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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

Juelz Davenport

The June issue of our magazine just came out this week, which means it’s time for summer fun! Check out all the area has to offer by reading our many feature stories. Before you grab a copy, catch up on our news reporting from the week, below.

Asoul Ramen offers diners a unique and wide array of menu options, as well as an aesthetic experience. Read more about what the Camp Hill restaurant has to offer, in our story.

Camp Hill received “Bee City USA” status, our magazine story reported. The city, as well as nearby Dickinson College, have continued to increase efforts to preserve pollinators.

City Council approved a zoning change for a Midtown apartment project, marking a potential step forward for developer GreenWorks Development, our online story reported.

Dan Miller, a Democratic candidate, lost to incumbent Wanda Williams in the Harrisburg primary election for mayor, but won enough Republican write-in votes to stay on the ballot. Miller said that he would consider whether or not he will run on the Republican ticket, our online story reported.

Harrisburg-native Julian “Juelz” Davenport, a local poet, will host free writing workshops for teens, our online story reported. The classes, held in partnership with the Dauphin County Library System, will help students brainstorm, write and record spoken-word poetry.

Passerine in Lancaster offers creative, fresh dishes and was included in the 2024 Restaurant List, the New York Times food writers’ top 50 favorite U.S. restaurants. Find out more, here.

Sara Bozich has rounded up all of the best events happening this weekend in Harrisburg, here.

Small businesses need your support, especially in this economic climate says our publisher.

Sonya McKnight, a former Harrisburg judge, was sentenced to over a decade in prison, our online story reported. McKnight was found guilty by a jury last month of shooting her ex-boyfriend in the head while he slept.

Thrive Housing Services plans to open a pay-what-you-can restaurant in Midtown, our reporting found. The proposed site is the former site of Heartshine, which had also proposed a similar restaurant concept for the space, but never completed it.

Zeroday Brewing Co.’s Broad Street Market Outpost is the perfect place to find a cross section of the Harrisburg community. In his column, our editor share his experience at the popular gathering place.

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