Sarva Launches Local Marketplace to Support Carlisle-Area Community
Sarva Launches Local Marketplace to Support Carlisle-Area Community Businesses CARLISLE, Pa. — October 1, 2026 — Sarva LLC today announced the local launch of Sarva Bazaar, a platform designed to make it easier for people in the Carlisle and Dickinson College communities to discover and shop from independent local businesses. Sarva is beginning with community-run grocery stores, markets, restaurants, and food businesses that are often difficult to discover or shop from online. Through Sarva Bazaar,
UPMC to Host Free Breast Screening Clinic in Harrisburg on October 10
HARRISBURG, Pa. (Sept 29, 2026) — UPMC Breast Care Center & UPMC Magee-Womens in Central Pa. are offering a Free Breast Screening Event on Saturday, Oct. 10 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at UPMC Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists-North Harrisburg, 2645 N. 3rd St., 4th Floor, Harrisburg. This event is in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. 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
Free Carpal Tunnel Screenings Available to Community During UPMC West Shore Event
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. – UPMC is offering free carpal tunnel screenings for individuals with wrist numbness, tingling, weakness or pain on Oct. 15 on the UPMC West Shore campus. The event will be held at Medical Office Building 1 (Entrance 1) at 2025 Technology Pkwy., Suite 255, Mechanicsburg, Pa., 17050. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs in one to five percent of the population and is more likely to occur in women and people between the ages of 40 and 60. When left untreated, the condition can cause a decreased
Carlisle Culinary Arts Luncheons
We are pleased to inform you that our monthly Culinary Arts luncheon, prepared by our culinary students, will be offered again this year. All luncheons will be served in the Courtyard Cafe located in the Fowler building at Carlisle High School. Time: 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM The cost this year will be $16.00 per person. Cash, checks, and credit cards will be accepted. Guests are welcome to dine in or take out their meal. *Please take note* This year we will be implementing a reservation system for our
The Show That Started it all; Fall Carlisle, Returns to the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds Sept. 30-Oct. 4
Carlisle, PA - If you enjoy the thrill of finding something you weren’t expecting, Fall Carlisle is the place to be September 30-October 4. That’s the when, but the where…the massive Carlisle PA Fairgrounds, welcomes not only vendors from across the country, but tens of thousands of guests from around the world. Together, they power an event that’s equal parts automotive treasure hunt and social gathering. This is five days of buying, selling, browsing and enjoying the hobby with old friends, while
Boyer & Ritter Expands Government Practice with Addition of Experienced Auditor
CAMP HILL, PA (September 22, 2026) – Boyer & Ritter announced that Austin M. Roth, CPA, has joined the firm's Camp Hill office as a supervisor, further strengthening the firm's growing government practice. "We are pleased to welcome Austin to Boyer & Ritter," said Lisa Myers, managing partner. "His strong background in governmental auditing and commitment to client service enhances our ability to help public-sector organizations navigate complex regulatory requirements while achieving their financial
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Named Among Nation's Top Ten Pediatric Hospitals on U.S. News
PITTSBURGH, Sept. 21, 2026 —UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh has been named to the prestigious U.S. News & World Report Best Children's Hospitals Honor Roll for 2026-2027, earning a place among the nation's top 10 pediatric hospitals. UPMC Children's is now tied for the No. 1 rank in Pennsylvania and tied for No. 1 in the Mid-Atlantic Region, also earning national rankings in all 11 pediatric specialties that are evaluated by U.S. News & World Report. The annual rankings recognize hospitals that
The Carlisle Victory Circle is looking for Volunteers
Join Our Board of Directors The Carlisle Victory Circle, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to our mission “To challenge young people to prepare for their future through education and character development. We are seeking passionate, experienced individuals to join our volunteer Board of Directors. As a board member you will provide strategic guidance, oversee program management, and advocate for our mission. We seek candidates with a commitment to our youth and the ability to dedicate time to
Boyer & Ritter's Kyle Evans Named to CPBJ Forty Under 40
CAMP HILL, PA (September 15, 2026) – Boyer & Ritter is pleased to announce that Kyle R. Evans, CPA, has been named to the Central Penn Business Journal'sForty Under 40 Class of 2026.The annual program recognizes emerging business and community leaders across Central Pennsylvania."Kyle's commitment to his clients, colleagues and community make him highly deserving of this recognition," said Lisa Myers, managing partner of Boyer & Ritter. "We are proud to see him honored among this year's Forty Under 40
Greater Harrisburg Housing Market Offers Buyers More Time as Prices Continue to Rise
Enola, PA – September 15, 2026 – Home prices in the greater Harrisbug region were higher in August than a year ago, even as homes took noticeably longer to sell and buyers had more options to choose from. According to data from Bright MLS, the median sold price across the Greater Harrisburg Association of REALTORS® (GHAR) service area, which covers Cumberland, Dauphin, and Perry counties, was $310,000 in August, up 3.2% compared to August 2025. Closed sales rose too, with 580 homes selling across the
