Good morning, Harrisburg.

Harrisburg International Airport set a new record in June when 157,964 travelers passed through — marking a 4% rise from last June and a 2.4% increase over May at its Lower Swatara Township location near Middletown.

The airport expects record traffic to continue with additional flights through December 31.

Yesterday, PSECU opened its new 3,600 sqft branch at Susquehanna Union Green (2605 Linglestown Road) in Susquehanna Township near Harrisburg.

The branch offers full banking services and will host a grand opening celebration with food trucks, activities and giveaways Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

PPL Electric Utilities will use helicopters to install markers and replace power lines along the Susquehanna River starting tomorrow on US Routes 11/15 and PA Route 147 in Perry and Dauphin counties — boaters and drivers should allow extra travel time between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m.

ZooAmerica said its falconry experience, enjoyed by nearly 17,000 guests over 18 years, will end on Aug.

31 because it no longer meets new zoo standards. The park invites visitors to try other programs such as behind the scenes tours and premium animal feedings.

Gas prices in Harrisburg dropped 7.5 cents to $4.14 per gallon on Monday, Aug.

3 — experts warn that tensions in the Middle East and Ukraine may soon reverse this modest relief at the pump.

At Harrisburg University on Wednesday, July 29, Sue Engels shared insights from her 30-year career at the Women Thriving @ HU (WT@HU) seminar that focused on navigating change.

The talk came as the university celebrated its 25th anniversary and welcomed President Reber on June 30.

Following the 2025–26 LIHEAP season, Pennsylvania announced that about 193,000 households meeting eligibility (including families with children under 6, seniors, or disabled members) will receive a one-time $100 energy assistance payment applied to their utility bills.

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania was named one of the Greatest Places to Intern in PA by the PA Chamber Foundation for its robust internship programs.

State agencies hosted 962 interns so far in 2026 (including the largest-ever group of college students with disabilities).

Senators Fetterman + McCormick introduced a bipartisan bill to fund research on spotted lanternfly control; the insects have damaged local crops such as grapes, apples, peaches and hops and if not contained, may cost the state millions in economic losses.

State data show Pennsylvania reported 8,540 Lyme disease cases by now, lower than over 10,000 in similar periods in recent years + tick surveillance shows fewer ticks this summer.

Health officials remind residents to use insect repellent and check for ticks when heading outdoors.

WellSpan Health announced that a $2.8M grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services supported upgrades at hospitals in Chambersburg, a facility near Lewisburg, and in Waynesboro on April 8.

The improvements included advanced neurosurgical equipment, new power transition gear, and modernized therapy spaces.

A late-spring freeze in April hurt local peach crops and forced orchards and shops to import fruit, raising prices for peaches and sundaes.

Farmers and businesses are adapting by promoting alternatives and rescheduling events to keep customers served.

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.