TheBurg is Central Pennsylvania’s community news organization, offering a free monthly print publication and daily online coverage dedicated to the greater Harrisburg region. Through local storytelling, we capture the people who live, work, and travel here; the families who make this place home; and the merchants and institutions that shape the fabric of our community. Learn more about TheBurg | Support TheBurg
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Harrisburg soccer club to travel to China for international competition
June 29, 2026 | by Rosena Campana
The next goal for a local soccer club will take the team across the globe.
Journey FC, a recently established… Read More
Easter Eggs: Can you spot all the good stuff happening in Harrisburg?
June 29, 2026 | by Maddie Gittens
Looking from my desk out TheBurg’s office window, I have a straight vantage point to the front of a commercial… Read More
July News Digest
June 29, 2026 | by TheBurg Staff
Downtown Survey Results Shared
The results of a recent survey show that community members are ready and excited for a… Read More
Neighborly Advice: Want to make a difference in your community? Join a neighborhood group
June 29, 2026 | by Lawrance Binda
In early May, I gave a short presentation to Strong Towns Harrisburg, the local affiliate of the national urbanist group.… Read More
July Publisher’s Note
June 29, 2026 | by Lawrance Binda
Like most news outlets, we follow our social media feeds closely.
We like to know which stories people are commenting… Read More
Daily News
Harrisburg soccer club to travel to China for international competition
June 29, 2026 | by Rosena Campana
The next goal for a local soccer club will take the team across the globe.
Journey FC, a recently established… Read More
July News Digest
June 29, 2026 | by TheBurg Staff
Downtown Survey Results Shared
The results of a recent survey show that community members are ready and excited for a… Read More
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
Burg Blog / Opinion
Easter Eggs: Can you spot all the good stuff happening in Harrisburg?
June 29, 2026 | by Maddie Gittens
Looking from my desk out TheBurg’s office window, I have a straight vantage point to the front of a commercial… Read More
Neighborly Advice: Want to make a difference in your community? Join a neighborhood group
June 29, 2026 | by Lawrance Binda
In early May, I gave a short presentation to Strong Towns Harrisburg, the local affiliate of the national urbanist group.… Read More
July Publisher’s Note
June 29, 2026 | by Lawrance Binda
Like most news outlets, we follow our social media feeds closely.
We like to know which stories people are commenting… Read More
Culture
Little Theatre, Big Success: Mechanicsburg’s local theatre celebrated its 75th season this year—and it’s ready for more to come
June 29, 2026 | by Rosena Campana
There are no bad seats at the Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg.
Located in a former 1863 one-room schoolhouse, the venue… Read More
A Camp Classic: “Maddie’s Secret” blends comedy with harsh truths
June 29, 2026 | by Gabriel Brown
“Maddie’s Secret” stars writer-director John Early in drag as Maddie Ralph, an up-and-coming chef on the internet who dreams of sharing… Read More
Musical Notes: Hot Days, Hot Tunes
June 29, 2026 | by Skye Cadzow
Whether you stay local or hit the road to catch artists playing throughout the region, Harrisburg is in for a… Read More
Around The Burg
Harrisburg soccer club to travel to China for international competition
June 29, 2026 | by Rosena Campana
The next goal for a local soccer club will take the team across the globe.
Journey FC, a recently established… Read More
Wheel Keep Spinning: Recycle Bicycle pedals forward, without its founder, on firm footing
June 29, 2026 | by Maddie Gittens
On a warm Monday afternoon, 10-year-old Esteven zipped around the parking lot of Recycle Bicycle on his new green and… Read More
“Check Out” These Tools! Powered by donations and volunteers, Harrisburg’s tool library provides an affordable path for home projects
June 29, 2026 | by Alexandra Jones
Amy Dunshee and her husband pulled up to the Harrisburg Tool Library as soon as it opened at 5:30 p.m.… Read More
Family Time
Peeper, Meet Baby Cakes: Introducing a second cat takes time, technique
June 29, 2026 | by Susan Ryder
“What are we going to do with this cat?” I thought.
