Daily News

The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

June 26, 2026 | by TheBurg Staff

From an auction of former Harrisburg Mayor Steve Reed’s artifacts to the opening of a new apothecary-themed N. 2nd Street… Read More

Harrisburg forester reminds residents of proper tree removal, planting process

June 26, 2026 | by Maddie Gittens

When Harrisburg Forester Cody Legge heard concerns this week about a row of large trees coming down on Muench Street,… Read More

July 4th Food Truck Festival and summer music series coming to Harrisburg next week

June 26, 2026 | by Maddie Gittens

The popping of fireworks and banging of drums will ring out over Harrisburg starting next week. The city on Friday… Read More

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Burg Blog / Opinion

Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

June 25, 2026 | by Sara Bozich

What you’ll find below: For something new: Madame Rochéle’s Apothecary opens Friday; Chase the Rainbow Pride Bar Crawl on Saturday… Read More

Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

June 18, 2026 | by Sara Bozich

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA! What you’ll find below:… Read More

Burg Review: Enjoy a rom/com romp with Theatre Harrisburg’s fun, light “I Love You, You’re Perfect . . . Now Change”

June 14, 2026 | by Gina Napoli

Capping off their 100th year, Theatre Harrisburg brings us the off-Broadway romantic musical comedy “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now… Read More

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Culture

Local spaces will turn into stages as international music collaborative comes to Harrisburg

June 16, 2026 | by Rosena Campana

Community talent showcases are coming to Central Pennsylvania. Sofar Sounds, a globally recognized community of artists that collaborate to showcase… Read More

Harrisburg-area LGBTQ elders are forming connections and community with monthly meetups

June 16, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones

Tables of pizza, a disco ball, and live music set the scene for a Wednesday Pride Month luncheon with dozens… Read More

Burg Review: Enjoy a rom/com romp with Theatre Harrisburg’s fun, light “I Love You, You’re Perfect . . . Now Change”

June 14, 2026 | by Gina Napoli

Capping off their 100th year, Theatre Harrisburg brings us the off-Broadway romantic musical comedy “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now… Read More

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Around The Burg

Harrisburg forester reminds residents of proper tree removal, planting process

June 26, 2026 | by Maddie Gittens

When Harrisburg Forester Cody Legge heard concerns this week about a row of large trees coming down on Muench Street,… Read More

July 4th Food Truck Festival and summer music series coming to Harrisburg next week

June 26, 2026 | by Maddie Gittens

The popping of fireworks and banging of drums will ring out over Harrisburg starting next week. The city on Friday… Read More

Harrisburg school board advances 2026-27 budget, with smaller property tax hike than initially proposed

June 24, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones

The Harrisburg school board advanced a $227.1 million budget with a proposed 1.5% property tax increase Tuesday. The budget will… Read More

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Family Time

Time Out: In a world where tech is unavoidable, parents can help their kids use it wisely

May 28, 2026 | by Susan Ryder

How much screen time is too much screen time? And how is all this screen time affecting children’s learning, attention… Read More

Adventure Together: Explore the west shore of the Susquehanna in June, while snacking, splashing and crafting the summer days away

May 28, 2026 | by Natalie diSanto

June is the month when children are freed from the classes and hallways of school. They’re ready to roam about… Read More

Pitch Your Tent: Camping with your kids can create “magical,” core memories if you plan ahead and laugh through the mishaps

April 29, 2026 | by Gina Napoli

I have amazing memories of childhood camping trips. Whenever I see pinecone birdfeeders or macrame anything, my inner child transports… Read More

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Business

Downtown revitalization public workshops wrap; business owner focus group planned for next month

June 26, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones

The PA Downtown Center held its last day of public workshops for Harrisburg’s downtown revitalization plan Thursday, wrapping up a… Read More

Apothecary-themed bar with weekend tea service to open downtown this weekend

June 25, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones

Have an itch for something a bit different in downtown Harrisburg? Then good news: Madame Rochéle’s Apothecary, a new cocktail… Read More

Jewish Federation to list Grass Campus for $8.3 million, elect new board of trustees

June 19, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones

The Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg is listing its 6.4-acre Alexander Grass Campus for $8.3 million, according to organization transition… Read More

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Sports & Health

Wing Thing: Last year, Harrisburg was named a “Bird Town.” Now, that’s something to chirp about.

