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CITY OF HARRISBURG OFFICIALS TO HOLD VIRTUAL TOWN HALL THURSDAY
HARRISBURG - City of Harrisburg officials are holding a virtual community town hall Thursday to discuss Bill 8. This bill establishes a Citizens Law Enforcement Advisory Committee, and resolution providing guidelines for the review of use of force policies and...
City of Harrisburg Launches “#ChooseHBG” Local Spending Campaign
HARRISBURG – The City of Harrisburg is launching an initiative to encourage people, businesses, and local government to prioritize local spending for products and services. This campaign, known as “Choose Harrisburg” (#ChooseHBG), focuses on shifting more dining,...
CITY OF HARRISBURG TO HOLD PUBLIC MEETING ON NORTH 6TH STREET VISION ZERO PROJECT UPDATES
HARRISBURG - The City of Harrisburg is holding a public meeting to provide Vision Zero project updates on the Boas Street to Reily Street section of North 6th Street. When: Saturday, July 18, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Where: Broad Street Market (outdoor area between...
RESERVOIR PARK GREENHOUSE RECEIVES $25,000 GRANT FROM CENTRAL PA FOOD BANK
The City of Harrisburg’s Reservoir Park greenhouse has been awarded a $25,000 grant from the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank. The grant will be used towards refurbishing the greenhouse and on-site community gardens. “I am very thankful to the Central PA Food Bank for...
Commercial Refuse Credit Announcement
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HARRISBURG CITY OFFICES TO REOPEN ON MONDAY
HARRISBURG – Mayor Papenfuse has announced the reopening of City buildings to the public on Monday, July 6th. For the health and safety of visitors and staff, policies and procedures have been established for entrance into any City of Harrisburg office. The MLK City...
MAYOR PAPENFUSE ANNOUNCES UPDATES TO “SATURDAY NIGHTS IN THE CITY” RESTAURANT INITIATIVE
HARRISBURG - In partnership with the Downtown Improvement District, the City of Harrisburg announces the popular “Saturday Nights in the City” will continue until the end of August. Certain City streets are closed to traffic Saturday evenings for expanded outdoor...
CITY OF HARRISBURG ANNOUNCES INITIATIVE TO ADDRESS FIREWORKS SAFETY CONCERNS
HARRISBURG – In an effort to deter the illegal use of fireworks within City limits, a carefully monitored community event will be held on July 3rd at four designated locations. Fire Department officials will be at each site to ensure safety and provide instruction on...
FREE STREET PARKING ON JULY 4TH IN THE CITY OF HARRISBURG
HARRISBURG – Park Harrisburg will not be enforcing metered street parking on Saturday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. City of Harrisburg offices will be closed on Friday, July 3rd. Metered street parking will still be enforced on July 3rd.
CITY COUNCIL TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARING AND WORK SESSION TODAY
HARRISBURG – City Council is holding a Public Hearing on Tuesday, June 16 at 5:30 p.m. on Bills 4-2020, 5-2020, and 7-2020. The public is invited to attend the virtual hearing and provide comment via phone. Residents may also email [email protected] for...