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Franklin County names winners of student time capsule competition
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — The Franklin County Commissioners recently announced the winners of a countywide competition that asked local students to share what they love about Franklin County with future generations through a time capsule project. Students from the county’s seven public school districts were invited to submit essays, photos...
PA Boy Bicyclist Hospitalized When Brakes Break, Slamming Him Into Truck
The collision happened when the boy was riding "on the wrong side of the road, [when he] collided with a truck turning onto West King Street from North Fayette Street," as stated in the police release. The incident happened at the intersection of West King and North Fayette streets in...
CHAMBERSBURG BOROUGH URGES PUBLIC TO RESPOND TO ON-LINE STREET PAVING REQUEST FORM
In an attempt to allow citizens of Chambersburg the opportunity to request that their street be paved, the Borough has set up an on-line request submission form on their website. The link is:https://form.jotform.com/241514764494058. The form can also be reached from the Chambersburg Borough website by clicking on Government on the...
Boy attacked, stripped by trio in Franklin County, one charged
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)– A child was flown to the hospital after they were attacked by three people in Franklin County. Police have now identified one of those three suspects, who is now facing charges. Kendill Raleigh, 18, of Waynesboro, was charged after he was identified as one of the suspects who attacked the child […]
'The Grouch' and friend arrested after shooting at vehicle near Chambersburg, police say
"The Grouch" and a companion were captured in Franklin County over the weekend after a motorist told police someone in another vehicle was shooting at him while they were stopped at a key intersection north of Chambersburg, according to Pennsylvania State Police. Joshua Kershner, 19, and Dakota Leif Tyler Jensen,...
Crash reported on Chambersburg
GUILFORD, Pa. — A crash was reported on the 1600 block of Lincoln Highway East in Chambersburg around 9 p.m. Video above: Headlines from WGAL News 8 Today. No injuries or road closures have been reported at this time. There may be small traffic delays as crews are on...
Shippensburg homeowner finds DoorDash driver upstairs in his house: police
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Police are reminding the public to keep their doors locked after a recent trespassing incident involving a DoorDash driver. According to the Shippensburg Police Department, officers received a call Thursday from a homeowner on the first block of North Prince Street. The caller reported...
Geodis Logistics Announces Layoffs of 71 Employees in Franklin County
Geodis Logistics has announced the layoff of 71 employees at their location at 1490 Nitterhouse Drive in Chambersburg, Franklin County. The company has submitted a WARN notice to the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry, indicating that the layoffs will occur between July 21 and September 30. The affected positions include various operational, inventory, maintenance, safety, and customer service roles, among others.
Celebrating Diversity: Patriot Federal Credit Union’s Commitment to Inclusivity
Patriot Federal Credit Union reaffirms its dedication to serving the diverse needs of its community by announcing its designation as a Juntos Avanzamos (Hoon-tohs Avan-za-mos) credit union. Juntos Avanzamos, which stands for “Together We Advance” is a designation for credit unions committed to serving and empowering Hispanic and Immigrant consumers. This milestone underscores Patriot’s unwavering commitment to inclusivity and accessibility in banking.
Chambersburg Police Seek Information on Suspect in Felony Retail Theft
The Chambersburg Police Department has issued a warrant for Malik Demencio Lewis, 27, in connection with a series of retail thefts. According to police reports, Lewis is accused of stealing over $2,000 worth of merchandise from CVS and Weis markets located on Wayne Ave, Chambersburg. Lewis, described as a Black...
Person drowns at Fort Loudoun State Park, police say
VONORE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A representative with the Vonore Police Department confirmed Wednesday that a person drowned Tuesday evening in Fort Loudoun State Park. At this time, information is limited. VPD said the person’s body was recovered, adding that the department does not suspect foul play. The drowning reportedly...
10 most expensive homes sold in Shippensburg, May 20 - June 9
A house that sold for $530,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Shippensburg between May 20 and June 9. In total, 14 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past three weeks, with an average price of $319,379. The average price per square foot was $163.
G-A Gives Back Day sees students volunteering in the community
On Tuesday, June 4, Gage Clevenger went swimming in the Conococheague Creek near Martin’s Mill Bridge. The next day, he was back using a screwdriver to dig debris from cracks in the floorboard of the historic covered bridge. “I was just here yesterday swimming, now I’m here working,” said...
The Warm Weather Woes: Combating Fleas and Ticks to Protect Our Pets and Ourselves
I absolutely adore the warm weather we’ve been having, but I do not enjoy what it brings – fleas and ticks. We have been seeing animals come into the shelter just covered in these bloodsuckers and we have been handing out the flea and tick medication like it’s going out of style.
Fairfield native looking for love on 'The Bachelorette' season 21
An Adams County native is set to star on the next season of ABC's "The Bachelorette," the network announced. In a post introducing the next season's contestants, ABC announced that Brett Harris, 28, now of Manheim, Lancaster County, is set to be one of the contestants searching for love on the popular TV show's 21st season.
Child injured in Cumberland County bike crash
SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – A child was injured in a bicycle crash in Shippensburg on Friday. Shippensburg Police say on Friday the juvenile was riding a bike on the wrong side of the road and collided with a truck turning onto West King Street from North Fayette Street. The...
THE MAYOR’S REPORT: North Washington Street update, remembering Police Chief Keith Russell
So, it’s early Sunday morning and yes … I’m on the porch doin’ some sittin’ and enjoying the birds talking to each other as they plan their breakfast meal and an aerial tour of beautiful Greencastle. It’s been wonderful doing lots of outside sittin’, garden tending, yard work and grandparent stuff as our informal summer has begun.
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