The City of Harrisburg is the capital of Pennsylvania, and a vibrant, diverse place to live life. It's a great place to call home!
The City of Harrisburg is a dynamic, vibrant and diverse city that is on the move.
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Reminder that the deadline to submit your Artsfest 2022 sticker design is Sunday, May 1 at 11:59pm. One design will be selected and will be featured on the free stickers distributed at the event. The winner will receive $200 for their work. View the event webpage for the application and rules – https://harrisburgpa.gov/artsfest.
We're HIRING!
If you're looking for a fun summer job, Parks and Recreation, City of Harrisburg is the place to look. We are hiring lifeguards, pool managers, pool monitors, site leaders, and recreational assistants. Pay is up to $18/HR!
Interested? Sign up here: https://laserfiche.harrisburgpa.gov/Forms/Seasonal-Employment-Application
We're HIRING!
If you're looking for a fun summer job, the City of Harrisburg is the place to look. We are hiring lifeguards, pool managers, pool monitors, site leaders, and recreational assistants. Pay is up to $18/HR!
Interested? Sign up here: https://laserfiche.harrisburgpa.gov/Forms/Seasonal-Employment-Application
REMINDER: Today, Monday April 18, is the deadline for you to file your Local Earned Income Tax return. It can be filed and paid online at https://efile.keystonecollects.com/#/login
The Business Privilege/Mercantile tax is due today, as well. Blank forms are available on the city website by visiting this link: https://cityofharrisburg.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/204527970-Business-Privilege-and-Mercantile-Tax-Return
SECOND STREET UPDATE:
Construction continues to move forward on time along 2nd Street in Harrisburg's Midtown and Uptown neighborhoods. Paving will start tomorrow, Tuesday April 19.
Read more about the update here ⬇️
Paving along 2nd Street in Harrisburg's Midtown and Uptown neighborhoods will begin Tuesday, April 19.
Hope everyone had a great holiday weekend! Today's Pic of the Day comes to us from Michael Yatsko Photography, submitted to us via Instagram.
You can submit your photos to us as well by tagging us on Facebook at Harrisburg PA or on Instagram or Twitter .
The Martin Luther King Jr. City Government Center will be closed today because of the holiday.
Our offices will reopen Monday, April 18. Have a great weekend!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
The 10th annual Great Harrisburg Litter Cleanup is happening next Saturday, April 23 from 8a-12p, and Tri County Community Action needs your help. Check out this piece we put together highlighting the great work they do.
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Look who made a surprise stop into the Mayor's Office today? It's comedian and former MTV star Bill Bellamy. He's at Club XL tonight so check him out!
Earlier today, Mayor Williams was pleased to join M&T Bank and Harrisburg University of Science and Technology to introduce a new Capital Region Multicultural Small Business Innovation Lab for Greater Harrisburg entrepreneurs. Startups can win $5,000 to go towards their new business!
SIGN UP HERE: https://mtbank.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9NwMYV1V6AUk8M6
WATCH TODAY'S PRESS EVENT HERE: https://youtu.be/UvWJXi8NrV4
"We can't do this without your help. We need you to take pride in your neighborhood."
This week, Mayor Williams and Bryan Davis of the Harrisburg Redevelopment Authority did a walking tour of South Allison Hill to see which vacant homes the city can reinvest in and create affordable housing.
One of Mayor Williams' top priorities is to create more affordable housing, and it starts with going block-by-block throughout the capital city.
City of Harrisburg Project Manager Percy Bullock updated our press partners today on the ongoing 2nd Street construction project. which will be two-ways this June and fully completed this November.
You can read more about it here: https://harrisburgpa.gov/harrisburg-second-street-construction-two-ways-on-time/
PLAY BALL! Mayor Williams, alongside her grandchildren, welcomed the 35th season of Harrisburg Senators baseball on City Island with the throwing of the ceremonial first pitch. Right before her, Penn State legend Lavar Arrington tossed the first pitch as well!
You've probably seen or experienced the construction along 2nd Street. Here's the story behind it:
The project is ON TIME; it will be two-ways by June, with the project fully complete by November. The goal is to make 2nd Street safer and more beautiful for traffic and homeowners. This includes putting roundabouts in three intersections.
Our City Project Manager Percy Bullock walks you though what you can expect for the next six months.
Happy Opening Day! Today's Pic of the Day is all about the Harrisburg Senators, who begin their 35th season on City Island, with a 6:30 start against the Portland Sea Dogs.
