Cumberland County Commission for Women Hosts Child Care Town Hall on May 29
LEMOYNE, PA (April 8, 2025) – In response to the overwhelming interest in the Cumberland County Commission for Women’s (CCCW) Child Care Town Hall last year, the CCCW will hold a Child Care Town Hall Part 2 with a business-led forum to address the impact of Pennsylvania’s lack of affordable, accessible child care on businesses and working families. The Child Care Town Hall will be held on May 29 at the Members 1st Federal Credit Union George Nahodil Community Room, 5000 Marketplace Way, Enola, from 11
Sadler Health Center Announces Kentucky Derby-Themed Fundraising Event on May 4
Sadler Health Center Announces Kentucky Derby-Themed Fundraising Event on May 4 Proceeds benefit children’s medical and dental services CARLISLE, Pa. (April 8, 2025) – Sadler Health Center is excited to host a “Derby Night of Giving” to support its medical and dental services for local children. The third annual For the Health of a Child fundraising event will take place on Sunday, May 4, 2025 from 4 to 7 p.m. at The Barn at Creek’s Bend, 29 S. Middlesex Road in Carlisle. This year’s event will
Boiling Springs High School Careers Classes - Volunteers Needed for Mock Interviews
We are reaching out in search of community volunteers to assist us in conducting mock interviews with our freshmen and sophomore careers classes at Boiling Springs High School. Volunteers we will be provided detailed instructions, possible interview questions (though you may create your own if you wish), and a rubric to be used to evaluate each student. Each interview typically lasts 5-7 minutes, and each interviewer would have no more than five students to interview. After the interviews are conducted,
Hope Station's Juneteenth Events!
We’re thrilled to announce that Hope Station is expanding our Juneteenth festivities this year! From June 14–21, 2025, we’re hosting a series of vibrant events celebrating cultural diversity, community unity, and more! From a 1 Mile for Justice & Health Fair to our annual Freedom Festival Block Party, to our First-time Homeownership & Legacy Building Forum, our Colors of Freedom Paint interactive event and ending the week with a Comedy Show with a Tonight Show comedian —we’d love for you to be part of
UPMC Harrisburg Kicks Off Donate Life Month with Flag-Raising Ceremony
HARRISBURG, Pa., April 4, 2025 - UPMC Harrisburg kicked off Donate Life Month, which is observed annually in April, with a flag-raising event at UPMC Harrisburg today. The event honors deceased and living donors, celebrates the lives they've saved, and creates awareness of the importance of registering to be a donor. This year, the theme for National Donate Life Month is, “let life sing!” Birds are known across many cultures as one of the most welcomed and visible signs of spring. They represent both
WellSpan receives 2 HAP Achievement Awards for innovation and operational excellence
YORK, Pa. (April 3, 2025) – WellSpan Health has been honored with two awards from the Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (HAP), recognizing the system’s groundbreaking efforts in health care innovation as well as operational excellence at WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital. The annual HAP Achievement Awards spotlight hospitals and health systems that are leading the way in innovation, creativity and patient care. This year, WellSpan has been selected for its innovative use of artificial
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Central Pennsylvania Expands Access to Gynecological Cancer Treatment
HARRISBURG, Pa. (Apr. 2, 2025) — UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in central Pennsylvania, is now offering an advanced internal radiation therapy for gynecological cancers which has been shown to reduce the risk of cancer recurrence. Cylinder High-Dose Rate (HDR) Brachytherapy is now available at the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center – Rocco and Nancy Ortenzio Cancer Pavillion, 2035 Technology Parkway, Mechanicsburg. UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is the only health facility in the West Shore of Harrisburg to offer this
UPMC Empowering Wellness through Women’s Cancer Survivorship Conference
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE UPMC Empowering Wellness through Women’s Cancer Survivorship Conference HARRISBURG, PA., April 1, 2025 — UPMC Magee-Womens and UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Central Pa. with the support of UPMC Pinnacle Foundation, hosted the Women’s Cancer Survivorship Conference on March 29 at the Penn Harris Hotel Convention Center. Dedicated to empowering women living with cancer, the comprehensive one-day event focused on wellness and was attended by more than 150 participants. “We
Fund the Firehouse with Carlisle Auctions in the Spring of 2025 Donate Your Car Today to Sell at Auction – Proceeds Benefit Carlisle Fire & Rescue Services
