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Ritchie Museum expands with new research facility

FORT RITCHIE, Md. — The Ritchie History Museum is expanding its presence at historic Fort Ritchie by adding another facility to their organization. A new research center located right next to the museum is being renovated in preparation for a potential spring opening. The research center will be in...

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Perry To Review Soldier's Death At Army Depot

Outgoing Pennsylvania Congressman Scott Perry has stated he will review a letter from the family of Specialist Krystopfer Lopez, who died during a firearms training incident at Letterkenny Army Depot in Franklin County. The family is requesting a congressional inquiry into the Army's emergency medical response following Lopez's death on March 12, as reported by WGAL.

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Poffenberger Road

HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 3, 2026) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a temporary road closure on Poffenberger Road to through traffic at the one lane bridge tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to complete the tree removal. Motorists are encouraged to use alternate...

Washington County, MD · 3d
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Fluoridation ending for most of Franklin County

ST. THOMAS, Pa. — Bear Valley Water Authority is joining Chambersburg in plans to discontinue fluoridation of its drinking water, despite continued recommendations from the American Dental Association and other public health organizations. On May 11, the Chambersburg Borough Council voted 6-5 against spending more than $220,000 to repair...

Franklin County, PA · 1d
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Ghostbusters, Drones and a Do-Over: Mayor McIntire Takes Aim at Unregulated Recovery Houses

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Hagerstown is bringing recovery houses under the city’s rental licensing rules and looking at new ordinances for homes that have opened in residential neighborhoods with little oversight, Mayor Bill McIntire said Wednesday. McIntire made the remarks in a conversation with host Allison Trobaugh on News...

Hagerstown, MD · 1d

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One of Maryland’s Largest Local Facebook Groups Is Changing Hands After Founder Announces Difficult Decision

The founder of Everything Frederick, a Facebook group with more than 156,000 members, has announced that she is stepping away from overseeing the popular community platform and transferring its leadership to Caring Hearts, a Frederick County nonprofit organization. Shannon Flannery, who founded Everything Frederick in 2020, shared the decision in...

Frederick County, MD · 15h

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Frederick to Distribute 1,200 Free Turkeys at Annual Harvest of Hope Event

Frederick County residents will have an opportunity to receive a free Thanksgiving turkey and holiday side dishes during the City of Frederick’s annual Harvest of Hope event on Wednesday, November 18th. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., or until supplies run out, at Nymeo...

Frederick County, MD · 3d

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Veterans Day parades and special events in Franklin County

Did you know Franklin County has a higher percentage of veterans in its adult population than the U.S. does? According to the Franklin County Visitors Bureau, there are 10,250 veterans in the county — about 9% of the adult population. They are among the 17.2 million veterans around the country, or 6.5% of the adult population. In honor of Veterans Day, the visitors bureau has compiled a list of local events honoring the heroes who served their country. The organization also invites residents and visitors to explore the county with the Franklin County Military Trail of History, a self-guided tour through the monuments, memorials, cemeteries, forts, houses, and parks that honor those who served in America’s military and armed forces. Check out ExploreFranklinCountyPA.com or the `11/30 Visitors Center in Chambersburg for more information. Veterans Day events in Franklin County Chambersburg Rotary Flags for Heroes Display: Nov. 7-16, dawn to dusk, at Sellers Funeral Home. Open for walkthroughs to honor local heroes. Shippensburg Veterans Day Parade: 2 p.m. Nov. 8. Parade begins at King and Prince streets and continues south to Spring Street. The Wayne Band Veterans Tribute Concert: 7 p.m. Nov. 9, Quincy Village's Hess Room, 1000 Wesley Drive, Waynesboro.

Franklin County, PA · 20h

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Road work scheduled for next two weeks on area highway

WARFORDSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Road work is continuing on an area highway this week and next. PennDOT said a contractor began pipe repairs on Interstate 70 westbound between mileposts 162 and 159.5 in Fulton County on Monday. That work will last until Friday. Also this week, crews are installing recessed black and white tape on […]

Fulton County, PA · 2d

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Let’s take a look at the shift in voters after Tuesday’s election

A new analysis by The Wall Street Journal finds voters across the country shifted toward Democrats in Tuesday’s midterm elections, reversing some of the gains President Donald Trump made with key groups of voters in 2024. The analysis points to changes among independent voters, younger voters, Hispanic voters and...

Franklin County, PA · 1d

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Franklin County Honors 87 Employees for Service Milestones

Franklin County recognized 87 employees last week for career milestones reached in 2026, ranging from five to 40 years of service. The Franklin County Commissioners, County Administration, President Judge Shawn Meyers and Court Administration participated in the recognition. Jennie Aines of Voter Registration and William Bowen of Emergency Services were...

Franklin County, PA · 1d

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Jefferson County sees a blue splash in midterm election

Having voted nearly straight ticket Republican in 2024, Jefferson County replaced three of four Republican incumbents in the House of Delegates with Democrats.

