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Frederick County voters turn out Sheriff Chuck Jenkins in Tuesday election

Here in Frederick County, there's a new sheriff in town as voters have turned out incumbent Chuck Jenkins.

Frederick County, MD · 3d

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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...

Fort Ritchie, WA · 2d

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Franklin County shopping center to be redeveloped following sale

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Chambersburg Borough announced earlier this week that it has endorsed the sale of the Southgate Shopping Center in Franklin County. At a regular meeting on Monday, November 2, the Chambersburg Town Council endorsed selling the remainder of the Southgate Shopping Center to Inch & Co. of York County, which has plans […]

Chambersburg, PA · 3d

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Wonder plans spring 2027 opening in Franklin County

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — Wonder, a food hall concept that allows customers to combine dishes from multiple restaurant menus in one order, plans to open a Franklin County location in spring 2027. The restaurant is planned for 520 Gateway Ave. in the North Chambersburg Village Center. Wonder officials confirmed the...

Franklin County, PA · 3d

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RAF Reopens High Rock Airfield In Maryland

The Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF) has reopened High Rock Airfield in western Maryland to backcountry aviators following a land donation from the estate of the late aviator Bob Armstrong. Located along the North Branch of the Potomac River, approximately 85 nautical miles northwest of Washington, D.C., the 1,700-foot turf airstrip...

Western Maryland, MD · 3d

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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 · 1d

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Frederick County cat tests positive for rabies: Health officials

Frederick County Health Department (FCHD) officials said a stray cat found in Woodsboro has tested positive for rabies on Friday.

Frederick County, MD · 21h

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James Longstreet's Account of the Battle of Gettysburg

At the Battle of Gettysburg (1-3 July 1863) Confederate Lieutenant General James Longstreet urged his commanding officer, General Robert E. Lee, to reposition their forces on the evening of Day 1. Lee refused, as the Union Army was before him and he had never retreated from a battle once engaged.

Gettysburg, PA · 4d

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Franklin County honors aging services employee, reports hiring improvements

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Franklin County commissioners honored a county employee Wednesday for her work helping older residents and their families, while also hearing how a new hiring system has made it easier for people to apply for county jobs. Dakota Hall, who works for the Franklin County Area Agency...

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Dargan boy: Remembering ‘Cy’ Kretzer on Veterans Day

Donald “Cy” Kretzer was born on July 25, 1921, in Keedysville, Maryland, and left this shore for another on June 5, 2010. “Cy,” as all his friends called him, was a most popular guy in Sharpsburg where he lived. On this Veteran’s Day, I also remember that...

Sharpsburg, MD · 2d

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Smithsburg Council weighs Hagerstown water system proposal

SMITHSBURG, Md. — Smithsburg officials are considering turning the town’s water system over to Hagerstown in a move that could lower water bills and provide millions of dollars in improvements, but questions remain about the town’s outstanding debt and other financial obligations. The proposal prompted a lively...

Smithsburg, MD · 19h

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History in the Making: Recovery 180 Opens Taneytown's First-Ever Residential 3.1 Treatment Facility

Four years in the making, the new center at 162 W. Baltimore Street is the largest Level 3.1 program in Carroll County history. The community is invited to the grand opening, open house and ribbon

Taneytown, MD · 1d

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Buchanan Trail Quilters wrap veterans in gratitude

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — Members of Buchanan Trail Quilters “wrapped” veterans and government services employees in love, gratitude, comfort and support at a ceremony Nov. 4 in Evangelical Lutheran Church of Waynesboro. “Today, we pause to honor those whose service has shaped our nation – those who wore...

Waynesboro, PA · 19h

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Live Music This Weekend in Montgomery County: November 6–8

This weekly live music roundup was compiled by MoCo MD Music. Be sure to follow them on Facebook and Instagram (@mocomdmusic) for more local performances, musicians, and live music events happening throughout Montgomery County. Six sets around Montgomery County this weekend, and Friday is the busiest day of the three....

Montgomery County, MD · 1d

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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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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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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 · 1d

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Popular Christmas vendor at Hanover market announces new storefront

A popular Hanover market vendor is joining forces with a vintage shop to open a new storefront in downtown Hanover, the businesses announced. Christopher Cringle's, a longtime Christmas vendor at the Hanover Market House, will be opening a new storefront in combination with Jules' Treasure Hunt at 279 Frederick Street in the borough. In their announcement of the upcoming venture, Jules' Treasure Hunt shared that the store will offer "vintage treasures, antiques, beautiful home decor, seasonal favorites, and plenty of surprises." The storefront is planning to hold a grand opening on Nov. 18, 2026, owner Chris Arter told The Evening Sun, adding that the store will be in addition to his vendor spot at the Hanover Market House. Arter is joining forces with his mother, Julie Arter, who will be opening the Jules' Treasure Hunt portion of the storefront as her own store for vintage items and antiques. "It’s madness in many ways, but I’m excited," Arter shared as he worked to prepare the new store while also preparing for the busy holiday season. Want Hanover and Adams County news delivered to your inbox? Sign up for the Hanover Daily Briefing newsletter by Harrison Jones here . Christopher Cringle's, which

Hanover, PA · 2d

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Amsterdam Road bridge set to reopen after eight years

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — The wait is nearly over. The bridge on Amsterdam Road near Shank’s Mill that has been closed since 2018 will reopen soon. “It’s been a long time and took a lot of preparation, but once the grant was obtained we were able to get the project together,” said Washington Township Manager Vernon Ashway. “All the contractors involved have been phenomenal and I’d like to thank Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) and Rep. Chad Reichard (R-Franklin) for helping us get the grant,” he added.

Waynesboro, PA · 2d

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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 · 2d