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June News Digest

May 28, 2026 | by TheBurg Staff

Broad Street Market brick building

Money Allocated to Broad Street Market

Harrisburg has allotted additional money towards the reconstruction of the Broad Street Market.

City Council last month approved funding about $3.2 million in change orders for the market, which officials said brought the total project cost from $20.8 million to $23.7 million.

Most of the change orders came from the collapse of one of the brick building’s walls during construction and the related foundation and shoring work to stabilize the structure, explained Project Manager Debbie Reihart.

To cover the costs, Harrisburg pulled money from its Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) fund and anticipates around $3 million in additional insurance reimbursements.

During public comment, several residents expressed concern about using CDBG funds that could go to nonprofit organizations and public infrastructure projects. However, council member Lamont Jones said that the city needs to keep the rebuild project moving and that council is actively trying to work with the mayor.

“We want to make sure that these works get done in our city, so we have to find some type of common ground,” Jones said. “Me personally, I don’t agree with the $23.7 million spend on this one brick building. However, we are in the midst of this, and we cannot stop this project at this moment because it will cost us more and more and more money.”

Council also approved three grant application submissions for park and roadwork projects.

The largest ask is to the U.S. Department of Transportation for $4.3 million to improve safety on Division Street, from N. 2nd to N. 7th Street. The project would aim to incorporate traffic calming features, crosswalks, traffic signal upgrades, sidewalk and ADA upgrades and bike lanes.

The Division Street project is still in the early stages and has yet to go through the design phase, according to City Engineer Joel Seiders.

The city will also submit a grant request to the PA Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) for $250,000 to support the Capital Area Greenbelt Association’s relocation of the Greenbelt in South Harrisburg. The money would support lighting and safety measures.

Finally, the city will request $250,000 from DCED for redesign and upgrades at Vernon Street Park in South Allison Hill.

Chief Financial Officer Marcia Stokes

School District Proposes Tax Hike

The Harrisburg School District is proposing a property tax increase for the 2026-27 school year.

Last month, Chief Financial Officer Marcia Stokes presented an early draft of the district’s expected budget for the next academic year in the estimated amount of $227.7 million.

Stokes said that the district’s budget priorities include more support for special education and autistic support program instruction, math intervention, school clubs and tutoring programs.

Stokes has recommended a 3% property tax increase. The district would generate roughly $37.7 million in property tax revenue with such an increase, roughly on par with the $37 million it generated in 2025-26, per Stokes’ presentation.

“I don’t want to overtax, but I also want to make sure the board has solid financial footing,” Stokes said, noting the district’s assessed property values have been declining.

With a 3% hike, Stokes said that those with homes assessed around $54,000 (the median assessment in Harrisburg) would see an increase of about $31 on their property tax bills. For $100,000 assessed homes, owners would see an increase of around $73.

“Looking at whether we absolutely need it today might not be the question to ask,” Stokes said. “Do we need it five years out? Do we need it three years out? What is the cumulative impact of not doing it today?”

In June, the district will finalize the budget and the tax rate before voting on the package by the end of the month.

Roma Benjamin

High School Principal Hired

Harrisburg’s main high school has a new, but familiar, principal.

School board members voted unanimously to hire John Harris’ acting principal, Roma Benjamin, to fill the role permanently.

A longtime school district employee, Benjamin was brought on temporarily to fill the post in December. Following a string of former John Harris principals who had short-lived stints at the school, the district began a national search for a principal who would be “committed” long term and could help improve student performance.

“You are the person for that job, and we support you. We’re behind you, and we appreciate you,” board President Roslyn Copeland told Benjamin after the vote.

Benjamin has more than 20 years of administrative experience and holds a doctorate in education leadership from Nova Southeastern University.

“I’m just so appreciative to be back with the Harrisburg school district,” Benjamin said.

The board also voted to approve $6.8 million worth of demolition contracts for William Penn High School, the 100-year-old, long-vacant building near Italian Lake.

The cost includes a $6.2 million contract with the Gordian Group to raze the structure, plus contracts to remove asbestos prior to demolition ($257,000), to remove asbestos discovered during demolition ($200,000), and to conduct on-site airborne asbestos testing ($100,000).

The project also spends roughly $25,000 for compaction testing—to ensure that the site of the building can be built on later, if needed.

The demolition, proposed to begin this summer, would take an estimated six to eight months to complete.

“We will be providing weekly updates on the progress of the demo, as well as certainly any asbestos that we find, or any type of issues that we find during that project,” Chief Operations Administrator John Reedy said.

Home Sales Up, Prices Steady

Harrisburg-area home sales inched higher in April, according to the most recent report on previously owned houses.

For the three-county area, 525 houses sold compared to 501 in April 2025, as the median sales price remained nearly unchanged at $290,000, according to data from the Greater Harrisburg Association of Realtors (GHAR).

In Dauphin County, 233 houses sold in April, a drop from 253 in the year-ago period, while the median sales price increased to $279,900 from $264,261, GHAR said.

Cumberland County had 251 home sales, up from 205 the prior April, as the median sales price rose to $319,000 from $315,000, GHAR stated.

In Perry County, 38 houses sold versus 34 in April 2025, while the median sales price dropped to $271,562 from $292,450, according to GHAR.

The pace of home sales slowed, as “average days on market” rose to 37 days in April from 33 days in the year-ago period, GHAR said.

Harrisburg University

So Noted

Chad Carroll has been promoted to president of F&M Trust, now serving as both president and chief operating officer. In this role, he will head the administration of the community bank while continuing to oversee day-to-day operations, according to the Chambersburg-based financial institution.

Christopher Reber has been named the new president of Harrisburg University. Reber, formerly the president of Hudson County Community College in Jersey City, N.J., replaces David Schankweiler, who served on an interim basis since November 2024. Reber brings more than 40 years of experience in higher education, according to HU.

Dayana Diaz-Davalos, a Harrisburg Sci-Tech High student, last month was named the 2026 LaGrone Scholar, eligible for $16,000 in college scholarship funds. Named for Oliver LaGrone, the scholarship is the largest annual award available to Harrisburg School District students.

Harrisburg has reopened the City Island arcade for the summer, a small space for games that has been closed since 2019. The arcade will be open most days, 3 to 9 p.m., with possibly longer hours when the Harrisburg Senators have home games.

Harrisburg Area YMCA has a new location: the former Fit on Market space in downtown Harrisburg. The 3,420-square-foot boutique fitness center opened in 2020 at 312 Market St. and was operated by Harristown Enterprises, the owner of Strawberry Square, until turning it over to the Y in April.

Jennifer Doyle, president and CEO of TFEC, last month was named president of the Estate Planning Council of Central Pennsylvania. In the role, she will lead the council’s board of directors in its work to support education, collaboration and professional connection among estate and financial planning professionals throughout the region.

Pride of the Susquehanna riverboat launched last month into the Susquehanna River following a two-year hiatus. The Harrisburg Area Riverboat Society, which operates the stern-driven paddlewheel riverboat, expects a full season of activities. For information and tickets, visit their website.

Ross Willard, a local biking activist and advocate, passed away last month. Willard was the founder and force behind Recycle Bicycle, a Harrisburg-based nonprofit that promotes bicycle use, safety and repair.

Ryan Jones was hired last month as principal of Camp Curtin Academy. Jones, formerly the principal at Marshall Math and Science Academy, will begin in the role July 1 with a salary of $131,648. He replaces Darnell Montgomery, who recently was tapped to serve as assistant principal at John Harris High School.

Slice, a new bar and restaurant, is expected to open later this month in the former Crawdaddy’s space at 1500 N. 6th St. in Harrisburg. Jameson Christopher and Sachiko Baez, owners of the nearby Coda Rouge restaurant, will operate the “elevated sports bar” for lunch and dinner hours.

TheBurg captured a total of 21 awards in the annual “Advertising Contest” sponsored by the Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association Foundation. The honors include the prestigious “Sweepstakes” award for best overall category performance, which TheBurg has won for four straight years.

Tri County Housing last month cut the ribbon on five new affordable townhomes on the 2100-block of N. 4th Street in Harrisburg. The townhomes, each with three bedrooms and 1½ bathrooms, were built on vacant lots acquired from the Harrisburg Redevelopment Authority.

Changing Hands

Bellevue Rd., 1958: JTA Consulting Group LLC to N. Brown, $175,000

Berryhill St., 2320: T. Jones to M. Padua, $135,000

Boas St., 233: DKH Homes LLC to A. Miles & J. Mortimer, $295,000

Boas St., 1610: TKO Rental Properties LLC to D. & R. Khan, $222,100

Boas St., 1803: W. Folk to Top Cash Paid LLC, $56,000

Boas St., 1816: Harrisburg Properties LLC to 1333 Multiservices LLC, $115,000

Camp St., 645: LHV Properties II LLC to Breneman Properties LLC, $83,500

Derry St., 1212: J. Alducin to A. Tiberio, $175,000

Derry St., 1252: 1252 Derry PA LLC to J&A One Realty LLC, $200,900

Derry St., 1254: 1252 Derry PA LLC to J&A One Realty LLC, $200,900

Derry St., 1312: 1408 Vernon PA LLC to Dirah Residence LLC, $980,000

Derry St., 2026: Good Management LLC to Noraziza LLC, $120,000

Derry St., 2040: S. Laroc to M. King, $190,000

Derry St., 2444: K. Mooney to E. Ayala, $125,000

Derry St., 2514: Portal Enterprises Inc. to Alvarez Investment Properties LLC, $75,000

Dunkle St., 631: A. Eubanks to Top Cash Paid LLC, $80,000

Graham St., 514: B. Clark to M. Clark, $96,000

Grand St., 926: M. & D. Soisson to A. Dalantinow, $149,000

Green St., 2119: C. Acevedo to S. & M. Moody, $176,000

Green St., 2129: Leachman Properties LLC to Calcor Holdings LLC, $171,000

Hamilton St., 448: JMR Ventures LLC to Calcor Holdings LLC, $145,000

Herr St., 116: Sassafras Court Partners LP to Helios Realty Company, $50,000

Herr St., 1412: J. Gary Neff City Limits Realty to Breneman Properties LLC, $62,000

Hoerner St., 137: Bridger Investments LLC to Pink Dahlia LLC, $148,000

Holly St., 1815: B. Nevid to G. Amador, $142,000

Kensington St., 2130: M. Diggs to S. & R. Corroto, $135,000

Kensington St., 2346: E. Hernandez to L. Stewart, $120,000

Lewis St., 318: NJR Group LLC to Two Three Two Investments LLC, $110,000

Lewis St., 421: BP Real Estate Investment Group LLC to B. Fowler, $241,000

Logan St., 2111: ATW Property LLC to Halden Horizons Group LLC, $50,000

Logan St., 2230: DL Keystone Solutions LLC to Capital Key Properties LLC, $58,000

Luce St., 2309: T. Renda to PRD Property Group LLC, $130,000

Maclay St., 219: Good Management LLC to Noraziza LLC, $175,000

Market St., 1641: Avila Estate Investment LLC to A. & A. Burke, $150,000

Market St., 1913: Chad Gallagher Slatehouse Group LLC to Widespread Properties LLC, $245,000

