New Categories for Simply the Best 2026
In 2026, we have added 18 new categories to the 2026 Simply the Best Ballot. We encourage everyone to try and nominate businesses in these categories to help them succeed. Becaue any category that doesn’t have at least 5 nominees won’t make it to the voting ballot. Nominations start January 1, 2026. Remember, you can...
What Thanksgiving dishes can I bring through airport security?
(WHTM)– The Harrisburg International Airport is preparing for a busy Thanksgiving, and packing Thanksgiving dishes the right way can speed up the travel process. According to TSA, around 17.8 million people are expected to travel from Tuesday, November 25, to Tuesday, December 2. Three million people are expected to...
Harrisburg’s Messiah Mickens, once a Penn State pledge, set to announce new commitment
LOWER ALLEN — Messiah Mickens is set to announce his college commitment on Dec. 3, the star Harrisburg running back confirmed to PennLive. Mickens — a four-star running back ranked No. 180 overall in the nation on Rivals.com — was once the first Penn State pledge in the Class of 2026 when he was a sophomore at...
Carlisle borough’s emergency alert provider targeted in cyberattack
CARLISLE, Pa. — Borough officials on Monday announced that Carlisle's emergency alert provider, CodeRED, was the victim of a recent targeted cyberattack that may have compromised some user contact information stored on the platform. "While there is currently no indication that the data has been posted online, if you...
Restaurant serving burgers, gyros and wings coming to Cumberland County
A casual halal restaurant that opened earlier this year in Lower Paxton Township is expanding to Cumberland County. In early December, Halal Munch will open at 33 E. Simpson St. in Mechanicsburg. Owner Arslan Ghumman said since opening at 4315 Jonestown Road last spring diners have been requesting additional locations.
A killers confession came into Harrisburg with Dogma to bring the fans some metal...
I’ve been a fan of dogma for a while and always wanted to see them and after the crazy reveal of the band it made fans a little weary to see them but I thought the band did well and was great to see. The venue was too small to handle all the cool setup for them and AKC but the fans piled into the basement to check...
Landlord says Cedar Haven owes millions, wants receiver appointed
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Thanksgiving Eve 2025: New Harrisburg-area bars and restaurants to visit
The night before Thanksgiving is traditionally one of the biggest nights of the year for people to gather for a night out. Dubbed Thanksgiving Eve, it’s a popular time to meet up with friends and family. The Harrisburg area has plenty of establishments, ranging from bars, clubs, restaurants and...
Shane Gillis show in central Pa. sells out in 30 minutes
If you’re hoping to buy tickets to see Shane Gillis in central Pa. this week, you’re out of luck. The Mechanicsburg native and comedian’s Tuesday show at the Harrisburg Comedy Zone in Fairview Township is sold out. In fact, according to a message posted by the comedy...
SCI Fayette inmate dies days after being found unresponsive in his cell
The inmate had been at the prison since September, serving a 5-11 year sentence for possession of a firearm as a prohibited person conviction out of Dauphin County.

















