Gov. Shapiro visits downtown businesses, vocalizes support for Harrisburg revitalization plan

Gov. Josh Shapiro paid a visit to several small businesses in Harrisburg on Monday, chatting with owners about the state of the downtown.

The event followed Shapiro’s recent meeting in January with city leaders over what to do about Harrisburg’s struggling central business district.

“I care a lot about our capital city, and this capital city deserves better,” said Shapiro, who held a small press conference inside Anna Rose Bakery on N. 2nd Street. 

He said he is working with city officials and private industry leaders to create a comprehensive plan to revitalize downtown and plans to release more details on the subject in the next few months…

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