Nectarine St., 314: Core 4 Investing LLC to JRHeller Com LLC, $60,000

North St., 228: S. Salaam to J. Zilinski, $329,900

N. 2nd St., 316: Wali Rentals LLC to Mindes Investments LLC, $500,000

N. 2nd St., 2243: Culcay Remodeling Guagua LLC to 2243N2ndSt LLC, $330,000

N. 2nd St., 2245: Culcay Remodeling Guagua LLC to 2243N2ndSt LLC, $330,000

N. 2nd St., 2439: Integrity First Home Buyers Inc. to J. Fry, $276,000

N. 2nd St., 2926: M. & S. Bennington to S. & A. Anselmo, $515,000

N. 3rd St., 1717: Segio Mannino LLC to S. Willis, $255,000

N. 4th St., 1841: R. Rammouni & J. Hamad to B. Esh, $132,000

N. 4th St., 3227: T. Barnes to D. Malesich, $144,000

N. 5th St., 2030: D. Glick to J. Stoltzfus, $170,000

N. 5th St., 3218: P. Diana to DA Investments LLC, $55,000

N. 6th St., 2249: H. & M. Williams to Nulife Equity Partners LLC, $75,000

N. 6th St., 3117: M. Walsh to J. Hill, $135,533

N. 6th St., 3201: R. Rammouni to Wylie & Wylie Enterprises LLC, $110,000

N. 15th St., 1120: L. Soza to A. Brothers, $165,000

N. 17th St., 39: L. Fraser to 2020 Real Estate Venture LLC, $75,000

N. 19th St., 35: V. Rivas to Estrella Realty LLC, $78,000

N. Front St., 25: 25 N Front St LLC to CJD Group LLC, $65,035 (tax sale)

Peffer St., 325: Core 4 Investing LLC to JRHeller Com LLC, $93,000

Penn St., 1909: J. Leonard to Z&E Holdings LLC, $120,000

Radnor St., 618: D. Glick to J. & S. Esh, $155,000

Regina St., 1617: A. Morocho to Y. Ramos & R. Perez, $75,000

Rose St., 927: R. Myers to S. Labrecque & K. Traynor, $147,000

Rudy Rd., 1833: Andes Home Solutions LLC to N. Zabala, $173,000

Rumson Dr., 335: T. & J. Hoy to Sunnyside RE Enterprise LLC, $141,500

Rumson Dr., 2959: W. & S. Stonesifer to E. Jimenez & Y. Rosario, $168,000

Schuykill St., 618: D&F Realty to O. Perez, $89,000

Seneca St., 542: Integrity First Home Buyers LLC to S. Williams, $170,000

Seneca St., 618: JRHeller Com LLC to Cashflow Cartel LLC, $105,000

S. 13th St., 434: H. Hernandez to Jhon Leo Home Renovations LLC, $106,000

S. 15th St., 441: JRHeller Com LLC to Cashflow Cartel LLC, $85,000

S. 17th St., 450: L. Lam to VisionLoop Realty LLC, $100,000

S. 19th St., 523: P and F Estate Investment LLC to HEV Properties Group LLC, $80,000

S. 20th St., 546: C. Tran to VisionLoop Technology LLC, $120,000

S. Cameron St., 135: BB Management LLC to Yasmaz LLC, $156,000

S. Cameron St., 1409: New Vision Management LLC to Noraziza LLC, $100,000

S. Cameron St., 1517 & 1540: New Vision Management LLC to Noraziza LLC, $350,000

S. Front St., 329: T. Dilldine to N. Gutierrez, $230,000

State St., 1500: Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency to J. Gill, $150,000

State St., 1708: A. Peachy to Pink Dahlia LLC, $218,000

Summit St., 21: C. Hines to Breneman Properties LLC, $70,000

Susquehanna St., 1212: J. Tanzer to G. Sabino, $180,000

Swatara St., 2134: B. LeMelle to M. Echols, $154,900

Swatara St., 2408: N. Cobos to B. Vasquez, $240,000

Walnut St., 1246: B. Balkcom to D. Zook, $108,000

Wiconisco St., 626: M. Morgan to Val CC Properties LLC, $149,500

Wyatt Rd., 303: F. Mansfield to K. Weldeghebrial, $135,000

Harrisburg property sales, April 2026, greater than $50,000. Source: Dauphin County. Data is assumed to be accurate.

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May News Digest

April 29, 2026 | by TheBurg Staff

William Penn, February 2026

School Closure Plans Move Forward

The Harrisburg School District held a public hearing last month to solicit input over the proposed closure of two middle schools.

Later this year, the district will formally vote on whether to close Rowland Academy and Marshall Academy, both of which it began phasing out a few years ago. (Marshall Academy is not to be confused with Marshall Math and Science Academy, a separate school that remains open.)

The closures are part of a comprehensive district restructure that began in 2023 under then-superintendent Eric Turman.

Designed to conserve resources, the plan was rolled out with the goal of re-creating neighborhood schools at the elementary level, balancing student populations between school buildings, and simplifying its list of facility improvements.

It tapped Camp Curtin (6-8) to be the “flagship” middle school for the district, to be flanked by two additional options: Marshall Math and Science Academy (6-8) and the blended-learning hybrid Cougar Academy (K-12).

The plan was approved by Pennsylvania’s Department of Education and the district’s former receiver in February 2024.

While the district is still following Turman’s plan, it has since gained new leadership. Superintendent Benjamin Henry joined the district in November 2024 and the school board re-gained back its voting power when the district exited state receivership in June 2025.

Last month, board leaders noted that, while the plans to close Rowland and Marshall are well underway, they had never approved it themselves.

“At the time, we weren’t in position to vote as a board,” said board president Roslyn Copeland. “I had a lot of concerns with the reconfiguration.”

WebFX Receives Grant, Plans Expansion

One of Harrisburg’s biggest tech companies is receiving state support as it continues to expand.

State officials joined WebFX at its Front Street headquarters last month to announce plans for expansion, as well as a nearly $1 million grant.

“It’s a big milestone,” said WebFX founder and CEO Bill Craig.

WebFX was awarded $900,000 in PA First and WEDnet grants for the renovation and expansion into the Tracy Mansion, just up the street at 1829 N. Front St.

The company purchased the building several years ago, but construction was put on hold during the pandemic and as WebFX secured funding, according to Craig. The total estimated cost of construction is over $10 million.

The Tracy Mansion has sat vacant for several years, but previously housed Char’s restaurant in part of it.

The new building, which Craig said is slated to be completed in October, will house additional office space, allowing the company to add over 100 more employees to a total of almost 400 currently.

Craig also confirmed that WebFX has purchased the former Tri-County Association for the Blind building at 1800 N. 2nd St. Craig said that the company’s goal would be to renovate and expand into that building in several years as well.

Tracy Mansion will mark WebFX’s fifth building, adding 23,000 square feet of space to the company’s footprint. Craig emphasized his passion for renovating historic city buildings, rather than building new.

“Sometimes, that takes a little extra dollars and extra muscle and things like that to make it happen, but that’s how we try to live our lives here at WebFX,” Craig said.

Projects Receive Preservation Awards

Two downtown Harrisburg re-development projects will receive 2026 Preservation Awards, it was announced last month.

Historic Harrisburg Association has named Walnut Street Commons and the Lowengard as recipients of the annual award that recognizes historic preservation and adaptive reuse.

Harristown Enterprises last year finished redevelopment of Walnut Street Commons, a four-unit attached complex at 104 to 106 Walnut St. Each unit includes two bedrooms and two bathrooms.

A few blocks away, at 210 N. 3rd St., Chris Dawson, Architect, last year completed work on the Lowengard, a building that once housed the original location of Mary Sachs’ department store. The extensive renovation transformed the dilapidated building into mixed-use commercial/residential space that also houses Dawson’s architectural firm.

“Both of these projects exemplify the increasing focus on revitalizing downtown Harrisburg,” said Historic Harrisburg Executive Director David Morrison. “In both cases, they are meeting the demand for downtown residential options while demonstrating the importance of historic preservation to the appearance and the economy of the downtown.”

The awards will be presented Thursday, May 14, at Historic Harrisburg’s 2026 Preservation Celebration and Toast, at Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts.

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Donation for Eden Village

A recent donation will help build housing in Harrisburg for the homeless.

Eden Village Harrisburg announced last month that the Greater Harrisburg Association of Realtors (GHAR) awarded the group $75,000 for its tiny home project planned on S. Front Street.

The money will support the construction of one 400-square-foot tiny home for an unhoused person. The organization plans to build 32 tiny homes and a community room and offer long-term housing with rent at about $300 a month.

“We hope that this is the first of many community organizations that believe in Harrisburg and this mission that we can help the chronically unhoused,” said Wendell Hoover, a local realtor and Eden Village Harrisburg board member.

The nonprofit, an offshoot of Springfield, Missouri-based Eden Village, was organized by a group of Harrisburg area friends, many with ties to housing, who wanted to address homelessness. In March, Harrisburg approved plans for Eden Village to build its tiny home community at 1103 S. Front St., near tiny home community Veteran’s Grove and future housing development Tunnel to Towers, two projects aimed at helping homeless veterans.

According to Hoover, the Eden Village Harrisburg project is in the environmental assessment stage, and so far, things are looking good. If all goes as planned, contractors will begin clearing the land in several months. Eden Village Harrisburg is also still fundraising for its roughly $5.8 million project, though it hopes that volunteer efforts will reduce the cost.

“The GHAR board is proud to be the first organization to make this commitment to Eden Village Harrisburg. Our members were moved by the vital work being done to address unhoused needs in our community, and we are equally excited to partner not only with Eden Village, but with the greater Harrisburg community and our affiliated partners to make this tiny home a reality,” said Kathleen Ludwig, CEO of GHAR.

Home Sales, Prices Hold Steady

The greater Harrisburg housing market held mostly steady in March, according to the latest report on previously owned homes.

For the three-county region, 446 homes sold compared to 442 in March 2025, as the median sales price climbed to $285,000 versus $275,300, stated the Greater Harrisburg Association of Realtors (GHAR).

In Dauphin County, 220 houses changed hands in March, a drop from 237 in the year-ago period, while the median sales price increased to $265,000 from $240,000, GHAR said.

Cumberland County had 186 home sales compared to 179 the prior March, as the median sales price was unchanged at $322,250, GHAR stated.

In Perry County, 36 homes sold versus 19 in March 2025, as the median sales price remained unchanged at $234,500, according to GHAR.

The pace of sales slowed in March, as “average days on market” increased to 37 days in March compared to 32 days in March 2025, said GHAR.

So Noted

Antonio Megna last month was hired as Harrisburg’s new business administrator. By a vote of 6-1, City Council approved Megna for the position, which had been vacant for several months following a dispute between council and the administration over the prior officeholder, Sam Sulkosky.

Daniel W. Lufkin last month was named president of HACC, effective June 3. Lufkin most recently served as president of the south campus of Tarrant County College in Fort Worth, Texas. He will replace long-time president, John “Ski” Sygielski, who is retiring after nearly 15 years at the Harrisburg-based college.

Jon Stuckey has been named the ninth president of Messiah University, according to the Mechanicsburg-based college. Stuckey has served as interim president since last July and has been with Messiah since 2000 in a variety of administrator and educator roles.

Madam Rochéle’s Apothecary, a new cocktail-forward lounge, is expected to open this month in downtown Harrisburg at N. 2nd and Locust streets. Owner Justin Browning, who runs several other businesses on the block, said the cocktail bar also will offer small plates, mocktails and Sunday tea.

PA Steam Academy, a Harrisburg charter school, has had its five-year charter renewed by the city school board. PA Steam, located at N. 3rd and Reily streets, opened in 2021 as a K-2 school and now serves students up to the sixth grade.

Rabbittransit this summer plans to roll out a new fare collection system for its Harrisburg fleet, offering users the ability to pay for rides with either physical “RabbitPay” cards or their phone, via a new mobile app. Riders will be able to tap either at orange terminals—located at the fare station just inside buses—to pay.

Shalawn James last month was named the inaugural executive director of the Latino Connection Foundation, bringing more than a decade of nonprofit leadership experience. The Harrisburg-based foundation works to remove barriers and expand opportunities for underserved communities.

