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Cumberland County company names new president
Lower Allen Township-based Universal Media Inc. has announced that Kyle Cook has been named president/chief strategy officer at the company. Cook joined Universal Media Inc. in 2011 as a sales coordinator and later served as EVP of media strategy. If you purchase a product or register for an account through...
What $250,000 or less gets you in Cumberland County
For prospective homebuyers eyeing the real estate market in areas of Cumberland County, here's what sold for or under $250,000 between May 20 and May 26. Below, we provide an overview of the top three properties in each area, carefully chosen for their proximity to the desired price range and the largest living spaces.
Archeologists unearth history at Carlisle Barracks
An archeological survey completed last week has put to rest a persistent question surrounding a Revolutionary War-era building at Carlisle Barracks. A team from Juniata College found the underground remnants of support buttresses that confirm that the Hessian Powder Magazine was designed and built in 1777 to store gunpowder for the Continental Army.
Flames destroy Franklin County apartments
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Fire destroyed an apartment building in Franklin County overnight. Firefighters were called to Liberty and Second Streets in Chambersburg just after 1 a.m. for a reported structure fire. Crews arrived to find heavy fire in the first floor of an apartment building at 282 South...
Franklin County deed transfers: April 14-20, 2024
CHAMBERSBURG - The following deed transfers, for April 14-20, 2024, are public record in the Franklin County Registers and Recorders office. More deeds: Find out what properties have changed hands in Franklin County ...
PennDOT Announces Lane Restrictions for I-81 Resurfacing Project in Cumberland County
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced lane restrictions on Interstate 81 between Exit 52 (Route 11) and Exit 57 (Route 114) in Cumberland County for concrete patching and asphalt paving. Right lane closures are scheduled from 8:00 PM Friday, May 31, to 6:00 AM Monday, June 3, on northbound...
Cumberland County Bridge Inspection Leads to Lane Restrictions on Center Street
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced lane width restrictions on Center Street (Route 1015/East Penn Drive) bridge over Conodoguinet Creek in Camp Hill Borough and East Pennsboro Township, Cumberland County. These restrictions will be in effect on Wednesday and Thursday, June 5-6, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM daily, to facilitate a bridge inspection. The lane width will be restricted to 12-14 feet, but one lane in each direction will remain open.
Midstate veterans treated to fishing derby
MARYSVILLE, Pa. (WHTM) — The 6th Annual Tri-County Veterans Fishing Derby was held Sunday morning. Hosted by the Marysville Sportsman’s Association, the event honors veterans from Perry, Cumberland, and Juniata counties. Veterans who registered were treated to breakfast, lunch, and hours of fishing on club grounds. “We want...
PUBLIC NOTICE – NOTICE OF INTENT TO ISSUE
28-05028: Chambersburg Energy LLC (225 Alleman Rd, Chambersburg, PA 17201) for the operation of an electric generation facility in Guilford Township, Franklin County. Chambersburg Energy LLC is a major facility subject to the operating permit requirements of Title V of the Federal Clean Air Act and 25 Pa. Code Chapter 127, Subchapter F (relating to operating permit requirements) and G (relating to Title V operating permit requirements). Actual 2022 air emissions from the facility are estimated at 77.60 tons CO, 80.48 tons NOx, 2.43 tons VOC, and less than 1 ton of PM10, SOx and HAPs. The Operating Permit will include emission limits and work practice standards along with monitoring, recordkeeping and reporting requirements to ensure the facility complies with the applicable air quality regulations. Among other items, the conditions include provisions for the combustion turbines and emergency engines subject to the following regulations: 40 CFR Part 60: Subpart GG—Standards of Performance for New Stationary Gas Turbines; Subpart IIII—Standards of Performance for Stationary Compression Ignition Internal Combustion Engines.
On this date: moving a Mechanicsburg Landmark
Built in 1801 the Frankenberger Tavern is the oldest building in Mechanicsburg Borough, Cumberland County Pennsylvania. But in 1984 it was in danger of being torn down for an office building. Instead, it got moved 50 feet, and has now been restored to its original appearance.
2024-2025 Franklin County Dairy Princess Crowned
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — Ashley Ocker, 16, of Chambersburg, was crowned the 2024-2025 Franklin County Dairy Princess recently during the 57th annual pageant held at the Chambersburg Mennonite Church. The pageant is sponsored by the Franklin County Dairy Promotion Committee. The daughter of Steve and Sharon Ocker, Ashley is a...
Lincoln Intermediate Unit Executive Director Search
The Lincoln Intermediate Unit (LIU) announces the commencement of its search for a new Executive Director, following the recent announcement of Dr. Jeffrey West’s retirement. Dr. West will be stepping down on January 3, 2025, after nearly six years of dedicated service. Reflecting on his tenure, Dr. West shared...
Franklin County I-81 Welcome Center Closed for Energy-Efficient HVAC Upgrade
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced the closure of the northbound Interstate 81 Welcome Center in Franklin County, about a mile north of Maryland, from June 3-7. The closure is due to the replacement of the existing HVAC system with a more energy-efficient one. The parking area will also be closed during this period.
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