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Harrisburg River Rescue to benefit from “Berry Bash,” a new charitable event
September 17, 2024 | by Lawrance Binda
Every year, Harrisburg River Rescue volunteers rush down to the Susquehanna to help save endangered boaters and swimmers.
Now, you… Read More
Bob’s Art Blog: September’s Song, Off the Beaten Path
September 17, 2024 | by Bob MacGinnes
It’s that special time of year when the calendar flipped to September before we knew it, and the glorious kaleidoscope… Read More
11th Annual Latino Ball to Recognize Lo Mejor de lo Mejor Award Winners on September 28 in Harrisburg
September 16, 2024 | by Admin
Hosted by Latino Connection, the 11th Annual Latino Ball will take place on Saturday, September 28 at the Hilton Harrisburg.… Read More
The Week that Was: News and Features around Harrisburg
September 13, 2024 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens
It looks like a busy, beautiful weekend ahead. Before you head out the door, catch up on our news from… Read More
Harrisburg sends $1 million to local shelters to expand capacity, service
September 13, 2024 | by Lawrance Binda
Harrisburg has sent $1 million to two local shelters so they can expand services for the unhoused.
On Friday, the… Read More
Daily News
Harrisburg Fringe Festival will celebrate creative minds with an artsy lineup in July
June 9, 2026 | by Rosena Campana
The wacky, weird and wonderful will all take the stage at an upcoming festival.
The fourth annual Harrisburg Fringe Festival… Read More
Local playwright shares U.S. and family history in upcoming show “QUILL-ADELPHIA”
June 9, 2026 | by Rosena Campana
Cindy Dlugolecki, a 76-year-old playwright from Mechanicsburg, has a remarkable family tie to the U.S. Constitution — her first cousin… Read More
Camp Curtin staff explain middle school consolidation challenges at special board meeting
June 9, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones
Educators expressed concerns about an ongoing plan to consolidate Harrisburg middle school students Tuesday night.
Numerous teachers complained of increased… Read More
Burg Blog / Opinion
Burg Review: Gamut’s “As You Like It” offers a boisterous, touching night of free Shakespeare at Reservoir Park
June 5, 2026 | by M. Diane McCormick
Come hither, ye Shakespeare-curious, and get theself yonder to a place called Reservoir Park, where tyrants rant, siblings squabble and… Read More
Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich
June 4, 2026 | by Sara Bozich
Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA!
In partnership with
What… Read More
Bob’s Art Blog: May June Begin?
May 30, 2026 | by Bob MacGinnes
The merry month of May is so far done, it is just waiting for the final rinse cycle—it took so… Read More
Culture
Harrisburg Fringe Festival will celebrate creative minds with an artsy lineup in July
June 9, 2026 | by Rosena Campana
The wacky, weird and wonderful will all take the stage at an upcoming festival.
The fourth annual Harrisburg Fringe Festival… Read More
Local playwright shares U.S. and family history in upcoming show “QUILL-ADELPHIA”
June 9, 2026 | by Rosena Campana
Cindy Dlugolecki, a 76-year-old playwright from Mechanicsburg, has a remarkable family tie to the U.S. Constitution — her first cousin… Read More
Burg Review: Gamut’s “As You Like It” offers a boisterous, touching night of free Shakespeare at Reservoir Park
June 5, 2026 | by M. Diane McCormick
Come hither, ye Shakespeare-curious, and get theself yonder to a place called Reservoir Park, where tyrants rant, siblings squabble and… Read More
Around The Burg
Harrisburg Fringe Festival will celebrate creative minds with an artsy lineup in July
June 9, 2026 | by Rosena Campana
The wacky, weird and wonderful will all take the stage at an upcoming festival.
The fourth annual Harrisburg Fringe Festival… Read More
Local playwright shares U.S. and family history in upcoming show “QUILL-ADELPHIA”
June 9, 2026 | by Rosena Campana
Cindy Dlugolecki, a 76-year-old playwright from Mechanicsburg, has a remarkable family tie to the U.S. Constitution — her first cousin… Read More
Camp Curtin staff explain middle school consolidation challenges at special board meeting
June 9, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones
Educators expressed concerns about an ongoing plan to consolidate Harrisburg middle school students Tuesday night.
Numerous teachers complained of increased… Read More
Family Time
Time Out: In a world where tech is unavoidable, parents can help their kids use it wisely
May 28, 2026 | by Susan Ryder
How much screen time is too much screen time? And how is all this screen time affecting children’s learning, attention… Read More
Adventure Together: Explore the west shore of the Susquehanna in June, while snacking, splashing and crafting the summer days away
May 28, 2026 | by Natalie diSanto
June is the month when children are freed from the classes and hallways of school.
They’re ready to roam about… Read More
Pitch Your Tent: Camping with your kids can create “magical,” core memories if you plan ahead and laugh through the mishaps
April 29, 2026 | by Gina Napoli
I have amazing memories of childhood camping trips.
Whenever I see pinecone birdfeeders or macrame anything, my inner child transports… Read More
Business
Denim Coffee to open third downtown Harrisburg location next week
June 4, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones
There’s a new spot downtown to grab coffee, a bite to eat, or even a meeting.