Changing Hands

Bailey St., 1251: G. Wicks to Breneman Properties LLC, $73,500

Berryhill St., 1323: R. & T. White to Louis Group LLC, $68,000

Berryhill St., 2106: P. & A. Bates to Gedem LLC, $125,000

Boas St., 233: Integrity First Home Buyers LLC to DKH Homes LLC, $120,000

Brookwood St., 2117: Puzzle Properties LLC to T. Sawyers, $170,000

Carnation St., 1712: H. Casado to Dominium Holdings LLC, $66,000

Chestnut St., 1209: J. Fuentes & S. Figueroa to Sky Nova Properties LLC, $60,000

Chestnut St., 1846: Dreams2Reality Services LLC to Dreamland Envision Properties LLC, $130,000

Croyden Rd., 2886: R. & P. Fickes to A. Hare, $120,000

Cumberland St., 109: L. Beyer & C. Affeldt to C. & J. Askin, $170,000

Cumberland St., 1719: S. & S. Lalic to S. Ndlovu, $199,900

Derry St., 1153: H. Watarai to Premium Property Investing Corp., $116,500

Emerald St., 409: J. Tribue to JK Realty & Home Repair LLC, $140,000

Grand St., 924: N. McClure to M. O’Meara, $171,000

Green St., 1316: Harrisburg Dream Homes LLC to J. Lapkowicz, $135,000

Green St., 1525: First Choice Home Buyers LLC to E. Shelly, $130,000

Green St., 2013: C. Palmer to B. & L. Bonnema, $309,900

Green St., 2232: Blue Trust Investments LLC to Rosaruth Properties LLC, $91,000

James St., 1315: S., J. & N. Kindler to R. Schlenker, $155,000

Jefferson St., 2651: R. & D. Requa to Breneman Properties LLC, $95,000

Liberty St., 1401: J. Vasquez & Y. Ledesma to O. Fana, $150,000

Logan St., 2037: NMC Investments LLC to PA Investment by ADM LLC, $165,000

Maclay St., 320: T. Griese to Vivaanu Spaces LLC, $170,000

Market St., 1248: C. Munoz to ARG Realty Solutions LLC, $135,000

Melrose St., 700: B. Messina to F. Mendez, $113,500

Muench St., 215: T. & S. Wisyanski to M. Soondar, $214,900

Naudain St., 1617: Sunrise River Investments LLC to B. Uppal, $132,000

Naudain St., 1619: Goods Creekside Properties LLC to J. Hans, $136,000

N. 2nd St., 401: Harrisburg Heritage Coworking LLC to Halden Horizons Group LLC, $588,000

N. 2nd St., 1617: A. Bartlett to Capital Key Properties LLC, $300,000

N. 2nd St., 1800: Shree Krishna Foundation to Harrisburg Development Group LLC, $1,030,000

N. 2nd St., 2447: M. DePhilip & J. Reed to B. Peoples, $230,000

N. 3rd St., 1312: Qui Zhen LLC to Silverstone Enterprises LLC, $285,000

N. 4th St., 1326: DKH Homes LLC to W. Rogers, $205,000

N. 4th St., 2254: A. Jackson to Grace Home Fixers LLC, $52,850

N. 5th St., 2234: Maco Properties LLC to Skyzoom LLC, $115,000

N. 5th St., 2236: D&F Realty Holdings LP to R. Sanchez, $81,334

N. 6th St., 1412: N. Smeal & R. Strella to J. Fry, $210,000

N. 6th St., 1720: 1720 N 6th St PA LLC to T. Smith, $225,000

N. 13th St., 115: Harrisburg Home Investment LLC to A&O Burgos Realty Investments LLC, $151,500

N. 15th St., 1403: Triple S Real Estate LLC to 1403 North 15th LLC, $140,000

N. 16th St., 1115: Y. Green to Grid Investments LLC, $57,000

N. 18th St., 84: A. Lantz to Clearsky Property Rentals LLC, $150,000

N. 18th St., 86: J. Lapp to MJ Property Rentals LLC, $140,000

N. 18th St., 802: B. Nevid to Breneman Properties LLC, $105,000

N. 19th St., 43: 3J Homes Living to A. Castillo, $80,000

Park St., 1616: C. Geary to M. Ovalles & G. de Espinal, $175,000

Parkside Lane, 2924: Top Cash Paid LLC to Sunrise River Investments Inc., $185,000

Penn St., 1702: T. Todd to R. DiMaulo, $230,000

Penn St., 1914: S. & J. Sturgis to J. Reichwein & J. Harris, $222,000

Pine St., 210, Unit 5A: Bell Atlantic of Pennsylvania Inc. to AT&T Enterprises LLC, $1,450,000

Reel St., 2414: C. Woods to J. Monegro & B. Casilla, $168,500

Regina St., 1505: Leos Property Care LLC to Northern Cardinalland Company LLC, $125,000

Regina St., 1600: Sky Resort Rentals LLC to 716 Walnut LLC, $540,000

Rolleston St., 1218: A. Grant to UVI Real Estate LLC, $137,000

Rudy Rd., 1951: J. Shaulis to VisionLoop Realty LLC, $50,000

Rudy Rd., 2488: 2020 Real Estate Ventures LLC to G. Rosado, $160,000

Seneca St., 652: M. Perez to UVI Real Estate LLC, $150,000

S. 13th St., 1530: First Choice Home Buyers LLC to P. Campbell, $160,000

S. 15th St., 24: W. White to R. Mata, $144,000

S. 15th St., 545: D. Miller to D. Fisher, $130,000

S. 16th St., 544: J. Shaulis to VisionLoop Realty LLC, $50,000

S. 18th St., 1149: P. Spagnolo to E. Nugra & I. Morocho, $170,000

S. 19th St., 229: M. Reyes to J. Hans, $135,000

S. 23rd St., 519: L. & P. Gurung to S. Ubiera, $235,000

S. Cameron St., 443: F. & D. Miller to Golden Trail LLC, $335,000

Spencer St., 1820: JKC Properties LLC to J Sang Storage LLC, $84,000

State St., 1923: HBG Rents LLC to Pichardos Realty LLC, $250,000

Susquehanna St., 2136: Embass Investments Pennsylvania LLC to P. Zuniga, $167,500

Swatara St., 1939: M. Florentino to D. Pimentel, $145,000

Swatara St., 2031: S. & A. Flores to E. Ayala & N. Vogt, $127,000

Vernon St., 1353: R. Blust to Manning Holdings LLC, $125,000

Yale St., 224: D. Juggins to C. Sanchez & J. De Alcantara, $125,900

Harrisburg property sales, March 2026, greater than $50,000. Source: Dauphin County. Data is assumed to be accurate.

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April News Digest

March 30, 2026 | by TheBurg Staff

City Council

Housing Director Finally Approved

Harrisburg’s director of building and housing development will remain in her job, ending a lengthy legal and political controversy over the position.

In a 4-3 vote last month, City Council approved Gloria Martin-Roberts as director of the department. The vote occurred just after council filed a legal motion to hold Mayor Wanda Williams in contempt of court for not bringing Martin-Roberts to council for approval.

On March 6, council filed a motion accusing Williams of not adhering to a legal agreement that the two legislative bodies reached in February. The agreement seemingly closed a legal battle that began with a lawsuit by Williams alleging that council acted outside its power by defunding several top city positions as part of the 2026 budget.

Judge Jeffrey Engle sided with council earlier that month, but, shortly after, council and Williams agreed that council would re-fund several positions. Also in the stipulation, Williams agreed to get council approval for every department head hired in the city within 120 days of their appointment, a requirement that she and previous mayors had occasionally circumvented by giving directors “interim” titles.

Council also sought to eliminate that practice last month by voting to amend city code to take away directors’ salaries if they remain in a position without council’s approval past 120 days.

Council alleged that Williams had not held to the legal agreement by keeping Martin-Roberts on staff in an interim role since 2024 without council approval.

At last month’s legislative session, council finally voted on Martin-Roberts’ position, narrowly voting in her favor. Council President Danielle Hill, Vice President Lamont Jones and council member Jocelyn Rawls voted against confirming her appointment.

Council member Ausha Green told TheBurg that she voted to approve Martin-Roberts because she felt that the position becoming vacant would be a detriment to the city. She also said that council would be punishing the wrong person over their dissatisfaction with Williams for not bringing her up for a vote.

“No one said, ‘I’m voting against her because she can’t do the job,’” Green said. “I didn’t feel like it was fair to punish the employee because of what her supervisor did.”

William Penn, February 2026

William Penn Demo Discussed

Harrisburg school officials discussed demolition contractor search options for William Penn High School at a meeting last month, after voting to demolish the building in February.

The 250,000 square-foot, 100-year-old neoclassical building could be torn down as soon as this summer. It was last used as a technical school 15 years ago and has sat vacant, deteriorating, since.

Most board members voiced interest in hiring a demo contractor using a cooperative purchasing system, which would speed the process.

The other option, public bidding, would push the demolition back to late 2026.

Chief Operations Administrator John Reedy explained to the board that the cooperative purchasing program the district has used over the last few years, Keystone Purchasing Network (KPN), “saves a tremendous amount of time” and has produced “high-quality work at a reasonable cost.”

It also allows the district to maintain control over the contractors used, he said.

“Our expectation would be that they are a local company that could get the job done in a timely manner,” Reedy explained.

In an informal 6-2-1 straw poll vote, with board member Brian Carter voting for neither option, the board asked the district to pursue the cooperative purchasing path, over public bid.

Home Sales Hold Steady

The Harrisburg-area housing market held steady in February, as both home sales and prices were largely unchanged from a year ago.

For the three-county region, 389 houses changed hands, compared to 398 in February 2025, as the median sales price inched down to $278,000 from $279,750, according to the monthly report from the Greater Harrisburg Association of Realtors (GHAR).

In Dauphin County, 187 houses sold in February, versus 195 in the year-ago period, as the median sales price rose to $268,000 from $260,000, the report stated.

Cumberland County had 170 home sales, a dip from 179 the prior February, as the median sales price fell to $300,000 from $315,000, reported GHAR.

In Perry County, 26 homes sold, an increase from 24 a year earlier, as the median sales price rose to $311,600 from $237,500, according to GHAR.

The pace of home sales slowed in February, as “average days on market” rose to 47 days versus 34 the prior February, GHAR stated.

Cody Goss, new executive director of Harrisburg Young Professionals

So Noted

Beth Siegfried last month was named executive director of Dauphin County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), which provides advocates for children in foster care. In addition, Sarah Horton has assumed the role of board president, previously serving as vice president, according to CASA.

Cody Goss has been named the new executive director of Harrisburg Young Professionals (HYP). Goss, of Harrisburg, has served as the nonprofit’s part-time communications coordinator since 2024.

Downtown Harrisburg received funding last month for both its revitalization and safety efforts. The commonwealth gave $75,000 to the Downtown Improvement District to extend safety measures on weekends, while the Capital Region Economic Development Corp. (CREDC) received $350,000 to begin initial improvement projects.

Harrisburg International Airport officials last month announced a record year in 2025, as 814,718 passengers boarded flights through the facility, a 12% jump from the year prior. They added that the airport anticipates another record year for 2026.

Harrisburg Police Bureau has released crime statistics for 2025, with homicides falling to 14 versus 22 in 2024. In other categories, drunken driving, assaults and drug offenses all increased, while auto thefts and trespassing incidents declined.

Harrisburg School District officials last month stated that they had no interest in participating in the city’s LERTA tax abatement program for 2026. They added that the district asked the city in December about making changes to the program but received no response.

Joseph Culos last month was named senior vice president of retail for Members 1st Federal Credit Union. In this position, Culos will lead and support retail and branch operations for the Enola-based financial institution, according to Members 1st.

Whitaker Center has opened a new exhibit entitled “Survival of the Slowest: Counterintuitive Adaptations” in its downtown Harrisburg facility. The exhibit, running through May 24, features 19 habitats that demonstrate how slow movements assist as a survival strategy.

