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
Easter Egg hunt Set For Staurday Rain Or Shine
Mayor Stephen R. Reed today invited city youngsters 10 years old and under to the city’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt, set for this Saturday, March 26.
Pa Pump Primers Presents Mayor With 2005 President's Award: City Fire & Parks And Recreation Agencies Also Recognized
Mayor Stephen R. Reed was honored today by the Pennsylvania Pump Primers Association with their 2005 President’s Award, in recognition of the support the Mayor has provided the group over the years. Also recognized by the group was the city Department of Parks and Recreation, and the Harrisburg Bureau of Fire, for their support and assistance to the annual event.
Homeless Shelters And Services Receive Major Boost : 10-Yr Plan In The Works To Fully End Homelessness Here
Mayor Stephen R. Reed and Dauphin County Commissioners Jeff Haste, Nick Difrancesco and George Hartwick III today announced that the City of Harrisburg and Dauphin County, through a joint application, have secured $1,502,363 in major additional funding to support homeless shelter and homeless services. The funds include monies to construct a new facility to house chronically homeless persons who have mental illness – thus addressing a longstanding need in the community.
St. Patrick's Day Parade Kicks Off At 2pm On Sat. March 19 In Dowmtown Harrisburg;3,000 Marchers Expected
Mayor Stephen R. Reed and Dauphin County Commissioners Jeff Haste, Nick Difrancesco and George Hartwick today announced that the 2005 Harrisburg St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be held on Saturday, March 19, beginning at 2 p.m. Nearly 3,000 marchers in more than 100 parade units will participate in the free event, and all are invited.
Statement by Mayor Stephen R. Reed Regarding Demolition Permit Applications Filed to Raze Three North 2nd and Division Streets; Mansions
“The demolition permit applications were not expected, as the developer had withdrawn the project from further consideration by the city Planning Commission. The demolition applications were neither encouraged nor welcomed.
Electric Tan Downtown Opens At 608 N.2nd Street
Mayor Stephen R. Reed today conducted grand opening services for the newly opened Electric Tan – Downtown at 608 N. 2nd Street next to the FireHouse Restaurant. The new salon offers an array of state-of-the-art tanning beds and personal tanning consulting services and is Harrisburg’s first professional full-service tanning salon.
Statement of the City Regarding the Proposed Condominium Project At 2901 North Front Street
“Since its receipt, the Planned Residential Development for 2901 North Front Street has been given a thorough review, as is the case for any submissions received by the City.
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