UPMC in Central Pennsylvania Ranks Among America's Top Hospitals for Heart Attack Care
HARRISBURG, PA. (September 10, 2026) – Five UPMC hospitals in central Pennsylvania have received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2026. UPMC Carlisle, UPMC Hanover, UPMC Harrisburg, UPMC Memorial and UPMC West Shore are among only 350 hospitals nationwide to receive the honor. “Being recognized among the nation's top-performing hospitals underscores UPMC’s dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes for our heart
JHA Companies Acquires Brehm-Lebo Engineering, Expanding Engineering and Surveying Services in South
JHA Companies is pleased to announce the acquisition of Brehm-Lebo Engineering, Inc., a Carlisle, Pennsylvania-based civil and structural engineering, planning, and land surveying firm. The acquisition builds on a collaborative relationship developed over the past year as the two firms supported one another on projects throughout the region. The success of that work highlighted the companies' shared commitment to client service, strong relationships, and complementary technical expertise. The addition of
Corvettes at Carlisle Community Comes Together to Support the Chip Miller Amyloidosis Foundation
Carlisle, PA – The memory and legacy of late Carlisle Events co-founder Chip Miller were front and center Friday, August 28, as the Chip Miller Amyloidosis Foundation (CMAF) hosted a special dinner and fundraising event during Corvettes at Carlisle. This annual event brings friends of the Miller family together with Corvette enthusiasts to remember his legacy and contribution to the hobby, while helping raise money for Amyloidosis research, awareness, and support. Held at the Carlisle PA Expo Center
Bethany House Brings Its Story to Life
The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC) and Wakeen & Company recently celebrated the completion of the first Stories That Serve, featuring Bethany House of Cumberland County. The program was created to help local nonprofits build their communications capacity through professional storytelling. As the first recipient, Bethany House worked with Wakeen & Company to create a feature video and a shorter version for digital use, giving the organization new tools to share its mission and connect with
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Boyer & Ritter again named among Best Places to Work for Women
CAMP HILL, PA (July 21, 2026) – Boyer & Ritter LLC has again been named among the nation’s “Best Places to Work for Women” by Best Companies Group, following a survey-based awards program recognizing organizations that support positive workplace experiences for women.The 2026 awards are presented by Best Companies Group in partnership with BridgeTower Media. Boyer & Ritter is included in the medium companies category, which recognizes organizations with 50 to 249 employees. Final rankings will be announced
Harnessing Generative Artificial Intelligence for Modern Property Marketing and Operations
What Is Adobe Firefly? Adobe Firefly is a suite of generative artificial intelligence tools developed to produce high quality visual and audio assets through simple text descriptions. The system operates inside a secure web framework to build images, vectors, videos, and text enhancements based on natural language input. Every feature that has moved past the testing phase delivers media files that are fully cleared for commercial business applications. For independent business owners operating in the
Brown Plus Promotes Ryan Harshman and Matt Harvey to Principal in 2026
Leading accounting and advisory firm, Brown Plus, is pleased to announce that both Ryan Harshman, CPA, and Matt Harvey, CPA, MSPA, have been promoted to Principal, effective January 1, 2026. “We are incredibly proud to announce the promotion of these two outstanding professionals to Principal,” said Ken Wolfe, CPA, CGMA, President and Managing Principal. “Ryan and Matt are integral members of our audit and tax teams, consistently demonstrating exceptional work ethic, technical expertise and leadership,
Cooking classes
2026: Cooking class 1st and last Wednesday every month at 6:30pm. $31.20/person gets you a seat for the class, mini buffet, and one drink. Classes will only operate with a minimum of 13ppl and maximum of 20 ppl. We will reach out a few days prior to update if a class will be in session. You can call the restaurant to make your reservation.
Brown Plus Receives Best Places to Work in PA and America’s Best Workplaces Awards
Brown Plus Receives Best Places to Work in PA and America’s Best Workplaces AwardsBrown Plus Named the #3 Best Place to Work in PA in 2025 in the Medium-Sized Company Category and America’s #7 Best Medium Workplace in 2026 Camp Hill, Lancaster and Hanover, PA: Leading accounting and advisory firm, Brown Plus, is thrilled to announce that it has been named both the #3 Best Place to Work in PA in 2025 in the medium-sized company category by Central Penn Business Journal (CPBJ), as well as the #7 best
How Immigrant Entrepreneurs Can Overcome the Hardest Parts of Building a Business
Stepping into a new country with a business dream in hand takes guts. You’re not just navigating an unfamiliar system — you’re rebuilding your life with risk, ambition, and uncertainty braided into every decision. Immigrant entrepreneurs play a massive role in shaping economies, but too often the barriers they face are brushed aside or bundled into generic “startup advice.” Let’s do better. This piece walks through the real challenges you’ll likely face — and gives grounded strategies you can start acting
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
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