Changing Hands

Bailey St., 1302: Global Supply Group LLC to UVI Real Estate LLC, $150,000

Berryhill St., 2340: R. Heilman to L. Weldegebriel, $145,000

Calder St., 111: C. Bailey to R. Hendrickson & H. Griffie, $250,000

Cumberland St., 211: L. Caruso to G. Kiteck, $205,000

Derry St., 2600: D. Laus to A. Rojas, $125,000

Emerald St., 518: Flip Vision LLC to JK Realty & Home Repair LLC, $145,000

Fulton St., 1705: R. Dickinson to M. DeCavalcante, $210,000

Green St., 801 & 1213 N. 2nd St., 901 N. 2nd St., 903 N. 2nd St.: WG PA Holdings LLC & B. Golper to Arm Real Estate LLC, $1,280,000

Green St., 1525: C. & S. Bikle to First Choice Home Buyers LLC, $85,000

Green St., 1623: B. Golper & J. Wu to Arm Realty Estate LLC, $320,000

Green St., 2224: A. Cooper to L. & R. Rivera and K. Castro, $177,550

Hamilton St., 338: T. & L. Sneidman to O. Fonseka, $140,000

Hoffman St., 3135: E. Phillips to R. Wittle & P. O’Brien, $169,000

Jefferson St., 2660: G&W Rentals LLC to F. Chan, $135,500

Kensington St., 2260: T. Brown to T. Jones, $136,000

Luce St., 2332: R. & B. Lomax to TBS PA LLC, $85,000

Melrose St., 1007: A. Mohamed to Rebuild the Capital LLC, $110,000

Miller St., 1716: M3 6 Realty LLC to Ardoise Investments LLC, $65,000

Miller St., 1718: M3 6 Realty LLC to Ardoise Investments LLC, $71,000

Nectarine St., 428: H. Ramirez to RKE Investments LLC, $55,000

Nectarine St., 430: H. Casado to RKE Investments LLC, $55,000

North St., 1947: C. Estrada to Rebuild the Capital LLC, $135,000

N. 2nd St., 2615: B. Clark to A. & R. Clark, $330,000

N. 3rd St., 1608: JMR Ventures LLC to J. Aguilera, $195,000

N. 3rd St., 3007: YR Holdings LLC to R. Lomax, $205,000

N. 6th St., 2639: D. Glick to M. Shafer, $145,000

N. 14th St., 1220: Jhon Leo Home Renovations LLC to A. & M. Perez, $263,000

N. 18th St., 803: Bridger Investments LLC to AR Enterprise Build Flip or Ride LLC, $52,000

N. 19th St., 1005: G. Graham to Knight Development & Management, $90,000

Norwood St., 914: S. Rucker to D. Torres, $150,000

Park St., 1625: M3 6 Realty LLC to M. Wijaya & I. Lim, $63,500

Penn St., 2145: T Wy Enterprise LLC to Capital Key Properties LLC, $118,000

Penn St., 2152: Z. Magid to S. Lapp, $105,000

Ross St., 622: Y. Morgan to Camino Property Management LLC, $100,000

Showers St., 606: T. Buehler to Anniemac Private Equity Cash2Keys, $251,500

S. 13th St., 1518: H. Adams to M. Bedon & J. Arnao, $105,000

S. 16th St., 525: M3 6 Realty LLC to T. Cisse, $65,000

S. 16th St., 534: T. Cisse to JCM Realty Investments LLC, $115,000

S. 16th St., 540: B. Ortega to J. & S. Hans, $95,000

S. 19th St., 1216: Medina & Croussett Realty Ventures LLC to C. Merritt, $198,000

S. 20th St., 214: J. Roxbury to JRH Realty LLC, $165,000

S. 20th St., 222: Future View Restoration Co. to SPG Capital LLC, $115,000

S. Front St., 591: T. Buehler to E. & L. Burkholder, $290,000

S. River St., 317: B. Snyder & Truist Bank to M. Cuervo & J. Mullin, $199,000

State St., 1332: A. Cunningham to R. Then, $120,000

State St., 1600: BCR 2 Properties LLC to R. Payano, $265,000

Swatara St., 1613: A. Ayard to J. Barrios & J. Avila, $85,000

Walnut St., 1908: H. Tejada to A. Flores & C. Linares, $175,000

Woodbine St., 622: K. Chow to E. Disla, $143,500

Zarker St., 1943: J. Torres to M. Rodriguez, $155,000

Harrisburg property sales, February 2026, greater than $50,000. Source: Dauphin County. Data is assumed to be accurate.

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March News Digest

February 26, 2026 | by TheBurg Staff

Harrisburg officials exit Dauphin County Courthouse.

Harrisburg Mayor, Council Reach Agreement

Harrisburg City Council has re-funded several previously defunded top city positions following an agreement between council and the mayor.

At a legislative session last month, council reallocated money to fund salaries that they had removed as part of the 2026 budget, a move that had resulted in a lawsuit from Mayor Wanda Williams.

Shortly before the meeting, council and the mayor filed a joint motion in Dauphin County Court of Common Pleas to reopen the case and adopt a joint stipulation that would re-fund the business administrator, project director for business administration/LERTA and create a new director of economic development position. The agreement came after a legal battle between council and the mayor that began with a lawsuit from Williams in early January, in which she alleged that council acted outside of its power.

In the budget, council also removed funding for the police bureau’s director of community engagement and relations and partially defunded the director of building and housing and economic development. Those changes will stand.

“This is not a victory speech. It is a statement of compromise,” Williams said, at a subsequent press conference. “This is a necessary step to move the city of Harrisburg forward.”

As part of the joint motion, Williams agreed to end the practice of appointing “interim” directors without council’s approval, an issue that informed council’s decision to cut funds for some positions.

Council President Danielle Hill also said that council will bring forth legislation that would remove funding for “acting” directors after 120 days on the job without council approval.

“I’m glad we made it to this point where we’re able to have a resolution,” said council member Ausha Green. “We were able to come to an agreement with the administration. “I’m still disappointed that it took lawyers to do so.”

William Penn, February 2026

William Penn Demolition Recommended

Harrisburg school administrators last month recommended demolishing the century-old William Penn High School and turning the cleared property into athletic fields.

After reviewing a slate of options for the district’s long-vacant William Penn building, Superintendent Benjamin Henry presented the administration’s assessment of each possibility to the school board.

Considering all the options’ levels of risk for the district and levels of benefit for Harrisburg students, Henry said that the administration feels that the “best” path for the district would be demolishing the building and constructing athletic fields on the former vocational school’s land.

Athletic fields would be a positive, student-focused move that would help the district expand girls’ athletics, per the administration’s analysis.

“We are growing athletic programs in middle school and especially in our girls’ sports,” Henry explained.

The sprawling building, last in use 15 years ago, sits on an adjoining 27 acres of land overlooking Italian Lake. Officials have weighed what to do with the property since it was vacated.

“I want to make sure everyone understands that this meeting is for the board to understand all the pros and cons over all the proposals, all the options that we’ve been reviewing,” Henry said.

He clarified that the presentation was meant to provide school board members with a comprehensive analysis for informed decision-making in the future.

“This is not just about a building. This is about student safety, fiscal responsibility and educational equality, and again, how we move the district forward,” he said.

City Council, February 2026

Two Apartment Conversions Approved

Harrisburg City Council last month approved two conversions of commercial buildings for residential use.

First, council unanimously approved the second phase of a project to adaptively remake the former Polyclinic Hospital building, at 2601 N. 3rd St., into apartments and commercial space.

The entire project includes renovating all three buildings on the property and constructing over 250 market-rate apartments. Council in November approved the first phase, which outlines renovations to the former nurses’ quarters, the northernmost building.

The second phase targets the largest building on the property and includes creating 130 units with studio, one-, two- and, possibly, three-bedroom configurations. There will also be commercial space, possibly a grocery store, according to developer Pennmark Harrisburg Holdings.

Rent will likely start around $900 per month for studio units and cost closer to $1,400 for one-bedroom and $1,600 for two-bedroom apartments.

Another adaptive reuse project also received the green light from council to renovate a former funeral home at 1332 N. 2nd St. into apartments. The project would add eight units to the five that already exist on upper-level floors.

Developer Breneman Properties plans to construct one-bedroom units, along with one studio and one two-bedroom apartment. Prices will range from around $1,000 to $1,800, a representative for the developer said.

Construction is slated to begin in March and last about eight months.

Council voted 6-1 to approve the project, with President Danielle Hill voting against it, citing a lack of affordable units.

Parks Extension Received

Harrisburg has received an extension to complete several park renovations.

City officials said that they have until March 3 to complete work at 7th and Radnor Park, Gorgas playground, Wilson Park and Reservoir Park, using a state grant.

In October 2022, the city was awarded a $13 million reimbursement grant for COVID relief by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) for improvements at the parks.

Harrisburg is on its fourth extension for the grant funds, which would have originally expired at the end of 2023. The previous extension ended at the end of January.

“We realized that we weren’t going to finish for a variety of reasons,” said Parks and Recreation Manager Kevin Sanders of the latest extension, during a recent City Council meeting. “Reservoir’s still going to have some issues finishing.”

In November, TheBurg reported that three of the parks, not including Reservoir Park, were on track to be mostly finished by the end of December, according to city officials. While officials have now said that those three parks are mostly complete, they’re estimating completion in March or April. No estimated end date was provided for Reservoir Park.

Of the parks, Reservoir Park has the most work ahead as construction just began in November. Plans for the park include creating a splash alley with water features, among other upgrades.

Officials said that earth work has been initiated, with a site layout done and splash pad equipment delivered. Upcoming work includes construction of restrooms, installing electrical piping and relocating internet cables.

“Despite a later project start, work is progressing well and remains consistent with the planned construction sequence,” said a statement from the city to TheBurg.

The statement from Parks and Rec said that the complexity of the project and the location of the splash pad require extensive reviews.

The Broad Street Market on Tuesday, Jan. 27.

Preservation Priorities Set

For the second year in a row, Harrisburg’s historic farmers market tops an annual list of “preservation priorities” for an area historic preservation group.

In late January, Historic Harrisburg Association presented its list of endangered historic structures in the Harrisburg area, naming the Broad Street Market as its top preservation priority for 2026.

“Because it’s so important to the community and to the metropolitan area and beyond, obviously, it’s our first preservation priority at this point,” explained Jeb Stuart, president of HHA’s board of directors.

The market’s 1870s-era brick building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, faced a devastating fire in July 2023. The partially destroyed structure sat vacant for over two years before Harrisburg began the reconstruction process, which was further complicated by a wall collapse in December.

The association’s remaining four preservation priorities for 2026 include:

Former Bishop McDevitt High School, a 95-year-old, neo-Gothic brick building in Allison Hill that served as a school until 2012
William Penn High School, a shuttered, 100-year-old school building near Italian Lake
Balsley House, a dilapidated, Federal-style former grocery store, located beside Sawyer’s in downtown Harrisburg
Riverside Firehouse, a vacant, city-owned former fire station in Uptown that suffered a partial belltower collapse last year

HHA also put about two-dozen other historic structures on its “watch list” for 2026.

Home Sales, Prices Mostly Flat

Harrisburg-area home sales were largely unchanged in January on a year-over-year basis, according to the latest report on previously owned houses.

For the three-county region, 382 homes sold compared to 398 in January 2025, as the median sales price inched down to $270,000 from $277,000, according to the Greater Harrisburg Association of Realtors (GHAR).

In Dauphin County, 180 houses changed hands versus 221 in the year-ago period, as the median sales price rose to $252,000 from $245,897, GHAR stated.

Cumberland County tallied 171 home sales, up from 161 a year earlier, but the median sales price dropped to $299,750 from $335,000, said GHAR.

In Perry County, 29 homes sold, up from 16 the prior January, as the median sales price fell to $249,500 from $283,500, according to GHAR.

The pace of home sales slowed in January, as “average days on market” rose to 40 days from 35 days in January 2025, GHAR said.

So Noted

Dr. Paul Rardin and Dr. Amy Vorhees will lead the Susquehanna Chorale during the 2026-27 season, as the organization conducts a nationwide search to replace Linda Tedford, who is retiring after a 45-year tenure. According to Susquehanna Chorale, Rardin will conduct the Christmas program, while Vorhees conducts the spring performance.

Faniel Yemane will serve as the president of Harrisburg Young Professionals (HYP) for 2026, according to the organization. In addition, Olivia Edwards Rindfuss and Justine Fabian will serve as co-vice presidents, Alyssa Mancuso as secretary and Andrew Essis as treasurer.

Justin A. Tomevi has been elected president of the York County Bar Association. Tomevi is a partner at Lancaster-based Barley Snyder, serving in the litigation practice group, and serves as an adjunct professor at both Messiah University and Eastern University.

Kim Alvarez has been named vice president of philanthropy for the Harrisburg-based Foundation for Enhancing Communities. According to TFEC, Alvarez brings more than 20 years of experience in fundraising and nonprofit leadership. In the role, she will work closely with donors, professional advisors and nonprofit partners to grow local giving and support long-term philanthropic planning.

Lakshmi Polavarapu, MD, has been appointed the interim chief medical officer of Sadler Health Center. In this role, Dr. Polavarapu provides clinical leadership for Sadler’s medical department, according to the community health center that serves Cumberland and Perry counties.

Paul Gellerman last month was named chair of the Broad Street Market Alliance, the nonprofit that oversees the operations and marketing of Harrisburg’s historic farmers market. Gellerman, formerly the board secretary, replaces Tashia James in the post.