May 28, 2026 | by M. Diane McCormick

“I just saw two geese going by with seven goslings,” Donna Opuszynski told me when we met at a prime… Read More

TFEC + TheBurg: Partners in Purpose: Beacon Clinic builds health through care, community and collaboration

May 28, 2026 | by Admin

Located in Uptown Harrisburg, Beacon Clinic for Health and Hope serves uninsured and underserved adults in Dauphin, Cumberland and Perry… Read More

Mr. Bicycle: Honoring Ross Willard, founder of Recycle Bicycle

May 28, 2026 | by Lawrance Binda

Last month, Harrisburg lost one of its most dedicated and charismatic public advocates, Ross Willard. Ross, 75, was the founder… Read More

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Food

Farm Show milkshake pop-ups to take place across PA for “Dairy Month”

May 29, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones

Get ready for an udderly delicious month. In celebration of June Dairy Month, the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association announced Friday that… Read More

Halal restaurant coming to downtown Harrisburg, slated to open next month

May 26, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones

Harrisburg soon will welcome a new Halal restaurant downtown. Crispy Halal, located at 209 N. 2nd St., will open as… Read More

Treat Yourself: In Harrisburg, bakeries seem to flourish while other businesses struggle. We wondered why

April 29, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones

It’s the morning of the first-ever Harrisburg Bakery Crawl, and pastry fiends are buzzing up and down N. 3rd Street.… Read More

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Special Sections

Everyone Is Welcome: This month, you’re invited to the 33rd Annual Free Shakespeare in the Park

May 28, 2026 | by Hope Mackenzie

Gather your picnic blanket, favorite snacks and best friends—Free Shakespeare in the Park is back for its 33rd year. Since… Read More

A Harrisburg Holiday: Summer in Harrisburg can feel like a dreamy vacation, if you make the effort

May 28, 2026 | by Maddie Gittens

In April, my husband and I visited Paris for the first time and fell in love with the city. Along… Read More

Hand-in-Hand: Juneteenth HBG continues to celebrate freedom, Black culture, confidently

May 28, 2026 | by Maddie Gittens

As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary this year, it’s important to remember that July 4th was just the… Read More

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Community Comment

Community Comment: Something Is Changing in Harrisburg—and It’s Happening in the Spaces Between

May 11, 2026 | by The Rimes Family

If you’ve spent any time in Harrisburg lately, you may have noticed it. People are lingering a little longer. Working… Read More

The Lowengard Building: A Blueprint and Call to Action for Harrisburg

November 24, 2025 | by Chris Dawson

What needs to be done to bring back Harrisburg’s thriving downtown? Harrisburg is a beautiful, vibrant city that isn’t living… Read More

Making Healthcare More Affordable in Central PA

September 29, 2025 | by Todd Shamash

As a company founded in Harrisburg nearly 90 years ago, Capital Blue Cross has always had a vested interest in… Read More

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Happenings

Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

June 25, 2026 | by Sara Bozich

What you’ll find below: For something new: Madame Rochéle’s Apothecary opens Friday; Chase the Rainbow Pride Bar Crawl on Saturday… Read More

Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

June 18, 2026 | by Sara Bozich

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA! What you’ll find below:… Read More

Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

June 11, 2026 | by Sara Bozich

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA! What you’ll find below:… Read More

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Community Announcements

Pennsylvania Leads Charge in Record-Setting Q1 for Online Casinos

June 24, 2026 | by Admin

America’s online casino revenue reached a record high in the first quarter of 2026. Pennsylvania was at the forefront. First,… Read More

Harrisburg Homeowners Can Now Get Multiple Lawn Care Quotes in Minutes with GreenPal

June 23, 2026 | by Admin

Finding reliable lawn care in Harrisburg, PA can be frustrating. Whether you’re looking for weekly lawn mowing, recurring grass cutting,… Read More

Why Low-Commitment Digital Spending Appeals to Consumers in a Tighter Economy

June 5, 2026 | by Admin

As household budgets come under more pressure in Harrisburg and beyond, consumers are becoming more selective about how they spend… Read More

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