Jefferson County, WV · 19h

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Waynesboro Rotarians meet new Interact Club presidents

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — Officers for the Waynesboro Area Senior High Rotary Interact Club for 2026-27 were installed at last week’s Rotary Club meeting. Waynesboro Rotary is the sponsor for the club, which draws students from the high school’s Future Business Leaders Association program. Rotarian Jeff Rock said...

Waynesboro, PA · 2d

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Frederick County Voters Decide Local Leadership as Maryland Election Results Take Shape

Election night is over, and voters across Maryland and Frederick County have made their decisions in races ranging from Governor and Congressional seats to local county leadership. At the state level, Democrat Wes Moore won another term as Governor, easily defeating Republican challenger Dan Cox. In Congressional District 6, Democrat...

Frederick County, MD · 2d

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Hagerstown offers free electronics recycling, shredding

Hagerstown residents can recycle unwanted electronics and have personal documents securely shredded for free from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 7 at Fairgrounds Park. The service is available only to city residents, according to a community announcement. The event will take place rain or shine in the softball field parking lots at Fairgrounds Park, 351 N. Cleveland Ave., and may end early if trucks are filled. The City of Hagerstown has contracted with Waste Management Inc. for the eCycles Day event. Residents should bring proof of residency and remain in their vehicles while workers remove recyclable items. Electronics should be placed in the trunk or rear area of an SUV. What electronics can Hagerstown residents recycle Acceptable items include computers, CPUs, monitors, peripherals, printers, keyboards, photocopiers, fax machines, VCRs, televisions, stereos, cellphones, home and office phones and consumer electronics. Microwaves, smoke alarms and detectors, thermostats, dehumidifiers, equipment containing sludge or liquids, non-decontaminated medical equipment, large appliances and commercial bulk amounts will not be accepted. The list of large appliances includes refrigerators. Collection is limited to city residents. How document shredding will work Residents can also have personal documents securely shredded at the event. Documents will be transported directly to

Hagerstown, MD · 1d

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Franklin County deed transfers: Aug. 23-29, 2026

CHAMBERSBURG - The following deed transfers for Aug. 23-29, 2026, are public record in the Franklin County Registers and Recorders office. More deeds: Find out what properties have changed hands in Franklin County Branin Lewis to Jeyson Moreno De Oleo Sr., Lot 2, Guilford Avenue, Chambersburg, $258,000 Allen Miles to John Catanio, Premises A & B, Chambersburg, $224,000 Elizabeth Basler Wilson to Equity Finance Solutions LLC, Lot 144, Joy Drive, Antrim Township, $380,000 Scott Maclean to Tier 1 Properties LLC, Lot 5 Section F, Westminster Drive, Washington Township, $165,000 Thomas Arehart to Courtney Matson, Unit 402, Barberry Circle, Montgomery Township, $285,000 Country & Cozy Rentals LLC to Wyatt Burleson, North Main Street, Mercersburg, $185,000 LGI Homes Pennsylvania LLC to John Bewley, Lot 98, Bartholomew Drive, Waynesboro, $300,900 LGI Homes Pennsylvania LLC to Stephanie Collazo Ortiz, Lot 17, Abigail Avenue, Waynesboro, $399,900 Sensenig Real Estate LLC to Keren Candelario Rivera, East Queen Street, Chambersburg, $221,000 David Libby to Datesman Living Trust, Lot 20, Fletcher Drive, Antrim Township, $593,000 David Lehr to Joseph Barnes, one parcel, Washington Township, $100,000 Clifford Lehman to Brandon Kennedy, North Allison Street, Greencastle, $175,000 D&A Real Estate Enterprise LLC to Logan Weishaar, Lot 1, Lincoln Way East,

Franklin County, PA · 20h

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Route 997 to Close Nov. 13–16 for Railroad Crossing Replacement

A section of Route 997 (Cumberland Highway) in Greene Township will close while a contractor replaces the railroad crossing north of Chambersburg, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. Weather permitting, the closure will begin at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, and continue through 3 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16. The...

Chambersburg, PA · 3d

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Franklin County Republicans Reflect on Election Results, Look Ahead to 2027

While Tuesday’s election brought disappointing results for Republicans across Pennsylvania, the Franklin County Republican Committee is grateful for the strong support shown for Republican candidates here at home. Franklin County voters delivered a decisive local victory for Republican candidate Stacy Garrity. According to. unofficial election returns, Garrity received nearly...

Franklin County, PA · 2d

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Hagerstown celebrates legacy of city’s founding more than 250 years ago

Hagerstown is honoring its founder, Jonathan Hager, who died 251 years ago.

Hagerstown, MD · 9h

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Franklin County Seeks Drug and Alcohol Advisory Board Members

Franklin County is accepting applications for unpaid volunteer positions on the Franklin/Fulton Drug & Alcohol Advisory Board. Applicants must live or work in Franklin County and fit one of three categories. Business, industry or labor — Someone who can represent a local business, industry or workforce. Family member —...

Franklin County, PA · 3d