Rep. Nate Davidson last month announced his re-election bid to the state House of Representatives. Davidson, a freshman Democrat, represents the 103rd legislative district, which includes a large part of Harrisburg and the west shore communities of Camp Hill, Lemoyne, Wormleysburg and East Pennsboro Township.

Ryan Riley has joined Members 1st Federal Credit Union as senior vice president of marketing. Riley joined the Enola-based financial institution from Harrisburg University, where he led marketing, communications and global partnerships, according to Members 1st.

Changing Hands

Adrian St., 2469: G&W Rentals LLC to N. & N. Bui, $160,000

Berryhill St., 1241: J. Quinones to L. Lopez, $120,000

Berryhill St., 1621: Marini Property Investments LLC to Padmini Estate LLC, $225,000

Berryhill St., 2124: BAJ Holdings LLC to L. Martinez, $160,000

Boas St., 427: C. Kyne to Royal Legacy Investments LLC, $140,500

Briggs St., 1920: Elevation Properties LLC to PACC HBG 2 LLC, $120,000

Brookwood St., 2168 & 2168 Getty’s Alley: Integrity First Home Buyers LLC to JTA Consulting Group LLC, $75,000

Crescent St., 341 & 343: M. & E. Reyes to BZDEL Global Investment LLC, $260,000

Derry St., 2012: M. & L. Lara to DR Properties of PA LLC, $170,000

Derry St., 2500: K. Gonzalez to J. Henriquez & F. Torres, $225,000

Green St., 2915: K. Manderino to M. Heefner & C. Purcell, $425,000

Holly St., 1804: D. Lansanah to Gwen Everett Fashion House LLC, $125,000

Howard St., 1351: M. Nichols to A. Molina, $111,000

Hunter St., 1605: A. & M. Burkhart to B&H Investment LLC, $143,000

Jefferson St., 2225: Easy Exit Home Solutions LLC to Gangsta Girls Real Estate Investments, $73,500

Kensington St., 2314: E. Brown to M. Escalante, $115,000

Linden St., 131: Bridger Investments LLC to A. Bamenda, $151,500

Logan St., 2213: H. Roldan to A. Veres, $85,500

Logan St., 2226: L. Murrell to D. Azor, $160,000

Market St., 1210: City Limits Foundation to Burgos Realty Investments LLC, $128,000

North St., 1712: V. Rivas to J. Torres, $80,000

North St., 1726: M. Dorlean to S. & H. Hernandez, $215,000

North St., 1942A: J. Pavana to E. Nino & M. Ortiz, $65,000

N. 3rd St., 1012: Ex House Buyers LLC to Sarek Properties LLC, $366,000

N. 3rd St., 2007: Portee Properties LLC to Beahive Affordable Housing Outreach Inc., $350,000

N. 3rd St., 2327: G. Reyes to Culcay Remodeling Guagua LLC, $140,000

N. 5th St., 3217: M. & K. Treaster to K. Fowler, $180,000

N. 6th St., 2210: C. Shokes to Melo Rental & Services LLC, $160,000

N. 6th St., 2229: Sky Resort Rentals LLC to Cleveland Association LLC, $207,500

N. 6th St., 2628: HBG Rents LLC to Melo Rental & Services LLC, $160,000

N. 6th St., 2941: G. Rubinstein to T. Nguyen & H. Huyen, $230,000

N. 7th St., 2628: W. & D. Foutres to Echo Propco I LLC, $78,000

N. 15th St., 208: US Bank Trust National Association to S. Almonor, $84,001

N. Front St., 1015 & 1017: R. DiShong to Third Street Realty Co., $575,000

N. Front St., 1101: D. Aldous to Operation Grapevine LLC, $200,000

N. Front St., 2745: Deerfield Capital LLC to KS Max Property LLC, $1,040,000

Paxton St., 1926: J. & M. Intrieri to Baker Property Services LLC, $127,500

Penn St., 2105: T. Hage to J. Loose, $125,000

Penn St., 2447: M. DePhilip & J. Reed to K. & L. Emerson, $110,000

Reel St., 2430: 786 Real Estate to M. Figuereo, $135,000

Reel St., 2717: Top Cash Paid LLC to Anderson Family Trust, $95,000

Regina St., 1820: J. Lamb to G. Ramos, $175,000

Rudy Rd., 1902: J&G Partners LLC to J. Guillen & B. Imbert, $248,000

Rumson Dr., 339: Integrity First Home Buyers LLC to K&I LLC, $110,000

S. 13th St., 512: H. Sostre to Bencosme Realty LLC, $130,000

S. 13th St., 1525: J. Spagnolo to M. Arnao, $112,500

S. 15th St., 12: Dreams2Reality Services LLC to Dreamland Envision Properties LLC, $125,000

N. 16th St., 1204: H. Loje to J. Mancero, $145,000

S. River St., 321 & 323: T. Nazario to P. McVicar & D. Feger, $182,000

Verbeke St., 1414: Boas Street LLC to A. Mills, $145,000

Waldo St., 2623: A Harper to T. Harper & S. Gillespie, $50,000

Harrisburg property sales, January 2026, greater than $50,000. Source: Dauphin County. Data is assumed to be accurate.

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

October 10, 2025 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Chopped cheese sandwich at Bodega Food Co.

This week brought plenty of local news, and as always, we had the scoop on it all. Check out our summed-up stories below and click the links to read more.

Bodega Food Co. recently opened in Midtown, offering unique twists on classic sandwiches and salads, our online story reported.

Family fun is always in season. As the weather changes, try something new and get outside as a family. We have recommendations, here.

Friends teamed up to raise money and fight breast cancer through walking, in our magazine story. The women also formed the Boobs Without Borders walking group.

Gamut Theatre’s “The Revolutionists” explores women’s rights and activism. Read our writer’s summary of the show, in our magazine story. And for a review of the production, click here.

Harrisburg Tool Library will host an open house at its location on N. 3^rd Street, which will open in the coming months, our online story reported. The library, a project of a group of community members, will loan equipment to neighbors.

Home sales and prices rose in September compared to the previous year, our online story reported. For the three-county region, 585 houses changed hands in September versus 573 in September 2024, as the median sales price rose to $297,495 from $275,000

Mayor Wanda Williams announced the recipients of nearly $8 million to support affordable housing. In our online story, find out which projects were awarded.

Nature lovers rejoice, autumn is the perfect time to get outside. Our writer rounds up all the best parks and outdoor activities in his story.

Open Stage is currently performing “Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors” this month. In our review, our writer shares her thoughts on the gothic comedy.

Sara Bozich has her regular list of weekend happenings in the Harrisburg area, right here.

SoMa’s Christmas Market will return to downtown Harrisburg on Nov. 30, our online story reported. The event will include shopping, food and music.

Trick or treat night in Harrisburg will take place on Oct. 30, our online story reported. The city shared the details this week, as well as information about a Halloween event.

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October News Digest

September 29, 2025 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Receiver Named for Governor’s Square

A court-appointed receiver soon will be able to begin work stabilizing a troubled Harrisburg housing development, following a key approval by City Council.

Last month, council unanimously approved a resolution allowing the city to enter into a professional services agreement with Harrisburg-based Midtown Asset Consulting, which will work to bring the beleaguered affordable housing community back into a financially and physically stable position.

“Thank you for your confidence, council,” said Justin Heinly, principal of Midtown Asset Consulting, following the vote. “I appreciate it.”

In late August, a Dauphin County court judge appointed Heinly receiver for the 222-unit complex at N. 5th and Maclay streets.

Uptown Partners, the owner of Governor’s Square, filed for bankruptcy in May 2023. For years, the city issued code citations and condemned properties, and residents complained of quality-of-life issues in units. City officials have previously shared that over half of the units have become vacant and the area has dealt with crime and safety issues.

After unsuccessful attempts to sell the property, and claiming not to have enough money to maintain it, Uptown Partners filed a motion to have a receiver appointed. Heinly said that city Solicitor Neil Grover approached him with the request to take on the project, and the city brought his name forward to the county judge. As receiver, Heinly will step in to control and oversee improvements at the property, while Uptown Partners remains the legal owner.

“It is an extraordinary thing for the city to ask for a receiver,” Grover told council. “But it became Mayor [Wanda] Williams’ determination, ‘What else can we do? These people need help.’”

In March, council approved allocating $250,000 as seed money to help the receiver get started with work at Governor’s Square. According to the resolution, the city will pay the receiver portions of that money monthly and will expect to be reimbursed as money becomes available through rent revenue.

In a previous council meeting, Heinly said that his plan for Governor’s Square would span 10 years and three phases. The first phase would include securing the property and spending six months evaluating the need and creating a restoration budget and plan. In phase two, the receiver would begin implementing the plan and working to get the property to financial stability, which could take two years. The final phase would focus on seeking grants and funding to make capital improvements.

Heinly’s first priority—visiting each occupied unit, making sure residents are safe, and relocating any tenants whose property is not livable.

“Someone needs to get in there and fully assess the situation,” Grover said. “No one who’s an outside entity has assessed it. Our codes people have been locked out.”

The ultimate goal, Grover said, is a sale to a qualified entity, after the property has been fully assessed and stabilized.

Home Sales Decline, Prices Stable

Harrisburg-area home sales dipped in August but prices were relatively stable, according to the latest report on previously owned houses.

For the three-county region, 549 homes sold in August compared to 651 in August 2024, while the median sales price was $300,000, up slightly from $297,000, said the Greater Harrisburg Association of Realtors (GHAR).

In Dauphin County, 242 houses sold in August, a drop from 309 in the year-ago period, as the median sales price edged up to $278,000 versus $270,000 a year ago, GHAR stated.

Cumberland County had 270 home sales compared to 300 for the prior August, with the median sales price rising to $335,000 from $327,250, according to GHAR.

In Perry County, 36 homes sold in August, a drop from 47, as the median sales price decreased to $255,000 versus $300,000 last year, GHAR said.

The pace of home sales picked up a bit, as “average days on market” dropped to 20 days in August versus 23 days in August 2024, GHAR stated.

So Noted

Agape Elixir Bar debuted last month in Harrisburg’s SoMa neighborhood at 23 S. 3rd St. The downtown bar features alcohol-free drinks and cocktails such as hemp-derived CBD drinks, kava, botanical elixirs and hydrogen water (21-plus).

Jay Krevsky, a long-time supporter of Harrisburg’s arts community, passed away in late August at the age of 92. Jay performed in numerous plays and musicals, especially for Theatre Harrisburg, which re-named the Jay and Nancy Krevsky Production Center for him and his wife. Jay also was an educator, serving as a teacher in the Susquehanna Township School District and a principal in the Harrisburg School District.

Justin Douglas last month announced his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for the 10th congressional district, which includes all of Dauphin and parts of Cumberland and York counties. Douglas, a Dauphin County commissioner, will face Janelle Stelson, who announced her candidacy in July. Stelson won the nomination last year before losing in the general election to the long-time incumbent, Republican Rep. Scott Perry.

Kristen Herman last month was named the new executive director of Downtown Daily Bread, a Harrisburg homeless shelter and kitchen. Herman most recently served as the director of prevention services at the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence, leading statewide initiatives for 10 years. The board of directors also promoted Amanda Berman to director of operations.

The Plant Witch opened in late August in downtown Harrisburg at 11 N. 3rd St. The store offers a selection of houseplants, plant care products, ethically sourced crystals, tarot decks, incense and other metaphysical items. Additionally, they plan to host events such as plant pot painting workshops and bingo nights.

