FOOD & DRINK
Rita’s Italian Ice announces Franklin County grand opening
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — A new Rita’s Italian Ice in Franklin County recently announced their upcoming grand opening date. abc27 news previously reported back in September when we first confirmed that a new Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard location would be opening on 731 Wayne Avenue in Chambersburg.
Chambersburg brings back grazing goats
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – For the second year in a row, expect to see grazing goats managing overgrown trails in Chambersburg. The borough says they’ve authorized FlockWorks to provide guided goat grazing to clear overgrown land along the banks of the Conocochegue Creek adjacent to the Rail Trail between West King and Commerce Streets.
Shapiro pushes aside politics to help Martin’s bring more ‘darn good rolls’ to Pa. and beyond
Politics might make strange bedfellows, but after Gov. Josh Shapiro’s visit to Martin’s Famous Pastry Shoppe Inc. in Chambersburg on Tuesday you could add potato rolls and economic development to that adage. During the 2022 gubernatorial race, some members of the Martin family behind the famous rolls and...
Fund drive underway as Greencastle playground begins second century
The annual fund drive for Greencastle’s Jerome R. King Playground is underway. A fundraising letter went out this week for the playground, which is beginning its 101th year of serving the Greencastle-Antrim community. The letter noted donations are “gladly accepted throughout the year.”. “Each year we strive to...
Panda Express coming to busy Wesel Boulevard area; Chick-fil-A makes more improvements
A Panda Express is planned at a busy shopping center intersection off Wesel Boulevard, one where Chick-fil-A has again made improvements to address backed up lines at its drive-thru. The Panda Express is planned for part of a parking lot across a Valley Park Commons entryway from the Chick-fil-A on...
If you like your living space both vintage and modern touches, check out The Updegraff
If you like your living space with a little bit of vintage, a lot of industrial chic and the latest amenities, this might be the place for you. It's taken a bit longer than anticipated, but renovations to the historic Updegraff building in downtown Hagerstown are nearly complete, and the first tenants are moving into the 21 new apartments on its upper levels.
NXT Best: The Little Mermaid, tips for your tomatoes and mountain music with a buffalo
Whether your idea of fun involves theater, music, festivals, outdoor activities or learning something new, we've got your spring entertainment guide right here in NXT Best! Terrific Tomato Tips Tuesday,...
Greencastle Spring Market Day
Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 18th, 2024, as Greencastle gears up for its annual Spring Market Day. From 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, downtown Greencastle will come alive with a bustling showcase of local artisans, crafters, fresh food vendors, and food trucks. This vibrant community event, hosted by the...
Mother’s Day Flower Pot Make & Take Event at Backroads Greenhouse
Backroads Greenhouse in Chambersburg is hosting a Mother’s Day Flower Pot Make & Take event on Saturday, May 4th, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The event welcomes children of all ages. Attendees are required to pre-register for the event, and tickets are priced at $10. Each ticket...
BLUES, BREWS & BARBECUE ANNUAL FUNDRAISER
Get ready to groove to the rhythm of electrifying blues music while savoring mouthwatering barbecue delights and sipping on specialty brews at the Capitol Theatre Center’s annual fundraiser event. The highly anticipated Blues, Brews & Barbecue event is scheduled for May 4, 2024, from 4:00pm to 8:00pm, rain or shine, at the Capitol Theatre Center’s backlot located at 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg, PA.
May the Fourth Be With You, Star Wars Craft, and “A New Hope” Showing at Grove Family Library
On Saturday, May 4th, 2024, at 12:30 PM, the Grove Family Library in Chambersburg invites you to join in the celebration of all things Star Wars. The event will feature a special Star Wars craft session where attendees can create their very own Yoda craft. In addition to the crafting...
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