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March 11, 2026

Coronet Park Brings New Energy to Downtown Harrisburg

A long-vacant parcel on South Second Street is being reimagined as one of downtown Harrisburg’s newest gathering spaces through a collaboration between Harristown Development Corporation and the Capital Region Economic Development Corporation (CREDC). Coronet Park, a 3,300-square-foot pocket park and event venue located between Crowne Plaza and The Menaker near Market Square, is currently under…

March 3, 2026

Supreme Court Tariff Ruling: Impact on Businesses in Harrisburg Region

The Supreme Court tariff ruling has significant implications for businesses across the country, including importers in the Harrisburg region. On Friday, February 20, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the sweeping tariffs imposed via executive order by the President. In a 6-3 decision, the Court ruled that the IEEPA did not give the executive branch…

March 3, 2026

Pennsylvania Receives Approval on Broadband Funding Proposal

After weeks of delays, Pennsylvania’s application to the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) grant program has officially been approved by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). The $711 million allocation will expand broadband access to unserved Pennsylvanians, particularly in rural communities across the Commonwealth. Many of these Pennsylvanians live in the more rural…

March 3, 2026

Governor Announces Ten-Year Housing Action Plan

Governor Josh Shapiro recently proposed a ten-year roadmap to increase housing affordability and availability in Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth is facing a massive shortage of housing—450,000 new units are needed by 2035 to keep pace with demand, but the current pace of development is anticipated to fall short by roughly 185,000. While the issue is most…

February 12, 2026

Revitalization Coalition Announces Launch of Downtown Harrisburg Perception Survey

HARRISBURG, PA: February 12, 2026 The coalition of city, county, state, and community and business leaders led by the Capital Region Economic Development Corporation (CREDC) and City of Harrisburg, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Downtown Center, announced the launch of the Downtown Harrisburg Perception Survey. Members of the public are encouraged to participate and help…

February 12, 2026

Governor Shapiro Delivers 2026-27 Budget Address

On Tuesday, February 3, Governor Shapiro delivered his proposal for the 2026-27 Pennsylvania Budget to the General Assembly. The Governor proposed $53.3 billion in spending for the fiscal year, which is an increase of $2.72 billion from last year’s state budget. The Harrisburg Regional Chamber issued the following statement: “We commend Governor Shapiro for continuing…

January 29, 2026

Rural Broadband Funding on Hold

Federal officials missed a self-imposed deadline to review state plans for rural broadband expansion. As a result, hundreds of millions of dollars in federal funding for Pennsylvania remain on hold. Congress created the Rural Broadband program in 2021. Federal officials overhauled the program in 2025 to lower costs and required states to submit revised plans….

January 16, 2026

New Member Benefit: A Practical HR Resource Included With Your Membership

Human resources challenges rarely arrive at a convenient time. Whether it’s a question about compliance, a sensitive employee situation, or the need to update internal policies, having timely access to expert guidance can make a meaningful difference for employers of all sizes. To support members in navigating these everyday HR realities, the Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC is pleased to offer…

January 15, 2026

CREDC Receives State Grant for Downtown Harrisburg Revitalization

On Wednesday, December 17, the Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority of Harrisburg (ICA) approved a $50,000 grant to the Capital Region Economic Development Corporation to support downtown Harrisburg revitalization. The General Assembly created the ICA in 2018 to strengthen the City of Harrisburg’s long-term fiscal health. The ICA plans to support revitalization across the city. However, leaders are prioritizing…

January 15, 2026

What to Know About the Special Election in Cumberland County

On Tuesday, March 17, 2026, voters in Pennsylvania’s 193rd Legislative District will go to the polls for a special election. In this election, voters will choose the next State Representative for the 193rd District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. This special election follows the resignation of former State Representative Torren Ecker. He stepped down…

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