Changing Hands

Alricks St., 640: C. & P. Walker to V. & Y. Patterson, $170,000

Argyle St., 10: 1406 Market Realty LLC to 10 Argyle LLC, $150,000

Balm St., 147: J. Shurns to I. Santiago, $125,000

Bellevue Rd., 2111: H. & A. Van Eeden to B. & J. Wade, $489,000

Boas St., 1714: Culcay Remodeling & Guagua LLC to A. Figuereo, $240,000

Boas St., 1831: JDP 2014 LLC to S. Adeseun, $175,900

Briggs St., 207: M. Vogel to Rosebud Capital LLC, $135,000

Briggs St., 1826: R. & D. Requa to L. Saldana, $105,000

Brookwood St., 2432: G and W Rentals LLC to C. Badillo, $162,500

Crescent St., 442: F. Cruz to Rumble Ponies LLC, $123,000

Crescent St., 464: J. Torres to L. Rodriguez, $165,000

Derry St., 1323 & 1626 State St.: Vernon St Apartments LLC to Numbee Realty LLC, $448,000

Derry St., 1408: Evil Empires LLC to L. Ortiz, $130,000

Derry St., 2015: D. Landis to Stein Equities LLC, $110,000

Derry St., 2017: D. Landis to Stein Equities LLC, $105,000

Duke St., 2441: V. & T. Raskot to Rosebud Capital LLC, $148,000

Edward St., 305: Q. & K. Rogers to Real Skincare LLC, $300,000

Evergreen St., 25: R. James to Golden Triangle Investment LLC, $84,000

Forster St., 1926: T. Chan to C. Suarez de Olmo, $150,000

Fox Ridge Ct., 303: M. & L. Sardone to A. Black, $173,000

Green St., 2210: Legacy Cash Offer LLC to JRHeller Com LLC, $90,000

Hale Ave., 391: Propertynet LLC to S. & M. Pillco, $102,000

Hamilton St., 234: K. Muncy to First Choice Home Buyers LLC, $127,577

Hamilton St., 235: G. Huggens to A. Randall, $225,000

Harris St., 443: Keystone Properties Solutions LLC to Val de Vie Estate Investment LLC, $269,000

Herr St., 262: R. Diamond & G. Smith to A. Yodfat, $274,900

Hillside Rd., 112: J. & M. Thompson to C. & A. Semple, $544,000

Holly St., 1809: D&F Realty Holdings LP to R. Felix, $67,565

Howard St., 1345: ST Howard LLC to La Vecine del Comunitario LLC, $95,000

Hunter St., 1623: M3 6 Realty LLC to J. Monegro, $84,000

Jefferson St., 2122: EEM Property Corp. to Equivest Property Co., $65,000

Kelker St., 209: D. Pittman to J. Wanner & A. Silverstein, $250,000

Kensington St., 2118: L. Zheng to 248 S. Quince St. LLC, $121,000

Market St., 1228: J. Bonilla & L. Velasco to 1228 Market St LLC, $258,000

Muench St., 436: TKO Rental LLC to L. Weir, $175,000

Mulberry St., 1947: T. & L. Johnson to N. Rosa, $179,900

Naudain St., 1617: Bridger Investments LLC to Sunrise River Investments LLC, $55,000

North St., 1846: A. Jones to Dobson Family Partnership, $53,599

North St., 1913: J. McNeeley to Blue Key Investments LLC, $110,000

N. 2nd St., 1906: C. Harris to Dobson Family Partnership, $90,000

N. 2nd St., 1917: R. Thomas to Dobson Family Partnership, $115,000

N. 2nd St., 2439: R. Smisl, S. Morrow & M. Sullivan to Integrity First Home Buyers Inc., $125,000

N. 2nd St., 2507: K. Aulenbach & A. Paradise to C. & A. Weaver, $309,999

N. 3rd St., 1910: D. Roa to Kalajula Properties LLC, $195,000

N. 3rd St., 2329: M. Mtere & F. Laoukili to Kindhaus LLC, $218,000

N. 3rd St., 3007: First Choice Home Buyers LLC to YR Holdings LLC, $135,000

N. 3rd St., 3029: Equitable Builds LLC to Golden Triangle Investment LLC, $119,000

N. 4th St., 2216: Sego Realty LLC to J. Frank, $190,000

N. 4th St., 2246: Normans Realty Service Inc. to Prime Realty Solutions 4U LLC, $92,000

N. 5th St., 2425: C. Wilson & R. Jackson to Zestar Estates Pennsylvania LLC, $129,900

N. 5th St., 3122: CJJC Properties LLC to C. Cotto, $205,600

N. 6th St., 2322: H. Dang to Monegro Property Investment LLC, $90,000

N. 6th St., 2333: D. Davis to D. Peachey, $123,700

N. 6th St., 3134: L., F. & K. Miller to 77 Estate LLC, $93,000

N. 16th St., 26: 3Stars Home Care Services LLC to Swan Road Realty LLC, $112,000

N. 16th St., 41: First Choice Home Buyers LLC to Green Island Realty LLC, $134,000

N. 18th St., 53: Avila Estate Investment LLC to F. Vasquez, $150,000

N. 19th St., 1011: A. Bouhach to A. & M. Harrell, $142,000

N. Front St., 1525, Unit 311: J. Eirkson to H. Elliott, $217,000

N. Front St., 1525, Unit 409: M. Anderson to S. & L. Weitzman, $275,000

N. Front St., 1525, Unit 604: D. Baker to W. Spinner & L. Kamenic, $279,900

N. Summit St., 116: M. Sacasari to L. Rodriguez, $135,000

Norwood St., 913½: US Bank Trust National Assoc. to Z&E Holdings LLC, $75,000

Oak St., 646: D. Montes to 646 Oak LLC, $80,000

Oxford St., 618: E. Chattah to BZDEL Global Investments LLC, $133,000

Park St., 1616: Q. Miles & Habitat for Humanity of Greater HBG Area to L. Brown, $68,000

Penn St., 1921: H. Elliott to D. Copenhefer, $222,000

Reel St., 2425: F. & P. Eras to M. Coronel, $100,000

Rudy Rd., 1827: S. & B. Duncan to J. Cornelius, $55,000

Rumson Dr., 2934: L. Perry to Beta One LLC, $91,000

Seneca St., 532: G. Chambers to S. Gayle, $185,000

S. 15th St., 314: F. Walker to Lumastay Properties LLC, $120,000

S. 15th St., 541: R. Jimenez to JRHeller Com LLC, $51,750

S. 15th St., 545: EJB Rentals LLC to D. Miller, $101,000

S. 16th St., 904A: B. Castro to A. Burgos, $186,000

S. 18th St., 169: Sky Resort Investments LLC to C. Mars, $175,000

S. 18th St., 1329: Integrity First Home Buyers LLC to Landscape Linker LLC, $160,000

S. 19th St., 1216: Z. Corey to Medina & Croussett Realty Ventures LLC, $100,000

State St., 1905: A. Lovo to E. Clemente, $60,000

Susquehanna St., 1843: Z. & A. Veres to A. Sackor, $215,000

Swatara St., 2006: A. Shah to N. Shah, $150,000

Swatara St., 2101: R. Gonzalez to C. Morales, $145,000

Sycamore St., 1509: W. Finley to N. Cumba, $208,000

Vernon St., 1407½: Vernon St LLC to La Medio Numero LLC, $70,000

Walnut St., 228: 1422 Route 179 Florida Realty LLC to Sphinx Global Inc., $1,000,000

Woodbine St., 321: V. McCallum to T. el Khou, $145,000

Zarker St., 1429: R. Rammouni to 1429 Zarker LLC, $80,000

Zarker St., 1819: J. Santiago to PACC Homes & Development LLC, $95,000

Zarker St., 1949: B. Oliver to Echo Propco I LLC, $81,000

Harrisburg property sales, August 2025, greater than $50,000. Source: Dauphin County. Data is assumed to be accurate.

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

September 12, 2025 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Agape Elixir Bar is slated to open in downtown Harrisburg.

This week has brought plenty of local news that will help you feel informed and connected to your community. If you missed any of our coverage, we have it all linked below.

Agape Elixir Bar will open on Sept. 23 in the SoMa neighborhood of downtown Harrisburg, our online story reported. The bar will offer non-alcoholic beverages, including hemp-derived CBD drinks, among others.

Bob’s Art Blog takes a look at creative fall happenings. Galleries in the area have many exciting exhibits this month and Bob shares them, in his column.

Capital Region Water said that Market Street, between Evergreen and 13^th streets, will be closed for several weeks, our online story reported. CRW will make repairs to one of the oldest sewer lines in the city.

City Council approved an agreement between Harrisburg and a court-appointed receiver for the Residences at Governor’s Square, a troubled affordable housing development. In our online story, read more about the receiver’s plans to stabilize the bankrupt property.

Food pantries play an important role in curbing hunger in the area, our magazine story reported. The small pantries provide a low-barrier option, making assistance accessible to a wider net of people in need.

Gallery Walk is returning to Harrisburg for the 37^th year on Sept. 14. Find out which artists and galleries will participate, in our magazine story.

Home sales in the Harrisburg area were lower this August compared to last year, but prices remained about the same. Find specific information for the tri-county region, here.

Open Stage has brought back its musical revue “Come Together: A Celebration of the Beatles” for the 40^thyear. Our reviewer shares her praise for the show, here.

Raices Creativas, a local group of artists, will host events to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, our online story reported. The team hopes to bring together the Latino and creative communities for connection.

Sara Bozich has got you covered with weekend plans, offering suggestions from around the area, here.

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September News Digest

August 28, 2025 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Lower-Income Housing Fund Opens

Harrisburg plans to lend support to developers providing housing to lower-income residents.

The city announced last month that it would launch an $8 million Affordable Housing Development Fund to financially assist developers and to expand housing options in the city.

“We are taking bold action to support the kind of housing development that meets the real needs of our community,” said Mayor Wanda Williams. “This is about putting resources where they will have the greatest impact—on the people who call Harrisburg home.”

The Affordable Housing Development Fund is open to qualified developers with experience building or expanding affordable housing within the city. Developers may apply for funds for new construction, expansion of existing units or enhancements. Applications will be reviewed and scored by an independent committee appointed by the mayor.

The money for the initiative came out of the city’s grants fund but was made possible through the federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) program. Harrisburg opted to put $31.4 million of its total $47 million share of ARPA money into its general fund to replace revenue lost during the pandemic. That money then went to pay for regular budget items, such as salaries, therefore freeing up money that usually paid for those things to be allocated to special projects, such as the affordable housing program, said Business Administrator Sam Sulkosky.

City Council, in July 2023, approved moving that money into the general fund, but designated certain projects that the money should fund. One of those was the $8 million for affordable housing, in addition to other projects, such as $8 million to replace the Hall Manor pool.

Applications for the affordable housing funds will be due by Sept. 5.

Building Projects Approved

Several downtown Harrisburg office buildings soon may have a new lease on life as residential spaces.

The Harrisburg Planning Commission last month supported proposals by two developers to turn vacant offices on N. 2nd Street into apartments, as well as a project to construct a new transportation center.

First up was Harrisburg-based WCI Partners, which shared its variance and land development plan proposal for 508 and 510 N. 2nd St. Between the two buildings, the company would construct 11 one-bedroom units, ranging from 435 to 538 square feet.

The planning commission voted to recommend approval of the project, in a vote of 5-1. Board member Vern McKissick was the lone “no” vote, saying that he was in favor of the project as a whole, but didn’t agree with the use of a variance, which would allow the developer to construct more units than the city code typically allows for a building of that size.

McKissick expressed concern that WCI requested the variance, in part, to make the conversion work financially, a subject detailed in the Planning Bureau’s case report for the project.

Dave Butcher, president of WCI, said that financial feasibility was a factor, but that the unique layout of the building was the major reason for the variance. City Planning Director Geoff Knight agreed.

“I do think there are issues beyond the finances of this, as far as combining units and how this building functions as a multifamily unit dwelling,” Knight said. “When you look at what’s the use after the commercial, I think what they’ve laid out makes sense for how the floor plan is laid out.”

Just two blocks from WCI’s project, developer Breneman Properties has proposed transforming three attached office buildings at 315 N. 2nd St. into a 10-unit apartment building.

The commission unanimously recommended approving the conversion.

Both projects will need to obtain City Council approval before breaking ground.

Additionally, the planning commission recommended approval for the lot consolidation and land development plan submitted by Susquehanna Regional Transportation Authority to construct a new transportation center on N. Cameron Street.

SRTA, which operates the Rabbittransit bus system, has proposed demolishing its outdated transfer center and building a new one with a temporary bus transfer center on site. The 15-acre project site is bounded by Herr Street, the Harrisburg Cemetery, State Street and Cameron Street.

Harrisburg’s Parks and Recreation facilities currently sit on the project site, but its offices are slated to move and the buildings demolished.

Market Restoration to Start

Construction at the Broad Street Market is now slated to begin by the end of this month.

