Camp Curtin YMCA officials and new homeowners of four affordable homes in Uptown Harrisburg cut the ribbon on the organization’s housing development project.
July is here and that means two things at TheBurg—our new issue of the magazine just came out and it’s July 4th weekend! Grab a copy or read online while you enjoy the holiday weekend. To catch up on our local news coverage from the week, look no further. It’s all linked, below.
Camp Curtin YMCA officials cut the ribbon on four affordable homes that the organization built in Uptown, our online story reported. Four first-time homeowners and their families will move in this week.
In Camp Hill, an Allstate Insurance agency houses a charming surprise on its first floor: an art gallery, our magazine story reported. The Gallo’ry on Market, owned by Heather Ebersole, showcases local artists’ work.
The Content Creator’s Collective opened recently in downtown Mechanicsburg, offering space for entrepreneurs to create content for their marketing needs, our online story reported. Photographer Shannon Claire opened the business on the first floor of 1 E. Main St., formerly the home of Glitz Soap Co.
Fourth of July celebrations will return to the riverfront in Harrisburg this Tuesday, our online story reported. The city will host its annual Food Trucks and Fireworks Festival on N. Front Street.
Gettysburg’s new “Beyond the Battle Museum” allows visitors to see, hear and feel what civilians experienced during the Battle of Gettysburg in July 1863. In our magazine story, read more about the history center, which contains artifacts and interactive exhibits.
Harrisburg City Council made some changes to Mayor Wanda Williams’ proposed plan to use federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, our reporting found. Council voted to allocate additional money towards assisting seniors, supporting job training and funding emergency housing.
The Harrisburg Police Bureau recently welcomed four new officers to its ranks, our reporting found. The bureau held a ceremony at the State Museum of Pennsylvania to officially swear in the cadets, as well as to promote several other officers.
Harrisburg School District Receiver Dr. Lori Suski approved the demolition of the long-vacant, blighted William Penn School building, our online story reported. According to district officials, the building has faced increasing issues with damage, fires and break-ins.
Havre de Grace is the perfect day trip from Harrisburg, with a less than two-hour drive from the city. In our magazine story, find out what museums, shops and dining the quaint town has to offer.
July is our pet-themed issue of the magazine, and our publisher previews the host of stories featuring furry friends. Read his publisher’s note, here.
Millworks featured artists were the focus of blogger Bob’s latest column. He discusses works by creatives P.D. Murray, Reina “R76” Wooden, and The Huckle Buckle Boys—an explosive trio.
Nour is a café that celebrates diversity and creates a space for all, specifically people with disabilities, our magazine story reported. The shop serves baked goods, lunches and an assortment of coffee and tea beverages.
Sara Bozich has a list full of fun events for your holiday weekend. Find them all, here.
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