UPMC Magee-Womens to Host Free Breast Screening Clinic
HARRISBURG, Pa. (Oct. 14, 2025) — In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, UPMC Magee-Womens in Central Pa. is offering a Free Breast Screening Event on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at UPMC Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists-North Harrisburg, 2645 N. 3rd St., 4th Floor, Harrisburg. Women ages 18 and older, with no history of breast cancer, will receive a 15-minute comprehensive breast health evaluation that includes a brief review of their breast-focused risks and
Resurfacing Scheduled on Route 34 in the Carlisle Area, Cumberland County
Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that resurfacing is scheduled to begin soon on Route 34 in the Carlisle area, Cumberland County. The project limits extend from Lindsay Lane in South Middleton Township to High Street in Carlisle Borough. Weather permitting, this work will begin Monday, October 20 and take about seven days to complete. This work will be performed 21 hours a day with the contractor working daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 AM. No work
Mountz Jewelers Presents “The John Hardy Artisan Experience” Featuring Balinese Master Artisans in Live Demonstrations October 23–25, 2025
Mountz Jewelers proudly announces an exclusive collaboration with John Hardy for a one-of-a-kind event: The John Hardy Artisan Experience & Trunk Show, taking place October 23-25 across all three Mountz locations. This rare, immersive experience will offer guests the opportunity to witness the world-renowned craftsmanship of John Hardy's Master Artisans from Bali, an experience offered in only a handful of U.S. locations this year. Over three unforgettable days, guests will meet and interact with two
UPMC to Host Annual ''Walk to Remember'' for Infant Loss Awareness Month
HARRISBURG, Pa. (Sept. 29, 2025) – October is Infant Loss Awareness Month. UPMC Magee-Womens in Central Pa. will host its annual “Walk to Remember” memorial service on Sunday, Oct. 5, at Woodlawn Memorial Garden, 4855 Londonderry Road, Harrisburg. The walk begins at 2:30 p.m. and offers families a chance to gather in remembrance of babies lost during pregnancy, shortly after birth or in the first months of life. The event is open to anyone, regardless of when their loss occurred. Losing a baby
News Release: 9/24/2025
Experience the Brilliance: Mountz Jewelers Gem Event Supports Gem Legacy’s Mission to Empower Artisanal Mining Communities in East AfricaCamp Hill, PA, September 24, 2025 – Prepare to “Experience the Brilliance” at the upcoming Gem Event, a three-day celebration of rare, holistically sourced gemstones, taking place at Mountz Jewelers Carlisle, Camp Hill, and Colonial Park/Harrisburg locations. This event is more than a celebration of rare and vibrant gemstones — it’s a powerful opportunity to support Gem
South Central PA Residents Invited to Spark Change Through Community Contest
Residents of South Central Pennsylvania now have the chance to turn their passion into lasting impact through SPARK!, a community contest from the Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) that proves everyone can be a changemaker.“Philanthropy isn’t just for a select few. It belongs to everyone who cares about their community,” said Jennifer Doyle, President and CEO of TFEC. “SPARK! is about turning passion into action. By sharing your idea, you can spark change that grows far beyond one person. With the
Big Brother Big Sisters of South-Central PA Recognizes 127 High School Graduates
Harrisburg, PA (May 28, 2024) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA (BBBSSCPA)recognizes high school seniors for graduation and scholarship presentation.BBBSSCPA hosted a graduation celebration and award ceremony at The State Museum of PA on Wednesday, May 21, to recognize 127 graduating high school seniors in their program. The organization recognized both mentees (Littles) and volunteer high school mentors (Bigs). The graduating seniors hail from 23 local high schools across Cumberland, Dauphin,
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
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