Harrisburg officials have told TheBurg that the groundbreaking for the rebuilding of the fire-damaged brick building would move up a month, to Sept. 30.

Previously, the city said that construction would begin at the beginning of September, but more recently, that date was pushed to Oct. 30. But Facilities Director Dave Baker said that the timeline has been expedited due to “the mayor’s prerogative to make this project as expeditious as possible.”

“I’m moving as quickly as I can,” Mayor Wanda Williams told TheBurg. “I want it open ASAP, but I want it done right.”

Williams has approved the final design for the brick building rebuild, which includes preservation of the historic nature of the building, with added HVAC, a mezzanine and ADA compliance. Ultimately, some features may be added or removed depending on funding.

The market’s brick building burned in a devastating July 2023 fire and has been shuttered since.

Baker said that he doesn’t expect insurance money to cover all project costs. Additional money may come from CDBG funds received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and grant opportunities.

Williams and Baker both said that the previously proposed “connector” building, which would have been erected between the brick and stone buildings, is not part of the plan.

Home Sales, Prices Higher

Harrisburg-area home sales and prices both increased in July, according to the latest report on previously owned houses.

For the three-county region, 634 houses sold compared to 608 in July 2024, as the median price rose to $310,000 from $286,000, according to the Greater Harrisburg Association of Realtors (GHAR).

In Dauphin County, 282 homes changed hands, a decrease from 293 in the year-ago period, while the median sales price dipped to $263,750 from $280,000, GHAR said.

Cumberland County reported 314 homes sales versus 281 in July 2024, as the median sales price rose to $340,500 from $295,000, according to GHAR.

Perry County counted 37 sales in July, an increase from 32 a year ago, as the median sales price went to $319,900 versus $275,000 in the prior year, GHAR stated.

The pace of sales slowed somewhat, as “average days on market” rose to 24 days compared to 22 days in July 2024, said GHAR.

So Noted

“A Miracle Community” opened last month in south Harrisburg, off Shanois Street, to accommodate people who need to relocate from a nearby homeless encampment. The new location was necessary due to imminent work to I-83, which will displace the long-time encampment near the PennDOT building.

Bernard “Bernie” Gallagher last month was named executive director of the Harrisburg-based Keystone Research Center, an economic policy think tank. He succeeds Stephen Herzenberg, who founded and led the organization for three decades.

Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning cut the ribbon last month on its newest facility in Middletown. It was the third Early Childhood Education Center, which offers free care and education for young children ages six weeks to five years, following similar facilities in Hershey and Harrisburg.

Dan Miller last month announced that he had accepted the Republican nomination for Harrisburg mayor. Miller, the city treasurer, lost to incumbent Mayor Wanda Williams in the Democratic primary, but secured enough write-in votes to be on the ballot on the Republican side for the November general election.

Jennifer Kuzo will retire after eight years as president of Visit Lebanon Valley, a regional destination marketing organization. She will remain through mid-December as the organization searches for new leadership, according to Visit Lebanon Valley.

Changing Hands

Bellevue Rd., 1958: Y. Porter to JTA Consulting Group LLC, $90,000

Berryhill St., 1955: G. Martin to Wrosado LLC, $130,000

Boas St., 426½: N. Patterson to C. Zeger & K. Jackson, $205,000

Boas St., 1853: L. Portes to First Choice Home Buyers LLC, $100,000

Briggs St., 218: M. Theis & J. LaCroix to S. Toole, $381,000

Brookwood St., 2424: Blessed Investments LLC to H. Duverge, $163,500

Chestnut St., 1919: GW Rentals LLC to 3DST LLC, $109,000

Crescent St., 311: D. Boyle to D. Canario, $56,650

Crescent St., 325: L. Kaighn to BZDEL Global Investments LLC, $112,000

Croyden Rd., 2832: W. Acevedo to E. Jimenez & Y. Rosario, $165,000

Cumberland St., 119: J. Michel to S. Bauer, $215,000

Curtin St., 506: A. Sheaffer to JRHeller Com LLC, $85,000

Derry St., 1615: DKH Homes LLC to 1615 Derry St LLC, $125,000

Derry St., 2029: S. Bailey to JRHeller Com LLC, $144,000

Derry St., 2117: Unite LLC & L. Tran to V. Acosta, $165,000

Emerald St., 315: D&F Realty Holdings LP to D. Lopez, $108,000

Emerald St., 331: JRHeller Com LLC to Chappel Capital LLC, $75,000

Green St., 2148: First Choice Home Buyers LLC to Williams Williams Properties LLC, $170,000

Hamilton St., 346: K. Possinger to A. Louis, $295,000

Hamilton St., 427: Wright at Home LLC to Easton RE LLC, $100,000

Holly St., 1805: Fine Line Real Estate LLC to X. Star, $149,000

Hunter St., 1717: Bloom Investment LLC to T. Ravel, $170,000

Jefferson St., 2359: JRHeller Com LLC to Chappel Capital LLC, $75,000

Liberty St., 1355: Bridger Investments LLC to J. Rodriguez, $200,000

Logan St., 2149: M. Murlin to Beta One LLC, $60,000

Market St., 1905: Y. Elyadin to T. & N. Celestin, $165,000

Midland Rd., 2406: S. Peterson to J. Perry & K. Casino, $250,000

Moore St., 2122: A&K Investment Property LLC to B. Fortune, $152,000

Nagle St., 119 & 709 Showers St.: V. & B. Wagner to E. Konkle, $325,000

Naudain St., 1615: C. Harp to First Choice Home Buyers LLC, $55,000

North St., 1945: M3 6 Realty LLC to Breneman Properties LLC, $82,000

N. 2nd St., 315: Pennsylvania Health Care Associates to Breneman Properties LLC, $370,000

N. 2nd St., 813: J. Rotz to D Martin Rentals LLC, $400,000

N. 2nd St., 2530: K. Dillon & D. Smyler to Blessed Investments LLC, $158,000

N. 2nd St., 3228: T. Underkoffler & J. Kemmerer to S. Kaplan, $297,500

N. 2nd St., 3237: R. Murray to J. Greenly & B. Johnson, $369,999

N. 3rd St., 1637 & 1637½: B. & L. Wickard & ABKB Properties LLC to CAS Group LLC, $75,000

N. 3rd St., 1808: R. Caretti to R. Devitry, $215,000

N. 3rd St., 1938: R. Kline to Capital Acres LLC, $160,000

N. 3rd St., 3002: PA Deals LLC to CC Homes LLC, $85,000

N. 3rd St., 3029: D. Miller to Equitable Builds LLC, $85,000

N. 4th St., 1705: SPG Capital LLC to D. Hetrick, $167,000

N. 5th St., 1540: HBG Rents LLC to Velocity Capital Group LLC, $270,000

N. 5th St., 2449: Gary Neff Inc. & City Limits Realty to TKO Property Holdings LLC, $85,000

N. 5th St., 2600: S. & S. Aiken to EA Capital LLC, $117,250

N. 5th St., 3127: J. Delores to M. Terry & H. Nguyen, $177,000

N. 6th St., 2448: D. Aibangbee to R. Contreras, $160,000

N. 6th St., 2617: W. Williams to A. Abrantes, $70,000

N. 6th St., 2639: N. Amundson to D. Glick, $135,000

N. 6th St., 2951: W. & M. Tomlinson to Housing Urban Development Secretary & Compu Link HUD Division, $184,835

N. 6th St., 3148: E. Einav to C. Agazie, $165,000

N. 7th St., 2964: D&F Holdings LP to BYD Properties LLC, $280,000

N. 13th St., 129: S. Carter to TNT Systems Group LLC, $158,000

N. 14th St., 1220: J. Frye to Jhon Leo Home Renovations LLC, $121,500

N. 14th St., 1311: J. & V. Williams to T. Strawn, $78,585

N. 15th St., 1316: Henderson Hall to Pettis Hall Ventures LLC, $75,000

N. 18th St., 65: M. Frost to Famous Achiever LLC, $108,000

N. 20th St., 25: I. Williams to W. Griffin, $90,240

N. Front St., 1525, Unit 307: P. Gitnik & G. Svrcek to F. al Mousally, $180,000

N. Front St., 1525, Unit 603: G. & N. Naser to C. Strite, $199,900

Penn St., 2307: Mussani & Co. LP to Breneman Properties LLC, $84,000

Reel St., 2436: JRHeller Com LLC to Core 4 Investing LLC, $75,000

Reel St., 2736: Integrity First Home Buyers LLC to J. Soto, $145,000

Ross St., 618: A. Sheaffer to JRHeller Com LLC, $85,000

Rudy Rd., 1833: Normans Realty Services Inc. to Andes Home Solutions LLC, $70,000

S. 14th St., 410: J. Araujo to Bencosme Realty LLC, $100,000

S. 23rd St., 1012: CNK Investments LLC to J. Poremba, $99,900

S. 24th St., 704: J. Abubaca to M. Sanchez & E. Perez, $107,000

S. 26th St., 625: K. Bentzel to Quick Holdings LLC, $140,000

S. Cameron St., 1000 & 1171: Harrisburg PA III LLC and Cushman & Wakefield to Storage Five Harrisburg LLC, $3,300,000

S. Front St., 701: T. Richards & K. Leitzel to H. Whitt, $225,000

State St., 231, Unit 306: CJ3 Properties LLC to G. Vanegas, $151,900

State St., 1708: T. Freed to A. Peachy, $120,000

Summit St., 37: JRHeller Com LLC to Chappel Capital LLC, $75,000

Swatara St., 2056: J. Quailes to JQ 717 Investments LLC, $104,643

Vernon St., 1526: E. Gonzalez to J. Morocho, $70,000

Walnut St., 1311: R. & P. Noss to Leesuer Estates LLC, $123,000

Walnut St., 1423: G. Amador to M. & A. Polanco, $190,000

Woodlawn St., 2600 & 2601 Greenwood St.: Alternative Rehabilitation Communities Inc. to C. & E. Joseph, $310,000

Harrisburg property sales, July 2025, greater than $50,000. Source: Dauphin County. Data is assumed to be accurate.

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

August 15, 2025 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Dan Miller announced his acceptance of the Republican nomination for mayor of Harrisburg.

Have you dug into our August issue of the magazine yet? If not, we have several stories linked below, as well as all of our reporting from this week.

August is best spent beating the heat with family by your side, says our columnist. She takes readers to the Poconos for hiking, swimming and crafting.

Bob’s Art Blog was on the road, traveling to North Carolina, Virgina and back to Harrisburg for a special ribbon cutting. He also previewed several upcoming art happenings, here.

College preparations should begin early, and our writer shares tips for saving from local financial planners.

Dan Miller, a Democrat, announced that he would accept the Republican nomination for mayor of Harrisburg, our online story reported. At his press conference, he made his case for how he would run the government better than the current mayor, who will be his opponent in November.

Home sales and prices both increased in July, our story reported. For the three-county region, 634 houses sold compared to 608 in July 2024, as the median price rose to $310,000 from $286,000.

Ice cream is art, says our columnist, and The Jigger Shop in Mount Gretna has some of the best. Find out more about the history of the café and about upcoming art events, here

International students and officials from local universities share their reactions to recent federal policy changes and rhetoric. Read our magazine story to find out more.

New Cumberland Music + Film Festival will return for its third year with indie movies and music, our online story reported. Organizers hope that the event showcases art and brings people together.

Public transportation in Harrisburg has a flawed past, but officials have positive changes in the works. Our writer takes a look at the system, in our magazine story.

Sara Bozich has a roundup of all of this weekend’s events in the Harrisburg area, here.

Wake & Bake Café recently opened in downtown Harrisburg, serving homemade treats and beverages, our magazine story reported.

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August News Digest

July 30, 2025 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

August News Digest

Development Site Rezoned

A project to turn a former Harrisburg medical facility into apartments took a step forward last month.

City Council approved a zoning change and subdivision for the former Polyclinic Hospital at 2601 N. 3rd St. in Uptown Harrisburg, which a developer has proposed renovating.

In March 2024, Pennmark Harrisburg Holdings, an affiliate of Montgomery County-based Pennmark Management Co., purchased the property and later proposed making it into market-rate apartments with commercial space. As part of the estimated $45 million project, Pennmark would construct 250 to 300 apartment units, along with retail shops.

