report illegal behavior.
Concerts have kicked off in Harrisburg for the month of April. In our column, find out who’s coming to the area. There’s a little something for everyone to enjoy.
HACC adopted its 2023-24 budget, our online story reported. The $116 million budget includes a tuition increase, but no layoffs or furloughs.
Harrisburg University announced that its new downtown building will be called the UPMC Health Sciences Tower at Harrisburg University, signaling a new partnership with the healthcare organization, our reporting found. HU expects a fall 2023 debut for the center, following a three-year construction process.
Hettie Simmons Love was the first African American to earn an MBA from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, our magazine story reported. Since then, the 100-year-old Harrisburg resident has been an activist and volunteer in her community, contributing her talents to her church, her service sorority and education.
Kitchens have become the focus of innovative design recently, says Excel Remodeling President Jim Mirando. In his column, he shares tips for planning and executing a renovation in your kitchen.
M&T Bank launched its Capital Region Multicultural Small Business Lab, a program designed to guide and support new multicultural businesses, our online story reported. The application process is now open for the program, which will begin in May.
Parks in Harrisburg are set to receive upgrades as the city was awarded a $13 million state grant, our online story reported. The city is asking residents to complete a survey to comment on what equipment, activities and themes they would like to see.
Our publisher reflects on how history has impacted two cities in central PA—Harrisburg and Lancaster. Why are two neighboring cities so different? Read our column to find out.
Sara Bozich has several festive ways to spend the Easter weekend, in her Weekend Roundup.
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