Local officials celebrated Earth Day at a press conference in Reservoir Park this week.
The weather looks like it’ll be heating up this weekend in Harrisburg. Get outside for a stroll in the sun and support some of our city’s great local businesses. Make sure you also find some time this weekend to catch up on this week’s news, below.
Bike Month is in May and local cycling groups have lots of festivities and educational events planned, our online story reported. Also during the month, there will be a Ride of Silence to honor cyclists who were killed or injured on the road.
Deborah and Scott Hershey showcase both of their passions in their storefront in Carlisle, our magazine story reported. Up front is Hershey Violins, Scott’s space, and closer to the back is where Deborah’s art is displayed.
Earth Day was this week and city and local officials celebrated by highlighting environmental initiatives, our online story reported. One of those programs is Lights Out Harrisburg, which aims to help save migrating birds.
Frederick, Md., has a vibrant arts scene and our arts writer Bob MacGinnes took a trip to explore it. Read his story to find out about all the best galleries and shops to visit.
The Harrisburg School District is slated to purchase a large office building on N. 7th Street for the district to use as its new administration building, our online story reported. The current admin building on State Street will become an elementary school, as part of the district’s reconfiguration plans.
Jim Doyle has been dedicated to the ancient art form of Bonsai for over 50 years, our magazine story reported. At Nature’s Way Nursery in Linglestown, Doyle shares his passion with the community.
Knowledge is power, according to healthcare professionals at Capital Blue Cross. Knowing your family health history can help you identify areas of potential concern and reduce your risks.
The Market Street Bridge will close for two nights in May in order for PennDOT to conduct a lighting study related to the bridge rehab project. Read our story for more information and to find detour routes.
PA primary election results came in this week and Democrat Janelle Stelson will face long-time incumbent Rep. Scott Perry in the Harrisburg area’s 10th congressional district race. To find out who won other local nominations, click here.
Sara Bozich has gathered up all of this weekend’s best events in the Harrisburg area. Find her list, here.
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