Council’s approval changed the property’s current Institutional zoning to Commercial Neighborhood zoning and split the land into four separate parcels to aid in development. The project still will require approval for its land development plan.

Also last month, council voted to appropriate about $2 million into the budget, sourced from various city fund balances, to pay money that it owes due to recent litigation. A Dauphin County jury decided in June that Harrisburg underpaid the owner of the former Brenner Motors car dealership when the city took the property via eminent domain several years ago.

In other news, council voted to appoint Basir Vincent, who recently ran unsuccessfully for a council seat, to the Harrisburg Planning Commission.

Large Midtown Development Approved

An expansive housing development in Midtown Harrisburg has the green light to proceed, as it has received a final blessing from the city.

In late June, City Council voted unanimously to approve the land development plan by Midtown Redevelopment LLC to construct townhomes, apartment buildings and commercial space in the area bounded by Reily, Fulton, Sayford and James streets.

In total, the development would include 62 units across more than a dozen townhomes and three 12-unit apartment buildings near the Broad Street Market, some of which would be deemed affordable. The plan also would include 5,500 square feet of commercial space to be used as a “food hall.”

The project includes parking for residents and will have both for-sale and rental units, according to council President Danielle Hill, who added that the developers hope to break ground in November.

At the meeting, council also approved a plan by Commonwealth Charter Academy to partially demolish an old school building at 555 S. 25th St. and construct a new building for staff and administration.

Long-Term Pollution Plan Finalized

A Harrisburg-area utility has finalized a long-term plan that envisions spending over $1 billion on upgrades to reduce waste flow into area waterways.

Last month, Capital Region Water (CRW) stated that it had submitted a final “Pollution Reduction Plan” to state and federal regulators that would spend about $1.43 billion over 40 years to slash waste entering the Susquehanna River and Paxton Creek.

“The plan is technically feasible, cost-effective, resilient, sustainable and keeps our customers’ well-being at the forefront,” said Charlotte Katzenmoyer, CEO of CRW.

For many years, under agreements with federal and state agencies, CRW has been developing and refining a plan to improve Harrisburg’s aged, combined sewer system, which allows untreated wastewater to flow into area waterways during rain events.

That plan now includes a wide variety of system improvements, including pipe replacement and rehabilitation, green infrastructure and water storage systems, work that will continue for about four more decades.

According to CRW, the plan, when complete, will reduce overflows into the Susquehanna from about 90 events in a typical year to 12, and into Paxton Creek from 95 events to 16. Overflow volumes across the entire system would be reduced by 82%, according to CRW.

The project cost and timeline are much greater than previously reported. Previously, CRW had stated that system upgrades should cost about $315 million over 20 years.

According to CRW, the current cost projection of $1.43 billion is dramatically higher because it accounts for inflationary impacts over the long project lifespan. The project’s cost in terms of present value has risen by much less, to $455 million, CRW told TheBurg.

The project’s complexity and high cost has caused the timeline to be extended, CRW stated.

“Extending the implementation period over 40 years will help minimize undue financial strain on our customers,” CRW said, in a statement.

Home Sales, Prices Higher

Harrisburg-area home sales and prices both gained in June, according to the latest report on previously owned houses.

For the three-county region, 634 homes sold in June compared to 593 sales in June 2024, as the median sales price rose to $303,700 from $290,000, said the monthly report from the Greater Harrisburg Association of Realtors (GHAR).

In Dauphin County, 298 homes sold versus 291 in the year-ago period, while the median sales price dipped to $275,000 from $280,000, GHAR said.

Cumberland County had 290 home sales in June against 264 last year, as the median sales price grew to $338,000 from $320,000, GHAR stated.

In Perry County, 36 homes sold, a drop of two sales, while the median sales price rose to $278,500 from $230,000 the prior June, according to GHAR.

The pace of sales slowed slightly, as “average days on market” increased to 22 days in June versus 20 days in June 2024, GHAR said.

So Noted

David Skerpon last month was elected as the new board chair of the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra. In addition, three new members—Richard A. Lewis, Michael Page and Debra Ryan—were named to the HSO board.

Harrisburg School Board approved a $213.1 million budget in late June, which includes a 2% property tax increase. The 2025-26 spending plan was the first budget approved by the full school board in six years, as the district exited state receivership.

Janelle Stelson last month announced that she would run in 2026 as a Democrat for the 10th congressional district, which includes much of the Harrisburg area. Stelson narrowly lost a bid last year to unseat the long-term Republican incumbent, Scott Perry.

JMB Gardens has cut the ribbon on a 41-unit affordable housing development on the 2300- and 2400-blocks of N. 6th Street. NFL player LeSean McCoy was on hand as the owner of the project developer, Vice Capital.

PA State Museum has announced a plan to substantially renovate its mid-century building and update exhibits, adding a fifth-floor event venue to the structure and a 16th-floor observation deck to the neighboring state Archives tower. The $55 million project will result in the museum closing for nearly three years, from August 2026 to until early 2029, according to museum officials.

PennDOT last month reopened the pedestrian underpass beneath Cameron Street near the state Farm Show Complex. The underpass had been closed since February due to concrete deterioration on the ceiling of the walkway.

TheBurg last month was named 2025 News Organization of the Year by the PA NewsMedia Association Foundation, the premier press association in Pennsylvania. This is the fifth straight year that TheBurg has won this prestigious award, which honors all aspects of a news outlet’s operations, including editorial, art, design and sales.

Tower Jewelers opened last month at 7 N. 3rd St., just outside the 3rd Street entrance of Strawberry Square. From the downtown Harrisburg storefront, the shop offers a variety of high-end gold and gemstone jewelry, according to Harristown Enterprises, which owns Strawberry Square.

Changing Hands

Benton St., 603: Equity Trust Co. Custodian FBO John Spencer to F. LaFontant, $95,000

Boas St., 228: A. Afolabi & R. Grant to Avery Nicole Via Trust, $225,000

Boas St., 1814: J. & E. Wilson to First Choice Home Buyers LLC, $55,000

Briggs St., 1947: R. & D. Requa to H. Rahman, $165,000

Catherine St., 1510: N. Tull to KLG Fix Flip LLC, $105,000

Chestnut St., 1201: US Bank Trust National Association to D. Rodriguez, $57,500

Chestnut St., 1840: Silver Lining Holdings LLC to M. Bolos, $125,000

Chestnut St., 1961: F. Olivo to E. Morris, $222,000

Conoy St., 106: M. & K. Neale to T. Roth, $240,000

Derry St., 1632: M. Reyes to S. & D. Lapp, $108,000

Emerald St., 339: BCR 1 Properties LLC to Breneman Properties LLC, $90,000

Emerald St., 521: C. Gibbs to L. Spearman, $141,000

Fulton St., 1706: K. & E. O’Conor to J. & L. Lilley, $211,000

Girard St., 735: Harrisburg Pennsylvania LLC to J. Grasso & J. Rivera, $113,500

Green St., 2150: 2020 Real Estate Ventures LLC to B. Sissoko, $249,900

Green St., 2223: J. & B. Readinger to R. Gonzalez, $185,000

Green St., 2908: A. & A. Carter to J. Gatto & J. Pederson, $680,000

Hale Ave., 412: G. Romain to Integrity First Home Buyers LLC, $90,000

Hamilton St., 427: D. Chase to Wright at Home LLC, $80,000

Harris St., 348: K. Peterson to K. Fisher, $250,000

Hoffman St., 3105: E. Klinger & Z. Rouse to L. Harris, $300,000

Hummel St., 433: N. & C. Acevedo to J. de Leon & S. Cortorreal, $133,000

James St., 1333: C. Linnenbach to L. Klein, $172,000

Jefferson St., 2249: Y. Perez to H. Dhillon & G. Kaur, $145,000

Jefferson St., 2420: R. Shokes to Knight Development and Management LLC, $80,000

Logan St., 1732: M. Schesser Trust to J. Morris, $255,000

Logan St., 2033: Coverex LLC to W. Barrett, $170,000

Manada St., 1948: Paramount Sol LLC to E. Jimenez, $187,500

Mercer St., 2437: D. & K. Keister to West Autumn Holdings LLC, $120,000

Naudain St., 1427: S. Rucker to Lumastay Properties LLC, $110,000

Naudain St., 1602: R. Kabir to Y. Fernandez, $114,000

N. 2nd St., 508 & 510: Partners Five LLC to WCI Partners LP, $365,000

N. 2nd St., 1929: L. Bernard & M. Kline to T. & Y. Jasper, $260,000

N. 2nd St., 2513: J. Khan & L. Dalia to A. Hess, $340,000

N. 3rd St., 212: Atcheson Properties and Beckley & Madden to Capitol Park View LLC, $700,000

N. 3rd St., 1421: E. Papenfuse & C. Lawrence to Heinly Homes LLC, $163,215

N. 3rd St., 1423 & 1423½: E. Papenfuse & C. Lawrence to Heinly Homes LLC, $286,785

N. 3rd St., 1715: J. Jacobs & J. Van Leeuwen to P. Kuhn, $222,500

N. 3rd St., 2331: Eco Builders PA LLC to B. Blackhurst, $295,000

N. 4th St., 2234: BCR 1 Properties LLC to Breneman Properties LLC, $85,000

N. 5th St., 2313: BCR 2 Properties LLC to N. Munoz, $168,000

N. 6th St., 2001: D&F Realty Holdings LP to 2001 N. 6th St. LLC, $466,925

N. 6th St., 2228: E. Jones to Avila Estate Investment LLC, $70,000

N. 6th St., 2624: D&F Holdings LP to I. Vilorio, $200,000

N. 14th St., 224: A. Pacheco to A. & J. de Campana, $140,000

N. 15th St., 235: Howze Carpentry LLC to C. Ashe, $185,000

N. 15th St., 241: H&H Investment LLC to E. Esh, $169,000

N. 15th St., 517: Golden Triangle Investment LLC to Padmini Estate LLC, $160,000

N. 15th St., 1305: BCR 1 Properties LLC to Echo Propco 1 LLC, $90,000

N. 15th St., 1627: SGCRS LLC to M. Nieves, $129,900

N. 16th St., 41: T. Cobb to First Choice Home Buyers LLC, $85,000

N. 17th St., 708: R. Kent to J. & R. Zapata, $200,000

Park St., 1633: M3 6 Realty LLC to APC Real Estate LLC, $63,500

Park St., 1856: W. Griffin to W. Rosario, $149,500

Penn St., 2320: R. McCullough to J. Bonham, $176,500

Reily St., 263: FLTBYS LLC to E. Papenfuse & C. Lawrence, $275,000

Reservoir St., 76: A. Staff to JJ House LLC, $60,000

Shoop St., 1433, 1435, 1437, 1439: J. Limric to TLC Work Based Training Program Inc., $150,000

South St., 105: J. Maxwell to H. Basso, $189,900

S. 9th St., 1125: DB Real Estate & Properties LLC to AMiracle4Sure Inc., $670,000

S. 17th St., 534: H. Reyes to MyMajesty LLC, $73,500

S. 18th St., 161: T. Liang & M. Morales to A. Olivera, $72,000

S. 25th St., 729: Waters Properties LLC to J. & M. Chery, $392,000

S. 28th St., 726: P. Garcia to A. Fernandez, $180,000

S. Front St., 709: L. Foster to C. & P. Ogle, $275,000

Spencer St., 1857: B. Gonzalez to A. Ulloa, $158,000

State St., 106: J. Dorbian to C. Cross, $290,000

State St., 231, Unit 705: Nye & Golub Rentals LLC to Areba Properties LLC, $825,000

Susquehanna St., 1711: N. DeMuro to C. Lucas, $210,000

Susquehanna St., 1815: C&C Homes LLC to PACC Homes and Development LLC, $92,500

Vine St., 119: B. & P. Palmer to J. Tallman, $190,000

Whitehall St., 1851: YT Harrisburg LLC to JK Realty and Home Repair LLC, $435,000

Wiconisco St., 623: Yovany LLC & Rivas Property Investments LLC to BZDEL Global Investment LLC, $128,000

Zarker St., 1425: M. Posey to T. Posey, $120,000

Harrisburg property sales, June 2025, greater than $50,000. Source: Dauphin County. Data is assumed to be accurate.

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