PRESS RELEASES
The City of Harrisburg and the Office of Mayor Stephen R. Reed provides news information from time to time to all media outlets. For further news information, contact Randy King at 717.255.3040.
Recent Press Releases
City Government Center Exhibits On Local History The Latest Phase In Harrisburg History Project
Mayor Stephen R. Reed today invited citizens and visitors to browse exhibits established in the first floor Atrium of Harrisburg’s City Government Center which displays artifacts, photographs and details about local history that spans more than two centuries.
Harrisburg University Science & Technology High School Opens In Downtown; First Stage Of New University Now Completed; New Era In Public Education Begins
306% Increase In Harrisburg High School Graduates Going On To Higher Education Compared To 3 Years Ago
Mayor Stephen R. Reed today reported that the number of Harrisburg High School graduates going on to higher educational or trade schools has increased 306% over the number who did so three years ago.
City Bulk Buying Program On Natural Gas Saves Over $1.8 Million
Mayor Stephen R. Reed today announced that a natural gas bulk buying program has thus far saved $1,858,660 since its inception, including $417,853 during the past year.
99 City Intersections Getting Energy Efficient Traffic Signals; Providing Brighter Lights & Lower Costs
Mayor Stephen R. Reed today announced that all 99 signalized intersections throughout the City of Harrisburg are receiving state-of-the-art technology that will reduce energy costs by 90%, cut maintenance and replacement costs by 80%, while providing brighter, easier to see signals.
Hgb. School District Offers Free Adult Computer Education Classes To City Residents
Mayor Stephen R. Reed today announced that the Harrisburg School District will be offering a series of free computer education classes for adult city residents beginning September 1 and continuing through November 3. Interested city residents should register for the program immediately as limited class space is available. The classes are conducted by Harrisburg School District Technology Trainer Kelly Unger, who has also produced a comprehensive video series on computer skills training program which will air on WHBG TV-20.
Grants For Homeless & Community Services Announced
Mayor Stephen R. Reed today reported that $380,252 in grants from the city to various community-based organizations have been awarded to support facilities and services to the homeless, neighborhoods and youth activities.
Elderly Woman Dies In Fire
Mayor Stephen R. Reed tonight reported that an 80-year woman died of burn and smoke injuries in a general alarm fire at 2218 N. 3rd Street.
Damage Assessment, Clean-Up Operations Continue Today
Mayor Stephen R. Reed this morning said clean-up and clearance operations are continuing today without interruption, with priorities of clearing streets and restoring electrical power.
Bath Store “Cleans Up” Downtown
Mayor Stephen R. Reed today announced that Third Street has a unique new boutique to add to its existing eclectic mix of retailers during ribbon cutting ceremonies to officially open Yummi, a bath store featuring completely homemade products.
Harrisburg Urban Studio Selects Mid-Town Location as Temporary Headquarters
Mayor Stephen R. Reed today announced that the Harrisburg Urban Studio Task Force is taking a major step forward in selecting 1701 North Third Street in uptown Harrisburg as the short term location for the project.
Heavy Rainfall Leaves Extensive Damage, Problems In Wake
Mayor Stephen R. Reed has declared a State of Disaster Emergency throughout the City of Harrisburg as of 7:04 p.m. tonight as a result of extensive damage caused by the heavy rainfall hitting the city, with high winds, starting shortly after 6 p.m.