Discover Local: the greatest gift

Celebrating ten years in 2024, the greatest gift continues to provide unique gifts and products at its store in the heart of downtown Carlisle. But perhaps even more importantly, the shop's founder and owner, Kristen Tuckey, sees the greatest gift as a place that sparks joy and builds…

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Carlisle: A Historic Small Town

In spring 2022, Carlisle was one of 20 nominees in USA Today’s 10 Best Historic Small Towns. All nominees have small populations of less than 25,000 but are rich in fascinating history. Thanks to everyone's support, Carlisle was voted No. 4. Scroll through the highlights below to find…

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Discover New Cumberland

The charming town of New Cumberland has a lot to offer in terms of dining and shopping. Cumberland Valley's southernmost town on the banks of the West Shore was originally a ferry site for early English, Irish, Scottish, and German settlers crossing the Yellow Breeches Creek. Today, a…

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Historic Downtown Mechanicsburg

Mechanicsburg offers a charming downtown feel with galleries, casual dining, and specialty gift shops. Spend a day shopping and discovering this historic town. Shop Market Street: On Market Street, stop in The Rosemary House. They offer a great selection of tea, herbs, and a lovely…

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Hidden Downtown Treasures in Cumberland Valley

Pennsylvania's No. 1 most visited region still has a few well-kept secrets and diverse discoveries for a memorable overnight or weekend trip. Just a two-hour drive from Washington, D.C., or Philadelphia, Cumberland Valley features an assortment of tucked-away shopping spots, historical…

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