After several “soft open”… Read More
Two local businesses unite to create a summer camp where sustainability meets science
June 3, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones
Two local businesses are teaming up to launch a science and sustainability summer camp this July, offering kids the chance… Read More
We Asked, You Answered: 4,000 people responded to a survey on the future of downtown Harrisburg. Now, it’s time to move ahead.
May 28, 2026 | by Ryan Unger
About 100 days ago, a coalition of leaders from city, county and state government joined with the business community to… Read More
Sports & Health
Wing Thing: Last year, Harrisburg was named a “Bird Town.” Now, that’s something to chirp about.
May 28, 2026 | by M. Diane McCormick
“I just saw two geese going by with seven goslings,” Donna Opuszynski told me when we met at a prime… Read More
TFEC + TheBurg: Partners in Purpose: Beacon Clinic builds health through care, community and collaboration
May 28, 2026 | by Admin
Located in Uptown Harrisburg, Beacon Clinic for Health and Hope serves uninsured and underserved adults in Dauphin, Cumberland and Perry… Read More
Mr. Bicycle: Honoring Ross Willard, founder of Recycle Bicycle
May 28, 2026 | by Lawrance Binda
Last month, Harrisburg lost one of its most dedicated and charismatic public advocates, Ross Willard.
Ross, 75, was the founder… Read More
Food
Farm Show milkshake pop-ups to take place across PA for “Dairy Month”
May 29, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones
Get ready for an udderly delicious month.
In celebration of June Dairy Month, the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association announced Friday that… Read More
Halal restaurant coming to downtown Harrisburg, slated to open next month
May 26, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones
Harrisburg soon will welcome a new Halal restaurant downtown.
Crispy Halal, located at 209 N. 2nd St., will open as… Read More
Treat Yourself: In Harrisburg, bakeries seem to flourish while other businesses struggle. We wondered why
April 29, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones
It’s the morning of the first-ever Harrisburg Bakery Crawl, and pastry fiends are buzzing up and down N. 3rd Street.… Read More
Special Sections
Everyone Is Welcome: This month, you’re invited to the 33rd Annual Free Shakespeare in the Park
May 28, 2026 | by Hope Mackenzie
Gather your picnic blanket, favorite snacks and best friends—Free Shakespeare in the Park is back for its 33rd year.
Since… Read More
A Harrisburg Holiday: Summer in Harrisburg can feel like a dreamy vacation, if you make the effort
May 28, 2026 | by Maddie Gittens
In April, my husband and I visited Paris for the first time and fell in love with the city.
Along… Read More
Hand-in-Hand: Juneteenth HBG continues to celebrate freedom, Black culture, confidently
May 28, 2026 | by Maddie Gittens
As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary this year, it’s important to remember that July 4th was just the… Read More
Community Comment
Community Comment: Something Is Changing in Harrisburg—and It’s Happening in the Spaces Between
May 11, 2026 | by The Rimes Family
If you’ve spent any time in Harrisburg lately, you may have noticed it.
People are lingering a little longer.
Working… Read More
The Lowengard Building: A Blueprint and Call to Action for Harrisburg
November 24, 2025 | by Chris Dawson
What needs to be done to bring back Harrisburg’s thriving downtown?
Harrisburg is a beautiful, vibrant city that isn’t living… Read More
Making Healthcare More Affordable in Central PA
September 29, 2025 | by Todd Shamash
As a company founded in Harrisburg nearly 90 years ago, Capital Blue Cross has always had a vested interest in… Read More
Happenings
Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich
June 4, 2026 | by Sara Bozich
Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA!
In partnership with
What… Read More
Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich
May 28, 2026 | by Sara Bozich
What you’ll find below:
For something new: *new* McGrath’s opens Saturday; Tag the Summer Fest @ Tröegs Independent Brewery
Worth… Read More
Everyone Is Welcome: This month, you’re invited to the 33rd Annual Free Shakespeare in the Park
May 28, 2026 | by Hope Mackenzie
Gather your picnic blanket, favorite snacks and best friends—Free Shakespeare in the Park is back for its 33rd year.
Since… Read More
Community Announcements
Why Low-Commitment Digital Spending Appeals to Consumers in a Tighter Economy
June 5, 2026 | by Admin
As household budgets come under more pressure in Harrisburg and beyond, consumers are becoming more selective about how they spend… Read More
Looking for Affordable Pet Insurance Coverage Options? These Are the 4 Top Providers in Central PA
June 5, 2026 | by Admin
Keeping your pets healthy requires significant investments, from routine checkups to emergency care. Pet insurance provides a safety net by… Read More
Central PA nonprofits can now apply for up to $10K toward community projects
June 1, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones
Offering nonprofits a shot at up to $10,000, a Harrisburg-based community foundation will begin accepting grant applications today for community-enhancing… Read More
TheBurg is Central Pennsylvania’s community news organization, offering a free monthly print publication and daily online coverage dedicated to the greater Harrisburg region. Through local storytelling, we capture the people who live, work, and travel here; the families who make this place home; and the merchants and institutions that shape the fabric of our community. Learn more about TheBurg | Support TheBurg