CRIME & SAFETY
Van bursts into flames in Franklin County
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — A van burst into flames in Franklin County Friday afternoon. Fire crews were called to the 1100 block of Sheller Avenue in Chambersburg Borough at 1:08 p.m. EMS was also called. According to Franklin County dispatch, the van was fully involved. Firefighters have put out the...
2-Year-Old Found Wandering In Central PA Street: Police
The 2-year-old was found "walking near an alley" when someone brought into a local business in the 300 block of East Martin Avenue, as stated in the police release. The person waited with the toddler at the business until the police arrived at 10:19 a.m. on April 21, according to the release.
Church's bus window shattered in Chambersburg, police investigating
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Police are investigating after someone shattered the window on a Chambersburg church's bus. According to Chambersburg Police, the incident happened over the weekend of April 20. The bus was parked beside the Church's administrative building on 56 N. Second Street when a passenger side...
Pennsylvania State Police Looking For Suspect In Retail Theft
(Photos courtesy of Pennsylvania State Police) Chambersburg, Pa. (BW)- Pennsylvania State Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying and locating the suspect involved in a retail theft in Chambersburg. On April 8, an adult male left the Walmart at 1730 Lincoln Way E with over $400 worth...
Report: Vehicle crash on Chambersburg Road in Franklin Township
CASHTOWN, Pa. — A vehicle crash was reported at the intersection of Chambersburg Road and High Street in Franklin Township around 5:30 p.m. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. No injuries or road closures were reported. For live traffic updates, click here. Crews have responded to the...
Shippensburg man accused of trespassing on farm with gun, evading cops denied bail
A Shippensburg man was denied bail after he was arrested following a foot pursuit for allegedly trespassing and threatening the property owner with a gun. William P. Adkins, 49, is charged with two felony counts of criminal trespass and burglary, and misdemeanor counts of simple assault, terroristic threats, evading arrest on foot, disorderly conduct, possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia, according to court records.
Volunteer Firefighters Honored for Heroic Actions in Shippensburg House Fire
Volunteer firefighters were honored at Vigilant Hose Company for their actions during a house fire on Dwelling Court in Shippensburg earlier this year. Seven firefighters received life-saving unit citations for their swift response and effective teamwork. Among the attendees were Shippensburg Borough Fire Chief Randy O’Donnell, Shippensburg Borough Mayor Kathy...
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