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Dirty kitchens, hand-washing violations, unsafe food temps found in Franklin inspections

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. — Food safety inspectors identified violations involving improper food temperatures, employee hand-washing, sanitation, food storage and equipment maintenance during inspections of restaurants and other food establishments across Franklin County. Among the findings were improperly held meat at Caretti’s Pizza, sanitation and hand-washing violations at Egg Roll...

Franklin County, PA · 8h
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Franklin County officials describe homelessness challenge

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Mental illness, financial hardship and a shortage of stable housing are among the challenges facing homeless residents of Franklin County, outreach workers told county commissioners this week. The discussion came as county commissioners proclaimed Nov. 15-21 Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week. More than 19,000 county residents...

Franklin County, PA · 22h
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Hindu temple plan draws traffic concerns from Cumberland County residents

A proposed Hindu temple in Silver Spring Township received conditional approval despite residents' concerns about traffic and conservation impacts.

Cumberland County, PA · 2h
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Chambersburg Public Opinion

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Franklin County deed transfers: Aug. 30 - Sept. 5, 2026

CHAMBERSBURG - The following deed transfers for Aug. 30 - Sept. 5, 2026, are public record in the Franklin County Registers and Recorders office. More deeds: Find out what properties have changed hands in Franklin County CKW Properties LLC to James Mayne, Lot G23, McCleary Drive, Greene Township, $199,900 Erin Paige Delaney to Allen Byers, Lots 1-5, Old Mill Road, Washington Township, $260,000 Laura Money to Paul Yeager, Lot 13, Section N, Fairway Drive East, Guilford Township, $332,000 Richard Rundle to Christopher Schindler, West Second Street, Waynesboro, $269,000 MPJW Properties LLC to First Choice Home Buyers LLC, Lot 9, Timothy Drive, Antrim Township, $218,000 Steven Shelly to Ashlea Madison Sinkewich Sippel, Warm Spring Road, St. Thomas Township, $330,000 Evan Burkholder to Austin Burkholder, Tracts 1-2, Wilkson Lane, Guilford Township, $3,000,000 John Denny to Andrew Demark, Lot 29, Bell Avenue, Hamilton Township, $370,000 Rusty Lynn Myers to Connor Myers, Lot 7, Grant Shook Road, Antrim Township, $200,000 Anthony Paul Kostreski III to Joseph Byers, Molly Pitcher Highway, Greene Township, $625,000 Timothy Cave to Megan Miller, Bino Road, Antrim Township, $220,000 Kammi Kai Hefner to Harold Kendall, Suburban Drive, Hamilton Township, $145,000 David Kuhns to Marie Fitzgerald, Lot 30C, Lantern Lane, Chambersburg,

Franklin County, PA · 3h

PennLive.com

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10,000 flags. 51,000+ Americans killed, wounded, captured, or missing at Gettysburg. Each flag stands for a story that shouldn’t fade. 🇺🇸 A Field of Remembrance is up near the Eternal Light Peace Memorial through Nov. 23.

Gettysburg, PA · 17h

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Vehicle fire causes closure on I-81 in Franklin County: dispatch

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A portion of I-81 in Franklin County has been shut down due to a reported vehicle fire. Dispatch said they received a report of the fire around 10:30 p.m. on I-81 southbound in Antrim Township. Officials said the lanes near exit 5 is currently...

Franklin County, PA · 3d

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Waynesboro school board member censured over alcohol use

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — Waynesboro Area School District Director Linda Zimmerman has vowed to file defamation charges against fellow board members after she was censured for coming to board meetings while impaired by alcohol at the board meeting this week. Zimmerman, whose term expires in December 2027, was accused last...

Waynesboro, PA · 22h

Wellsboro Gazette

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Cheapest gas stations in Chambersburg

Stacker compiled a list of the cheapest gas stations in Chambersburg using data from Gas Buddy. Gas stations are ranked by the lowest regular fuel price. - Address: 11104 Grindstone Hill Rd, Greencastle, PA. - Price: $3.78. #6. BJ's. - Address: 540 Gateway Ave , Chambersburg, PA. - Price: $3.95.

Chambersburg, PA · 3d

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Franklin County commissioners met today where they discussed hunger and homelessness

The Franklin County Commissioners met this morning since tomorrow is Veterans Day and the offices will be closed. The discussion focused on hunger and homelessness, including recognition of a local nonprofit that has helped provide food to area seniors. Among the presentations will be recognition by the county’s Aging Department...