CARLISLE, PA – The Spring Carlisle Collector Car Auction brings the Carlisle Expo Center to life on Thursday and Friday, April 24th and 25th, and right now, you can make a difference; here’s how. The Carlisle Auctions team is actively seeking vehicles to be donated and auctioned off at no reserve to Fund the Firehouse. A generous donation like that is tax-deductible and supports Carlisle Fire & Rescue Services, a 501(c)(3) organization. 100% percent of your vehicle’s sale will directly benefit them as
Local Activist-Entrepreneur to Inspire Central Penn College Graduates at May 2 Commencement in Harrisburg
Local Activist-Entrepreneur to Inspire Central Penn College Graduates at May 2 Commencement in Harrisburg (Enola, Pa.) March 26, 2025—Central Penn College will celebrate its 143rd Commencement on Thursday, May 2, at a ceremony that begins at 6 p.m. at the Forum in Harrisburg.The college will award an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters degree to Hagir Elsheikh, a prominent Sudanese -American activist, who fled political torture, domestic violence and oppression in Sudan to become a
Spring Carlisle Driven by Hemmings.com Accelerates the 2025 Carlisle Events Season Schedule Millions of Items for Sale by Thousands of Vendors Makes This a Destination Event
Carlisle, PA – The automotive past, present, and future are showcased as part of Spring Carlisle driven by Hemmings.com, April 23-27, at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds. This year's event features the ever-popular automotive flea market, car corral, and two-day collector car auction powered by Carlisle Auctions (April 24-25). The automotive flea market and car corral take up almost all of the 8,100 available spaces on the grounds, while the auction, held at the nearby Carlisle Expo Center, hosts an
Carlisle Chrysler Nationals Plan FOUR Massive Milestone Celebrations Planned in 2025 Honor the History of the Chrysler Brand, the AAR ‘Cuda/Challenger T/A, and More
Carlisle, PA – Every summer in Carlisle, the world of Mopar converges at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds for the Carlisle Chrysler Nationals car show. The event bursts with vibrant colors, enthusiastic car owners, passionate parts shoppers, dedicated vendors, and more—all coming together to celebrate the brand they love most. This passion is evident as Showfield participation continues to grow, and vendor turnout increases year after year. In short, if you’re a Mopar enthusiast, Carlisle is the place to
HARRISBURG HOOPLA RETURNS FOR ITS 7TH YEAR, UNITING FUN, COMPETITION AND PHILANTHROPY
Get ready to compete for a cause! The Emerging Philanthropists Program (EPP), a special initiative of The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC), is thrilled to announce the return of Harrisburg Hoopla for its 7th annual event on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at City Island in Harrisburg. This full-day competition brings teams together for a series of exciting physical and mental challenges—all in support of local nonprofits.“Harrisburg Hoopla is the perfect blend of fun, competition and philanthropy,” said
Belco Gives Back to BBBSscpa Through Match Madness Campaign
Campaign Sponsor Belco Community Credit Union Invests in Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA Through Partnership for Better Health’s Match Madness Campaign Match Madness engages local donors in a special fundraising campaign during the month of March. Harrisburg, PA (March 4, 2025) – Belco Community Credit Union invests in the power and promise of youth with a matching gift to Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of South-Central PA through Partnership for Better Health’s Match Madness Campaign.The
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA LAUNCHES GROUNDBREAKING RESEARCH ON THE LONG-TERM IMPACTS OF MENTORSHIP
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA LAUNCHES GROUNDBREAKING RESEARCH ON THE LONG-TERM IMPACTS OF MENTORSHIP First-of-its-kind study reveals mentorship as a cost-effective solution to drive socioeconomic mobility for youth in South-Central PA and nationwide.Rooted in 30 years of data, the study provides evidence of greater enrollment in higher education, increased salaries, reduced dependency on social services, and improved behavioral outcomes for mentored youth.Harrisburg, PA (February 25, 2025) – Big
Abom & Kutulakis Welcomes New Staff
Abom & Kutulakis Attorneys-at-Law is excited to announce it has expanded its staff roster with a family law attorney, a soon-to-be law school grad who already has committed to joining the firm after graduation, a returning law clerk, and a paralegal with a comprehensive background in office management and victim advocacy. Attorney Paul V. Mackey, who practices criminal defense and estate administration along with family law, is a U.S. Navy veteran and graduate of Penn State Dickinson Law. Ethan H. Bulger
