LATEST NEWS
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.
Washington County community members walk to raise awareness for crime victims' rights
About 60 people walked through the downtown Hagerstown area on Friday to raise awareness for crime victims' rights. The walk was part of a variety of events held to recognize National Crime Victims' Rights Week, which was April 21-27. School bus driver recognized:Washington County Public Schools' Educational Support Personnel of...
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.
Female entrepreneurs rally in Hagerstown to celebrate National Small Business Week
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (DC News Now) — For fifty years communities across the U.S. have observed National Small Business Week. Western Maryland this year is showcasing women entrepreneurship. Nationwide more than 16 million businesses have launched in just the past five years. But fewer than one in four are women-owned. “The presumption is that the boy […]
Car shows, festivals and the first carnival: Things to do in May in Franklin County
As summer nears, May is a big month for car shows, family festivals, beer fests, chicken barbecues, benefit golf tournaments and other kinds of events. The first carnival of the year in Franklin County even starts at the end of the month. Check out these and other events in May.
Council Members Raise Concerns About Bill To Increase Backyard Chickens In Frederick County
It would allow residents to raise chicken on properties of less than three acres. Frederick, Md (KM) Raising backyard chickens could be expanded in Frederick County. The Council on Tuesday discussed a bill sponsored by Councilman Mason Carter to allow residents to own eight or fewer chickens on lots of 30,000 square feet. Roosters would be prohibited, and any chicken coop, pen or stall could only be placed no closer than 25 feet away from a lot line.
At Meritus, one group’s mission is that no one dies alone
Of all the volunteer programs in the Meritus Medical Center Auxiliary, No One Dies Alone (NODA) is unlike any other. “It requires a special calling,” says Jessica Casey, volunteer coordinator. “NODA is not your typical volunteering opportunity.”. But the program is an important one for the staff at...
Mom shares public safety message after children find loaded gun in Maryland park
After her 8-year-old son and 9-year-old niece recently found a loaded gun at a park in Washington County, Amber Groomes wants to use the experience as an educational opportunity in case another child or adult finds a gun. The children ran up to her about their find, she said. "Thankfully...
Everything Frederick And More Opens On North Market Street
Real Estate Professional Shannon Flannery morphs Facebook page into Frederick centric meeting place and store. Frederick, MD (JK) – The Everything Frederick and More meeting place and store has opened this week at 401 North Market Street. The brainchild of Shannon Flannery, local real estate professional, is modeled after her successful Facebook Page.
Western Maryland legislative delegation shares takeaways from 2024 General Assembly session
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (DC News Now) — Maryland senators and delegates have returned to their districts following the latest legislative session. The western Maryland delegation held a town meeting of sorts on Wednesday at Hagerstown Community College, sponsored by the Washington County-Greater Hagerstown Chamber of Commerce. The lawmakers shared their perspectives from their months in Annapolis […]
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...
Hotdoggers haul buns as they bring Wienermobile to Waynesboro
The iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile rolled into Waynesboro for photo ops and more Thursday afternoon outside of Walmart. Carl Mayer first proposed a 13-foot-long hot dog car to his Uncle Oscar in 1936 to spread the news about their German-style wieners on the streets of Chicago. Today’s Wienermobile is:
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.