Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of May.
Good morning, Harrisburg.
A section of the Susquehanna River will be restricted from May 21 through May 25 as buoys steer boat traffic around Harrisburg International Airport in preparation for the annual air show set for Memorial Day weekend.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of south central PA celebrated 270 graduating seniors today in Harrisburg to highlight the power of mentorship.
Community members gathered to honor the graduates and support ongoing youth success.
Sachiko Baez and Jameson Christopher will open Slice — an upscale sports bar and restaurant in the former Crawdaddy’s on N.
6th Street — to offer elevated sports bar food, billiards, and local hangouts. The soft opening is planned for the end of June.
Goodwill recently opened a new store at Summerdale Plaza in East Pennsboro Township while Savers Thrift will debut May 28 at the former Christmas Tree Shops in High Pointe Commons in Swatara Township, giving local thrifters more affordable options.
The 54th annual PA Greek Fest will take place May 15-17 at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Camp Hill, featuring Greek food, music, dancing and more.
A free shuttle service will run from the Highmark parking lot in Wormleysburg — easing parking concerns during the event.
Naz Cifuentes overcame personal challenges, including health setbacks and a major career shift, to become Harrisburg University’s 2026 Commencement Student Speaker.
His journey from a Bronx upbringing to a renewed focus on business after hardships (supported by family and mentors) inspires future students statewide.
Harrisburg University Professor Leena Pattarkine and student Era Chouhan ’25 co-authored a chapter on cancer hypoxia that shows how new imaging tools using nanobiotechnology and AI may improve treatment for low oxygen tumors.
The work was published May 12 in a Routledge textbook.
A dirt pile in Steelton repeatedly violated Clean Stream Law regulations since 2024—inspections show it failed to maintain best management practices and caused damage near a local home along Paxton Street.
The Dauphin County Conservation District will continue follow-up inspections to check for compliance.
In April, active housing listings grew to five-year highs in Cumberland, Dauphin, and Perry counties while buyer demand held steady, according to the Greater Harrisburg Association of REALTORS.
The report shows that median prices remain stable as the market prepares for summer.
Fire Expo 2026
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center — Check back for units on display — Experience the latest in firefighting techniques and safety innovations.
Carlisle Brew Mixer
11 AM – 4 PM — Carlisle Fairgrounds — Check for ticket details — Enjoy a day filled with music by versatile performer Dave Gates and craft brews.
Christone 'KINGFISH' Ingram Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — XL Live — Last-minute tickets available — Experience the electrifying blues of Kingfish Ingram in an intimate setting.
Khalid - It's Always Summer Somewhere Tour
7-9 p.m. — Giant Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience Khalid's return to the stage with his celebrated hits and collaborations.
Highly Suspect Concert
7-9 p.m. — XL Live — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable night filled with razor-edged riffs and raw vocals from Highly Suspect.
Anberlin Concert
6:30-8 p.m. — Capital City Music Hall — Experience an energetic night with Anberlin's soaring hooks and emotional performance.
Moe. Live Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — XL Live — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic and improvisational sounds of the iconic jam band moe.
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