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Cumberland County bakery awarded grant; announces expansion
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — A locally owned bakery in Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, was recently awarded a grant to help support its upcoming expansion project. Talking Breads is owned and operated by Cumberland County natives Shana and Joseph Amsterdam, who first debuted their bakery business back in 2014 out of their farm home in Perry County.
SU Magazine Summer Edition Now Available
The latest summer edition of the SU Magazine is now available, featuring several exciting updates for the alumni and university community. In this issue, we honor Jeff Coy ’73 for his contributions and achievements. Additionally, we are pleased to welcome two new members alongside one student representative to the Council of Trustees. In another highlight, a distinguished Shippensburg University alumnus will be returning to perform at the Luhrs Center, marking a special occasion for the community.
Storywalk® Trails Near Harrisburg PA that Combine Reading & Nature
Imagine blending the joy of reading with the beauty of the great outdoors—sounds like a perfect match, right? That’s exactly what StoryWalk® Trails offer, and they’re blossoming across Cumberland and Dauphin Counties, Pennsylvania. These trails are more than just a stroll in the park; they’re a wonderful way to inspire both a love for nature and a passion for literacy in young and old alike. Here’s everything you need to know about these delightful trails and where you can find them in your area.
Adventure Together: Spend Labor Day weekend on the water, at the farm or in a hands-on learning center
With Labor Day at the beginning of many school calendars, we can debate whether the educational system aims to throw a wrench in recently rewelded schedules or provides a break after building new routines. Whatever the intent (if there is one), Labor Day offers an opportunity for adventuring to be temporarily unbound from afternoons and two-day weekends, allowing families to enjoy September in central PA early this month.
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