The cat in question was a dainty, little tiger-striped… Read More
Adventure Together: Learn all about moths and butterflies this month with hands-on activities and gardening
June 29, 2026 | by Natalie diSanto
While camping a few weekends ago, a tiny white moth crawled across our picnic table.
It was a small action… Read More
New Kind of Play: The Harrisburg area has many one-of-a-kind playgrounds, perfect to get the wiggles out
June 29, 2026 | by Gina Napoli
When I was a younger mom, my boys would play anywhere. It was all about action, speed, who could slide… Read More
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
Sports & Health
Harrisburg soccer club to travel to China for international competition
June 29, 2026 | by Rosena Campana
The next goal for a local soccer club will take the team across the globe.
Journey FC, a recently established… Read More
Wheel Keep Spinning: Recycle Bicycle pedals forward, without its founder, on firm footing
June 29, 2026 | by Maddie Gittens
On a warm Monday afternoon, 10-year-old Esteven zipped around the parking lot of Recycle Bicycle on his new green and… Read More
Lifts & Licks: French bulldogs mix pets with reps at local fitness center
June 29, 2026 | by Colin McGuire
Like most college seniors, Noah Parsons didn’t have a lot of money.
Still, he scraped together enough to do something… Read More
Food
Flowery Fare: Zucchini blossoms make for a tasty summertime dish
June 29, 2026 | by Rosemary Ruggieri Baer
One of my favorite downtown Harrisburg summer dining memories is sitting outside Rubicon/Mangia Qui on North Street. We were there… Read More
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
Special Sections
Kibble Assist: Groups, individuals make sure Fido gets fed
June 29, 2026 | by M. Diane McCormick
On a visit to Harrisburg Area Food Pantry, Wally Nieves of Steelton selected meat, bananas and a bag of dog… Read More
Lifts & Licks: French bulldogs mix pets with reps at local fitness center
June 29, 2026 | by Colin McGuire
Like most college seniors, Noah Parsons didn’t have a lot of money.
Still, he scraped together enough to do something… Read More
Cat Comfort: Mechanicsburg Community Cats offers support, services for area strays
June 29, 2026 | by Ashley Andyshak Hayes
Marcy Domen is an animal lover. She had cats as a child growing up in central Pennsylvania, and says they… Read More
Community Comment
Community Comment: Neighboring for Change
June 29, 2026 | by Chad Frey
There is a wise saying that “it takes a village.”
If you haven’t heard this one before, the gist is… Read More
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
Happenings
Passing of History: Salutes to the family, the flag mark July 4 weekend in Linglestown
June 29, 2026 | by Phyllis Zimmerman
For Michelle Zandome, the Independence Weekend Family Celebration is all about “Americanism and children and youth.”
Zandome, a Linglestown American… Read More
Happenings: Our July calendar of events
June 29, 2026 | by Missy Smith
Museums & Art Spaces
AACA Museum
161 Museum Dr., Hershey
717-566-7100; aacamuseum.org
“Imperial: Chrysler’s Handcrafted Masterpiece,” through Oct. 18… Read More
Community Corner: Notable July Events
June 29, 2026 | by Missy Smith
Community Corner
Scavenger Hunt
July 1-31: Kids are invited to New Cumberland Public Library, 1 Benjamin Plaza, to search for… Read More
Community Announcements
Grammy Winners, Storied Bands, and Fraggle Rock: Whitaker Center Announces Diverse Fall Performance Lineup
June 29, 2026 | by Admin
From Grammy Award-winning musicians and legendary rock tributes to beloved family entertainment and cult-classic film experiences, Whitaker Center is bringing… Read More
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
TheBurg is Central Pennsylvania’s community news organization, offering a free monthly print publication and daily online coverage dedicated to the greater Harrisburg region. Through local storytelling, we capture the people who live, work, and travel here; the families who make this place home; and the merchants and institutions that shape the fabric of our community. Learn more about TheBurg | Support TheBurg