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Harrisburg
Thursday, July 17th, 2025
Good morning, Harrisburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A crash occurred at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday in Middlesex Township on I-81 northbound near Exit 52—causing a lane closure and heavy traffic delays in Cumberland County with no injuries reported. WGAL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Stonebridge Financial Group announced that it reached $2B in assets under advisement by growing its services and launching new subsidiaries—its SEC-registered investment advisor in 2023, an HR firm in 2024, and an insurance partner in early 2025—and now serves families, institutions, and businesses across Central Pennsylvania. Central Penn Business Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The coroner identified 35-year-old Zachary Gula as the victim when Mechanicsburg police found him shot in the front yard of a residence on the 400 block of East Marble Street on Sunday — suspect Richard King Jr. was arrested on criminal homicide charges and investigators say the two were acquainted, marking the borough's first homicide in 20 years. WGAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Pittsburgh-based economic justice advocacy group filed a lawsuit in Commonwealth Court on July 16 at 12:18 p.m. demanding that Pennsylvania set uniform standards for property tax reassessments in its 67 counties (naming Gov. Josh Shapiro and Attorney General Dave Sunday) to address outdated assessments that overtax owners of lower-value properties. WITF
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ More than 2,500 nursing home workers in PA voted to ratify $120 million contracts that will raise wages and improve training in 27 facilities. The deals, agreed upon by PHCA + SEIU Healthcare PA, aim to address workforce shortages in long-term care. Central Penn Business Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Garden Spot Communities announced plans to convert a historic eight-story tower at 112 Market Street into 39 one- and two-bedroom apartments for active adults aged 55 and over. Construction began in early June and the $10M project will finish by mid-2026—many units will offer views of the Susquehanna River and include amenities like pet washing and community spaces. Central Penn Business Journal
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Sunset Music & Movie Series
7-8:30 p.m. — Fort Hunter Mansion and Park — Free entry — Experience a fantastic family-friendly performance featuring '100 Years of Broadway' in a picturesque park setting.
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PCTM 2025 Conference: Math in Motion
5:00 PM – 4:30 PM — Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center — Group discounts available — Explore how math empowers educators to transform learning.
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Mecum Auto Auction
8:00 – 9:30 AM — Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of bidding on classic cars while supporting a charitable cause.
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Mecum Auto Auction Event
8:00 – 9:30 AM — Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center — Tickets available through a resale marketplace — A chance to bid on unique vehicles and support a good cause.
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Afrosoul Latin Fest
5-10 p.m. — Reservoir Park — Free entry — Close out the summer series with high-energy rhythms and a night of dancing.
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Russell Dickerson Concert
7-9 p.m. — Riverfront Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of country music with Russell Dickerson as part of the Dauphin County Live Concert Series.
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Michael Carbonaro Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts — Ticketed event — Experience the magic and comedy of Michael Carbonaro from truTV's The Carbonaro Effect.
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Fitz and The Tantrums Live
8:00 – 9:30 PM — XL Live — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sound of indie pop and neo-soul with Fitz and the Tantrums at the top of their game.
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