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Creative Path: The new Harrisburg Arts District crafts an inspired walk
Carrie Wissler-Thomas can’t say for sure how the family of tourists from Ohio found their way to the Art Association of Harrisburg. They had visited Hersheypark and the usual suspects around town, but they wanted to see a gallery, and the Harrisburg Arts District now has an app for that.
September Publisher’s Note
At TheBurg, we love getting face time with our readers. That’s why we like September so much, because it gives us multiple opportunities to meet you and greet you. For the past few years, we’ve held an annual blowout that we call “TheBurg Bash.” We started this event to honor our Friends of TheBurg members, to show them how much we appreciate their support, and to provide a communal gathering for some of our biggest fans.
New exhibit at the Whitaker Center draws families into the animation world
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Summer vacation is over for many kids as they head back to school. But some of that learning can also happen outside of the classroom. The Whitaker Center in Harrisburg recently welcomed a new exhibit known as the Animation Academy, which is full of interactive elements that teach both kids and adults the art of animation.
Glass-blowing, oyster fest, all-you-can-eat steak: Here's what's happening this weekend
Despite the holiday weekend, there's quite a bit going on in York County and beyond. From an all-you-can-eat night of grilled Portuguese meats to a glass-blowing glass, an oyster festival and Hanover's chili cook-off, check out the events happening this weekend: ...
Doris S. Schlegel (1937-2024)
Doris S. Schlegel, 87, of Jonestown, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024, at Cedar Haven Healthcare Center, Lebanon. She was the wife of the late David F. Schlegel Sr. Born in Reading on Jan. 8, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Clair and Mary E. (Fenstermacher) Weaver.
Classic Rock Rewind: This month, you can “Go Your Own Way” at Open Stage
This September, the music of Fleetwood Mac will take center stage in downtown Harrisburg as Open Stage presents “Go Your Own Way: A Celebration of Fleetwood Mac.”. This concert promises to be an electrifying tribute, capturing the timeless essence of the iconic group that has defined generations. Formed in...
Palmyra, PA USA
My husband and I were taking a beautiful walk around town today in Palmyra PA, and we had two birthday cards to mail out. So we were right outside of our local post office, and then the bushes hidden was this beautiful quilted heart! He found it and it was so fun and exciting! This is so beautiful, I’m not sure if we are going to keep it or go hide it somewhere else? So to whomever placed it there, thank you so much you are very sweet and may God bless you ✝️💜🙏🏼 #heartsareyourstokeep.
September News Digest
Interior demolition began last month on the Broad Street Market. Harrisburg started demolition inside the market’s fire-damaged brick building after the city declared the market situation an official emergency, according to Matt Maisel, communications director. Maisel said that the city decided to declare an emergency in late July, over...
Hersheypark’s New Ride for 2025 is the Tallest Screamin’ Swing in the World
Hersheypark is a great amusement park and it's not that far away from the Jersey Shore in Pennsylvania. I love when amusement parks announce new rides are coming to their park. And, I know lots of families that visit Hersheypark from New Jersey. Shawn and I would broadcast our show...
Former counselor at Dickinson College charged with child sex crimes
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. — A former counselor at Dickinson College in Carlisle has been charged with child sex crimes. Pennsylvania State Police said 45-year-old Theodore Nugin, of Camp Hill, attempted to set up a sexual encounter with who he believed was a 14-year-old girl. Troopers said the person he...
Penn State vs. West Virginia game features a renewed rivalry for two York County greats
YORK, Pa. — Penn State's season opener against West Virginia is the second year in a row that these two teams will meet to start the year. The anticipation for the matchup includes ties close to south-central Pennsylvania. Penn State QB Beau Pribula and West Virginia RB Jahiem White...
Hershey’s Chocolate World announces upcoming Halloween treats and events
HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM)– Hershey’s Chocolate World is starting the Halloween fun early with the release of new seasonal treats and the return of their annual Trick-or-Treat Trail. According to Hershey, starting in September, Chocolate World is serving a selection of new spooky season-themed drinks, including KIT KAT Witches...
Dover Township Man Charged with Felony for Killing Neighbor's Dog in York County
A Dover Township man has been charged with a third-degree felony related to the shooting death of his neighbor's dog. The 71-year-old, identified as Dean E. Smith, was accused of killing the 2-year-old Akita dog named Porter in January, as per court documents cited by PennLive. Smith claimed he was...
Harrisburg man convicted of pouring boiling water on girlfriend: DA
A jury in Dauphin County convicted a 41-year-old Harrisburg man of aggravated assault and recklessly endangering another person after he poured a pot of boiling water on his girlfriend in 2019, causing severe burns to her skin, and refused to take her to the hospital for multiple days, according to a press release.
City of Harrisburg sees increase in illegal parking by commercial vehicles
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — Parking enforcement officers with the Harrisburg Bureau of Police say they're seeing a growing number of trucks, tractor-trailers, and other large vehicles parking illegally. They are now urging those commercial vehicles to park only in the designated spots found in the city, or they risk getting daily tickets.
Closures on I-81 due to fatal crash involving motorcycle
SOUTH HANOVER TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police have reported a crash involving a motorcycle on I-81 South around 5:30 p.m. on Aug. 31. Southbound lanes are closed at mile marker 82, and traffic is being detoured at exit 85 in South Hanover Township. PennDOT has reported a fatality...
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