Camp Curtin church was recently purchased
Have you seen Mack the cat on the front cover of our new issue yet? Grab a copy of our special pet issue of the magazine and read about Harrisburg-area fluffy friends. Also, read our local news coverage from this past week, listed and linked, below.
An affordable housing development for seniors was proposed by local developers RB Development, our online story reported. “Bethel Village” would sit at the corner of N. 6th and Herr streets in Harrisburg.
Bob’s Art Blog raves about self-taught artist Jessie Waite. Her paintings are imaginative and abstract, inspiring viewers to enjoy the simple pleasures in life.
Camp Curtin Memorial Mitchell UMC church sat on the market for almost two years before Harrisburg couple Chris and Erica Bryce purchased it on June 10, our reporting found. The developers may potentially turn the church into an apartment building, while preserving the history.
Our editor gives a shout-out to the pets of Harrisburg featured in this month’s pet issue of the magazine.
Fireworks and pets don’t always go well together. Our magazine story has tips for how to keep your pup calm during what could be an overwhelming experience for them.
Fourth of July celebrations will be in full swing this weekend in Harrisburg, our online story reported. After the pandemic put festivities on hold last year, fireworks and food trucks will again return to Riverfront Park.
Harrisburg’s debt refinancing plan may be in jeopardy as the city’s mayor and City Council president are at odds over how to move forward, our online story reported. Council President Wanda Williams said she does not support Mayor Eric Papenfuse’s proposal to refinance some of the city’s general obligation bonds at a lower rate.
The Harrisburg School District revised its 2021-22 budget after learning that it would receive additional state funding, our reporting found. Receiver Janet Samuels approved the budget, which is now nearly balanced thanks to the grant money.
H*MAC is bringing barbecue to its menu, as Zachary’s BBQ & Soul is opening in the venue next week, our online story reported. Philadelphia-area chef Keith Taylor will offer his take on soul food staples such as Carolina pulled pork, pulled chicken, boneless short rib, pork spare ribs and Caribbean jerk barbecue chicken.
Our July News Digest provides a briefing on the top stories of the previous month. If you like “The Week that Was,” check out our monthly version in the magazine.
The Pride of the Susquehanna has set sail. Certainly, the last 16 months have been a rough go for “the Pride,” but hopefully smoother sailing is ahead, our magazine story reported.
Rice & Beans Restaurant on Allison Hill has quickly built a base of loyal patrons who visit regularly for the shop’s authentic island food. In our magazine story, read more about the owners and their restaurant, which features flavors from the Dominican Republic, Colombia and Puerto Rico, among other countries.
Sara Bozich lists ways to celebrate the 4th of July in her Weekend Roundup. Included are Harrisburg’s Food Trucks and Fireworks festival, live music, baseball and shopping suggestions. Plan your weekend, here.
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