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IN Community is a publication dedicated to representing, encouraging and promoting the Harborcreek and North East area and its comprising municipalities by focusing on the talents and gifts of the people who live and work here. Our goal is to provide readers with the most informative and professional regional publication in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
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From festive lights and concerts to Christmas parades and Santa sightings, there’ s no shortage of things to do this season. See page 18 for a full list of holiday happenings. winter 2025
12 The Gift of Unconditional Love
Dogs can make a house a home, with their constant love and devotion to their families. But now and then, some of them need our help to live a stable, happy life.
16 A Candle in the Window
Harborcreek Youth Services has been a place of welcome and hope for children for over 100 years.
18 Oh, What Fun!
Where the season sparkles— your ultimate guide to holiday happenings.
25 Special Section: The Classroom of Tomorrow
What’ s shaping education in 2026?
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2 From the CEO 8 IN the Loop: What’ s News in Harborcreek
& North East 32 IN Focus: Harborcreek & North East at a Glance
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Business Spotlight 15 Shly Deck & Fence
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