Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
Good morning, Harrisburg.
The Hershey Company will begin repairing the smokestacks off East Chocolate Avenue in Derry Township on Feb.
19 by repositioning and re-securing metal straps during an 11-hour operation (if weather delays, work will move to Feb. 20) in preparation for a spring restoration project.
Thrive Housing Services (THS) opened a warming center for 10- to 24-year-olds near the Broad Street Market in Harrisburg.
The center (operating from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.) offers meals, warmth, and social service referrals and is part of plans for low-income apartments and a pay-what-you-can eatery by November.
Thrive Housing Services opened a warming shelter for youth experiencing homelessness yesterday (1122 N.
3rd St.) in Midtown, offering a safe space to rest, snack and connect with support services. They also plan to launch a pay-what-you-can restaurant and renovate apartments by year’s end, pending funding.
The Delaware River watershed (vital for drinking water and recreation) received $12.5M from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to support 30 conservation projects across four states; Pennsylvania will use $4.3M of its share to restore habitats, improve water quality and boost public boating access.
Green Lumber updated its consumer alert on Feb.
13 regarding counterfeit dietary supplements sold in genuine packaging that contain tadalafil. The recall targets only lot LOT308EXP03/28 and customers should discard any product with that number immediately.
Yonder Mountain String Band Live Performance
8-10 p.m. — XL Live — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience the innovative sounds of Yonder Mountain String Band who are at the forefront of progressive roots music.
Elevation Worship Concert
7-9 p.m. — Giant Center — Tickets from $105 — Experience an uplifting evening of worship music with Elevation Worship.
Pennsylvania RV Supershow
11 AM-5 PM — Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center — Tickets for adults, kids 16 and under free — Explore the latest RV models and enjoy family-friendly entertainment at this premier showcase.
PA Home + Garden Show
12-8 p.m. — Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center — $10 parking, promo code available — Explore innovative home improvement solutions and gardening trends with experts.
Ballyhoo! with Artikal Sound System
7-8:30 p.m. — XL Live — Last-minute tickets available — Experience energetic reggae vibes with Ballyhoo! and Artikal Sound System.
Permitting Without Pain: Part 1
7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Capital Union Building — $225 members, $525 non-members — Explore permitting best practices and compliance in a comprehensive workshop with DEP experts.
Herbal Alchemy Exploration
6-7 p.m. — Agape Elixir Bar — Free samples included — An evening of magical herbal explorations awaits.
Keystone Nationals Indoor Truck & Tractor Pull
March 19-21 — Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center — Check event page for pricing — Experience the excitement of top trucks and tractors competing in a thrilling indoor setting.
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