New Businesses Pop Up Across Central Pennsylvania in 2025

In 2025, central Pennsylvania saw a wave of new businesses opening their doors. From healthcare to retail, these new spots are changing the local scene. Let's dive into some of the most interesting additions. Healthcare got a boost with new clinics and hospitals. Oak Street Health opened a clinic inside a CVS in Lower Paxton Township. This place is all about taking care of Medicare patients with plenty of exam rooms and even a community space. Over in Hampden Township, the Helen M. Simpson Rehabilitation Hospital — West Shore started serving patients. It's a smaller version of another hospital, but it's got 20 beds and is ready to help people recover. Pets got some love too. The Dog Stop in Lower Paxton Township is a big, 8, 000-square-foot place where dogs can stay, play, and get groomed. And if you're into sports cards, Wow PA Sports Cards moved to a new spot in the same township. They sell all kinds of cards, from sports to Pokémon.Shopping also got some upgrades. Wawa opened two new locations, one in Chambersburg and another in York County. Sheetz also joined the party with a new store in Hampden Township. And if you're into books, 2nd & Charles took over a former Books-A-Million spot in York County. There's more to explore, like the Plant Witch in Harrisburg, which sells plants and mystical items, and TrueCare Family Medicine in Shrewsbury, which offers a membership-based healthcare model. Plus, Aldi opened a new grocery store with organic meats and fresh produce. But it's not just about new stores. Some businesses moved to bigger or better locations. Barley Snyder, a law firm, relocated to a spot with better parking. And West Shore Home, which does home improvements, moved to a larger building in Upper Allen Township. All these new spots show that central Pennsylvania is growing and changing. Whether you need healthcare, pet care, or just a good place to shop, there's something new for everyone.