Mayor Williams and her 12 grandkids will throw out the ceremonial first pitch around 6:15! Hope to see you there!
And please submit your best pictures of the capital city by tagging Harrisburg PA on Facebook!
Good morning! Hope your day starts as sunny as this beautiful mural at the corner of Market & 13th. It's our Harrisburg PA Pic of the Day. Like, share, and spread some happiness!
You can send us your photos by tagging us on Facebook or on Twitter and Instagram, and maybe we'll use it for an upcoming Pic of the Day!
Harrisburg Public Works today started work on demolishing the building on Market & Evergreen. This historic property was the one-time home of former Pa. Lieutenant Governor Edward Biedleman, 1919-1922.
This is another example of the city looking to beautify blight.
📣 Calling all artists! 📣
Showcase your talent by designing the official 2022 Artsfest sticker. Designs must be submitted digitally by May 1, 2022 to be considered.
One design will be selected and will be featured on the free stickers distributed at the event. The designer of the winning entry will receive $200 for their work.
Find the application form and rules at https://harrisburgpa.gov/artsfest.
"This is a historic day, not just for African Americans, but for all of America. Justice Jackson represents the best in all of us."
Mayor Williams releases this statement on the historic confirmation of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams celebrates and thanks the U.S. Senate for confirming Justice Jackson to the Supreme Court.
Since 2020, the City of Harrisburg has offered rent, mortgage, and utility relief to hundreds of capital city families and individuals because of the COVID-19 pandemic. If you still need assistance, there are limited funds left! Please contact the Dept. of Building and Housing Development for help.
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Great photo sent to us on Instagram by Bentley Waffles (https://www.instagram.com/bentleywaffles/). It's our Harrisburg PA Pic of the Day and you can send in yours by tagging us on Facebook, tagging on Twitter and Instagram, or emailing [email protected].
It may be rainy today, so let's brighten your day with a little spring bloom from last Friday. Today's Harrisburg PA Picture of the Day was taken by Barry Ciccocioppo overlooking the train station, with the trees exploding! Cover your eyes and nose if you get allergies!
Send your capital city photos our way by tagging us or emailing [email protected].
COMING SOON: CHUTES AND LADDERS!
This week, Mayor Williams, alongside city and state leaders, broke ground on a historic new playground in Reservoir Park. The "Chutes and Ladders Playground" will provide a safe, spacious place for Harrisburg kids to bring the popular board game to life. Check out what you may have missed from our groundbreaking ceremony!
READ MORE HERE: https://harrisburgpa.gov/mayor-wanda-williams-harrisburg-groundbreaking-chutes-ladders-playground/
The City of Harrisburg’s Annual will be held in Riverfront Park from May 28th to May 30th. The City is seeking quotes for stages, tents, seating, and audio sound services for both the Jazz stage and Kids stage. features over 150 juried artisans from across the country selling handcrafted items in 16 categories, such as pottery, painting, fiber, metal and more. The festival also features live entertainment, kids activities, food trucks and more. Over 40,000 attendees are expected. RFQ details can be found on harrisburgpa.gov/purchasing or by contacting [email protected].
Chutes and Ladder Groundbreaking at the Reservoir Park. Please see our press event below:
https://youtu.be/ETjG7abZgME
Check out our amazing photo of the day taken by a City employee and submitted to us on our page. Thank you!
Today Mayor Williams attended United Way Youth Day of Caring on City Island. See below the footage of the event.
Check out our amazing photo of the day taken by Michael Yatsko and submitted to us on our Instagram page. Thanks, Michael!
Today's Press Conference addressed Cab Shooting Arrest. You can watch it here:
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Check out our amazing photo of the day taken by Cristina Sepulveda Chacon, and submitted to us on our page. Thanks, Cristina!
TRAFFIC ALERT!
For more details, visit: https://harrisburgpa.gov/city-engineer-traffic-alert/
Check out our amazing photo of the day taken by Eileen Smith, and submitted to us on our page. Thanks, Eileen!
Check out our Harrisburg PA Picture of the Day. This one submitted to us on Facebook from Jonathan Edwards - 570 Drone. It's a couple weeks old at this point from the St. Patrick's Day Parade, but who can resist the adorable Dalmatian!
Send your photos to us by mentioning us on Facebook or tagging on Twitter or Facebook.
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