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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

Sauce Boss opened recently on N. 6th Street in Harrisburg. Pictured (from left): Owners Natalie Tolomeo, Sheri Tolomeo and Kristopher Davis.

Tonight is 3rd in the Burg, which makes it the perfect time to explore the city and try something new. Before you venture out, catch up on our local news coverage from this week, below.

Adam Sturges, a Harrisburg restaurateur, recently opened his third business in the city. In our magazine story, he reflects on his business growth over the years and discusses his newest venture.

The COVID-19 public health emergency has officially ended and so much about healthcare has changed since it was first instated. In our magazine article, find out what you need to know about healthcare, from out-of-pocket costs to COVID testing, now that the emergency has ended.

Harrisburg Bridge Club is not just a place to play a card game, but a place for members to form friendships, our magazine story reported. This month, the club, located in Camp Hill, is celebrating its 75th anniversary.

Hot Spot Saturdays will return to Harrisburg for the summer and fall, using local volunteers to clean up illegal dumping, our online story reported. The cleanups, hosted by City Council member Ralph Rodriguez, will take place monthly in neighborhoods across the city.

Moviate Film Festival returns to Harrisburg this weekend, featuring underground and indie movies and appearances by filmmakers, our online story reported. The event will take place at Midtown Cinema from May 19 to 21.

Playgowns provides age-appropriate and comfortable gowns for children in area hospitals. In our magazine story, read about what inspires founder Pete Hayden, who has now created over 500 custom gowns.

Primary election results showed that candidates Danielle Bowers, Crystal Davis and Lamont Jones all won seats on Harrisburg City Council. Find the results of several other city and county races, here.

Our publisher admitted that he was disappointed by this year’s municipal primary election, as most races were uncontested. In his column, he explained why the field may have been so sparse.

Sara Bozich has a great list of events and ways to fill your weekend. Find out what’s happening in the Harrisburg area, here.

Sassy Gourmet Kitchen at the S. Wilson Pollock Center for Industrial Training (CIT) in Mechanicsburg employs and trains people with disabilities for competitive work, our magazine story reported. The kitchen provides lunch for CIT employees and catering services to the community.

Sauce Boss recently opened at 910 N. 6th St. in Harrisburg, our online story reported. The family-run restaurant offers New York-style pizza, wings and subs.

 

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