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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

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Our November issue of the magazine hit the stands this week and, so far, our feathered cover model is the star of the show. If you haven’t already, grab a copy and read all of our great small business feature stories this month. But first, catch up on our local news coverage from the week, below.

Capital Region Water CEO Charlotte Katzenmoyer reflects on the past decade of the organization’s infrastructure improvements in Harrisburg. In her community comment, read about the capital projects that CRW has completed in the community.

ChatGPT took over our publisher’s column this month, and what it had to say about Harrisburg was interesting. Find out how AI would write a column about development in the city and about our publisher’s favorite topic, Forster Street, here.

Cordier Auctions announced that a Nov. 11 consignment and estates auction will feature numerous pieces tied to Harrisburg history, our online story reported. The sale will include vintage items, art, antiques and collectibles.

Crow dispersal will begin on Nov. 6 at the state Capitol Complex, our online story reported. The annual program uses methods of discharging exploding shells and whistling devices to deter crows from roosting on the buildings.

Harrisburg officials addressed a weekend shooting that left three children injured, our online story reported. Officials pledged to create an action plan for preventing violence and increase police presence in the area of the shooting, following the incident.

Harrisburg police arrested a suspect in connection with a shooting incident on Sunday that left three children injured, our reporting found.

The Holiday Parade will return to Harrisburg on Nov. 18, featuring music, dance and floats, our online story reported. This year’s parade theme is “Rockin’ Around the Burg.”

Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, hosted locally by Christian Churches United of the Tri-County Area, will shine a light on the need, our online story reported. During the week, the community will have opportunities to volunteer with the organization and donate.

November brings plenty of fall events to the Harrisburg area. Find them all in our Happenings column, with some special selections in our Community Corner section.

Our publisher shares some recent Burg news and staff changes in his November Publisher’s Note. Click here to read it.

Piper Belles Wood Fired Flatbreads opened in the Broad Street Market this week, our online story reported. The vendor offers a variety of pizzas topped with BBQ meats.

Sara Bozich has compiled a list of all the best events happening in the Harrisburg area this weekend. Find her picks, here.

The SoMa Christmas Market will debut on Nov. 25 on S. 3rd Street, featuring a variety of artists, crafts people, food trucks, beverage vendors and entertainment, our online story reported.

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