Franklin County, PA · 2d

Chambersburg Public Opinion

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RSVP now for Thanksgiving dinner at Franklin County restaurants

Relax and kick back this Thanksgiving with a restaurant-prepared meal. Here's where to get one in Franklin County. The Venue at Mrs. Gibble's The Venue at Mrs. Gibble's , 7325 Molly Pitcher Highway, Greencastle, will host a Thanksgiving meal from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 26. Leiters' Fine Catering will serve turkey, ham and all the trimmings, plus desserts and drinks. The price for everything, plus gratuity, is $45.95 for adults and $22 for ages 5-10. Payment required at reservation; seating limited; call 717-830-6337 or go to tinyurl.com/GibblesThanksgiving. The Orchards The Orchards Restaurant, 1580 Orchard Drive, Chambersburg, will host a Thanksgiving buffet from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 26. There will be a carving station featuring prime rib and honey and clove glazed ham, three entrees including roast turkey with stuffing and gravy, plus a variety of sides and desserts. The cost is $41 for adults and $20 for ages 4-12. To make a reservation, call 717-264-4711. Cracker Barrel Get a Thanksgiving meal at Cracker Barrel , dine-in or to-go. Orders for "Heat & Serve" Thanksgiving meals for 4-6 ($124.99) or 8-10 ($194.99) people can be made for pickup between Nov. 21-29. The meals come cold

Franklin County, PA · 2d

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The Pennsylvania Antique Thrift Store You Should Visit Before The First Snow Falls

A 1918 Montgomery Ward department store now holds more than 100 vendors across four floors. Yes, the same company that once sold America everything by catalog. The building got a second life, and it’s packed with treasures. The ground floor ceilings rise 18 feet high. Restored maple floors run...

Carlisle, PA · 3d

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New Franklin County facility offers a different approach to mental health treatment

Arkview Behavioral Health's new facility in Fayetteville brings individualized mental health treatment to Franklin County. On a winding road in Franklin County, a former school building has been transformed into a place where people can focus on their mental health through a structured curriculum and individualized therapy. Arkview Behavioral Health...

Franklin County, PA · 3d

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School bus violations increase statewide; Franklin County provider receives safety funding

Pennsylvania authorities documented 196 drivers illegally passing stopped school buses during a single day of enforcement in October, an increase from the previous year, according to results released by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. The violations were recorded during Operation Safe Stop, an annual statewide initiative involving law enforcement agencies...

Franklin County, PA · 3d

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Carlisle high school teacher shares 582-pound elk harvest with students

CARLISLE, Pa. (WHTM) — Hunting is a huge deal in Pennsylvania, mainly because of the state’s deer and elk populations. One Midstate teacher had the hunt of a lifetime and didn’t want to leave his students out. Joshua Knisely is an 11th- and 12th-grade emotional support teacher at Carlisle High School. He’s also a hunter, […]

Carlisle, PA · 1d

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Fire destroys Cumberland County home

CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)– A fire destroyed a Cumberland County home early Tuesday morning. According to the Silver Springs Community Fire Company, crews responded to the 100 block of Birch Street in Silver Spring Township for a reported house fire early Tuesday morning. Officials said that firefighters arrived to...

Cumberland County, PA · 1d

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Where to get a free Thanksgiving meal in Franklin County in 2026

Churches and organizations in Franklin County are offering free Thanksgiving meals. Meal options are available in Chambersburg and Greencastle on various dates leading up to Thanksgiving. Some locations offer dine-in, carry-out, and delivery services for their free meals. Several organizations are also providing free turkeys and groceries for those who...

Franklin County, PA · 2d

Franklin County Free Press

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McConnellsburg Girls Reach State Quarterfinals; Boys’ Season Ends

McConnellsburg’s boys soccer team ended its season with a 5-1 loss to Lancaster County Christian in the first round of the PIAA Class A playoffs Nov. 10. Lancaster County Christian led 2-0 at halftime and added two goals before Hoyt Glenn scored McConnellsburg’s lone goal off a pass from Grady Shives with 14 minutes remaining. The Lions answered in the same minute. Ben Walker scored twice for Lancaster County Christian, which outshot McConnellsburg 33-16.

Mcconnellsburg, PA · 19h

Wellsboro Gazette

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Cowanesque Valley runners compete at states

A trio of Cowanesque Valley runners made the hike down to the Big Springs High School in Newville for the PIAA 1A cross country championships on Saturday, Nov. 7. Natalie Yonker, Lainey Hackett, and Maddie Fay punched their tickets to states last week at the District IV championships. At Saturday’s...

Westfield, PA · 23h

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ICYM – Get ready Chambersburg – your taxes are going up

CHAMBERSBURG – Chambersburg Borough residents could see an increase of approximately $125 a year in property taxes and utility costs under the borough’s proposed 2027 budget. The proposed budget was presented to Borough Council during its meeting Monday night. While the budget includes no increases to police or...

Chambersburg, PA · 2d

Franklin County Free Press

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SHIP U. Wrestling tops Saint Vincent in dual meet opener, 29-19

Shippensburg University defeated Saint Vincent 29-19 in its home dual meet opener Wednesday at Heiges Field House. The Raiders (1-0) led 23-19 entering the final bout, where Mike Trainor pinned Zane Jenkins in 2:20 at 157 pounds to secure the victory. Saint Vincent fell to 0-1. Jack White opened the...

Shippensburg, PA · 23h