The William Penn Social Association presented the Broad Street Market with a large donation this week.
It has been another full news week in Harrisburg, and we’ve got the scoop for you. If you missed any of our coverage, find it all below.
Broad Street Market Executive Director Tanis Monroy said that he would resign at the end of February, our online story reported. Monroy shared that he has been experiencing severe health challenges over the past several months.
The Harrisburg Asian American Pacific Islander (HAAPI) group will host its inaugural Lunar New Year celebration next month, our magazine story reported. Attendees will get a glimpse into east and south Asian culture through performances.
Harrisburg objected to the proposed sale of Governor’s Square to a New Jersey-based real estate company, our reporting found. The city questioned the company’s ability to operate affordable housing under federal standards.
Harrisburg School District officials heard recommendations from a task force formed to propose a plan for the future of the William Penn building, our online story reported. The group’s recommendation included using the building for a career and technical education program.
Historic Harrisburg Association announced its 2024 preservation priorities, our online story reported. Click here to find out which endangered historic structures made the list.
Kenny Young was sworn in as the new deputy chief of the Harrisburg Police Bureau, our online story reported. Additionally, officer Tom McGarrity was promoted to captain of the Technical Services Division.
Medical spas are popping up in the Harrisburg area as the industry has continued to grow. In our magazine story, read about the services that local providers offer.
PennDOT has proposed safety improvements to the Lemoyne bottleneck, a section of the road just off the Market Street Bridge, our online story reported. Community members can comment on the plan and ask questions at an upcoming open house.
Sara Bozich has a list full of events for your weekend in Harrisburg. Find her recommendations, here.
Triple P Fitness recently opened in Harrisburg offering personal, individualized training, our magazine story reported. Owner Noah Parsons opened the business in hopes of sharing his fitness knowledge to help others with their health goals.
Uptown Partners, the owner of the Residences at Governor’s Square, has identified a potential buyer for its affordable housing development, our online story reported. According to court documents, the owner identified the New Jersey-based real estate company ANCDI as the proposed buyer.
The William Penn Social Association awarded the Broad Street Market a $30,000 donation, our online story reported. The funds will help support day-to-day operations at the market and make up for a budget deficit.
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