BARRY ISETT & ASSOCIATES CELEBRATES CONTINUED RECOGNITION AS ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN PA
MECHANICSBURG, PA – Barry Isett & Associates, Inc. (Isett) is proud to announce that it has been named one of the 2024 Best Places to Work in PA, highlighting the company's commitment to fostering a positive, engaging, and inclusive work environment for its employees. This marks the sixth consecutive year that Isett has earned this prestigious recognition, and the second year in the “Large Business” category. The Top Workplaces program—initiated by Central Penn Business Journal and Lehigh Valley
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA Big and Little perform in the 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA Big and Little perform in the 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® NEW YORK, NY & YORK, PA – November 28, 2024 – Big, Siddhesh “Sidd” Pawar and Little, Antoine “AJ” Shoff from Big Brothers Big Sisters of of South-Central PA, performed in the 98th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® on Thursday, November 28 in New York City. Sidd and AJ are residents of York, PA and have been matched in the BBBS of South-Central PA youth mentorship program for 2 years. In
BBBSCR acquires York/Adams, changing name to Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region acquires York/Adams affiliate, changing name to Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PABBBS of South-Central PA expands services to enhance support and increase mentoring opportunities for youth.Harrisburg, PA (October 24, 2024) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region (BBBSCR) is thrilled to announce a significant expansion of its service area, broadening its reach from 5 to 7 counties through the acquisition of the BBBS York & Adams Counties
Elevate Your Hustle: Adobe Tools to Empower Women Entrepreneurs
This Women’s Small Business Month, we’re celebrating the tools that are fueling the success of women entrepreneurs everywhere. Running a business requires balancing countless responsibilities, and Adobe Acrobat is here to help streamline the journey. From simplifying document workflows to enhancing team communication, Acrobat is designed to help entrepreneurs work smarter, not harder. These intuitive tools make day-to-day tasks seamless, allowing business owners to dedicate their time to what truly
BBBS of the Capital Region Raises $86k with Over The Edge Rooftop Rappel
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region (BBBSCR) Raises $86k with Over The Edge Rooftop Rappel82 individuals brave 18-story descent to raise funds and awareness for BBBSCR youth mentoring programsHarrisburg, PA (October 17, 2024) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region (BBBSCR) took the community to Harrisburg’s skyline with Over The Edge, a rooftop rappelling adventure fundraiser. On Friday, October 4th, over 80 daring participants climbed to the roof of Market Square Plaza in downtown
BBBS of the Capital Region and Penn National Insurance Partner to Launch Beyond School Walls Youth Mentorship Program
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region and Penn National Insurance Partner to Launch Beyond School Walls Youth Mentorship ProgramBeyond School Walls program expansion provides workforce development skills for Harrisburg High School - SciTech Campus students through one-to-one mentoring relationships with area professionals. Harrisburg, PA (October 9, 2024) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region (BBBSCR) is partnering with Penn National Insurance to expand their workforce development
Brown Plus Welcomes Three New Team Members - #3 Best Mid-Sized Accounting Firm to Work For Continues to Grow
Leading accounting and advisory firm, Brown Plus, is pleased to announce that the Firm has welcomed three new team members:Martina Shea joined Brown Plus as an Outsourced Accounting Senior Associate with 20 years of accounting and office management experience. She has an Associate’s degree in Accounting from Harrisburg Area Community College. Martina is located at the Brown Plus office in Hanover, Pennsylvania. Isabel Bowen joined the Firm as an Administrative Assistant with project management, client
Brown Plus Ranked the #1 Accounting Firm in Central Pennsylvania by Central Penn Business Journal’s 2024 Reader Rankings Awards
Leading regional accounting and advisory firm, Brown Plus, is honored to have been recently ranked the #1 Accounting Firm in Central Pennsylvania by Central Penn Business Journal’s (CPBJ) 2024 Reader Rankings Awards. Reader Rankings is an annual award from CPBJ that celebrates the best establishments our community has to offer. Businesses and organizations are nominated and voted for by community members within several different categories, including Construction and Design; Real Estate;
