Good morning, Harrisburg.

Trinity Farmers Market in New Kingstown is starting its fifth season after a weather delay last week.

The weekly event supports local vendors—farmers, artisans, and small businesses—and runs every Thursday in July and August from 4 to 7 p.m.

The Harrisburg Fringe Festival, now in its fourth year, began Thursday night at 6 p.m. and will run through Sunday — showcasing work from around 200 artists from the Susquehanna Valley and beyond.

High school students from PA Cyber joined a three-day engineering camp at Harrisburg University on July 16, 2026+ they used simulation technology to design virtual factories and learn practical skills under Professor Glenn Williams’s guidance.

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection issued a Code Red air quality alert for PA today and tomorrow as wildfire smoke from Canada fills the skies and temperatures near 94 in Harrisburg prompt officials to advise vulnerable groups to limit outdoor activity.

Canadian wildfire smoke is lowering air quality across the Northeast, reaching Harrisburg and nearby areas.

Forecasts predict the haze will persist today and into the week, so residents in sensitive groups should check the Air Quality Index before outdoor activities.

A new law regulating food processing residuals in farmers' fertilizers goes into effect to protect air, water and soil in Pennsylvania.

The law requires records and proper treatment of organic waste to limit odors and contamination.

Pennsylvania’s state budget passed recently sets aside $10 million for performance-based funding for higher education institutions including Penn State, Temple, and Pitt, with Penn State expecting over $4 million; final shares will be based on metrics (enrollment, graduation rates, and affordability).

Residents are turning to York Fresh Food Farms for fresh produce amid a CDC investigation into a Cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to bagged greens and berries (farm staff follow strict safety protocols from planting to harvest).

General Mills recalled nearly 736,000 Pillsbury bread rolls (hard roll dough with use-by Oct.

12 and kaiser roll dough with use-by Oct. 13) due to possible glass contamination; bakeries, delis and restaurants in Pennsylvania are advised to return the items.

The Pennsylvania DEP has issued a Code Red Air Quality Alert for today due to wildfire smoke from southern Ontario and northern Minnesota.

The smoke lingers in Harrisburg, potentially causing coughing & stinging eyes with cooler temperatures and highs near the low 90s.

Guns N' Roses Concert

6:25-7:55 p.m. — Hersheypark Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience electrifying rock anthems from the legendary Guns N' Roses live.

The String Cheese Incident Live

7:00 – 8:45 PM — Riverfront Park — Tickets available — Experience an evening with pioneers of live music and innovative band culture.