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Missing Delaware Teen Found in Franklin County; Man Charged
Pennsylvania State Police have located a missing Delaware teenager in Greene Township, Pennsylvania. The 15-year-old girl was found hiding under a bed in a residence on the 5400 block of White Church Road. She had left her home in Delaware on Monday, attempting to hitchhike to Canada. Delaware State Police...
Driver flown to hospital after being freed from wreckage in Adams County crash
ADAMS COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)– One person had to be flown to the hospital after first responders were able to free them from the wreckage of an Adams County crash last week. In a Facebook post, Northeast Adams Fire & EMS said they were dispatched around 11:06 p.m. Friday, May 24, to a crash with entrapment […]
Franklin County Family Loses Home to Fire
A Franklin County family suffered a massive loss as their soon-to-be home was destroyed by fire before they could move in. The Egolf family had already transferred all their possessions to the home, planning to move in this Sunday. Chief Sanders of the MMP&W Volunteer Fire Department confirmed the total loss of their belongings.
Sheetz Opens New Store in Washington County
Sheetz is set to open a new convenience store and gas station at 1333 Dual Highway, near Mount Aetna Road in Washington County, on Tuesday. The public opening is scheduled for 8 a.m., with grand opening festivities commencing at 9 a.m. The celebration includes free self-serve coffee and soda throughout the day. Attendees can participate in multiple prize drawings, including a grand prize of a $2,500 Sheetz gift card, equating to “free Sheetz for a Year.” Participants must be over 18 and present to win, with no purchase necessary.
Pedestrian killed on rural road in Franklin County
A Mercersburg man was struck by a vehicle and killed while walking on a rural road in Franklin County on Thursday evening, according to Pennsylvania State Police. John Stottlemeyer, 77, was facing traffic while walking in the northbound lane of Lemar Road, Peters Township, at about 9:12 p.m. when he was hit by a GMC Sierra pick-up truck.
Update: Severe thunderstorm watch for part of Pennsylvania until early Monday
On Sunday at 10:23 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated severe thunderstorm watch in effect until Monday at midnight for Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Franklin, Fulton and Huntingdon counties. Preparing for impending lightning strikes: Expert safety recommendations. Lightning strikes the United States approximately 25 million times each year, with...
Chambersburg Memorial Day parade canceled due to weather
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — The Chambersburg Memorial Day Parade has been canceled. Video above: Watch the WGAL News 8 Storm Team forecast. "Due to inclement weather expected for tomorrow morning, the Memorial Day parade has been cancelled. The volunteers who organize the event would like to invite the public to the AMVETS post 224 at 750 5th Ave for an indoor celebration of our fallen heroes at 11:00am.," the Chambersburg Police Department said.
Hagerstown woman leads crusade for Lyme disease awareness
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (DC News Now) — Ashley Baker was left bedridden for months on end struggling with pain. It took several years and dozens of doctors for her to be diagnosed with Lyme disease. “Not a lot of people realize the impact what Lyme has on people,” Baker said. “A lot of people go misdiagnosed […]
See all homes sold in Shippensburg, May 20 to May 26
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Shippensburg reported from May 20 to May 26. There were 2 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,333-square-foot home on Molly Pitcher Highway in Greene Township that sold for $325,000.
Franklin County deed transfers: April 7-13, 2024
CHAMBERSBURG - The following deed transfers, for April 7-13, 2024, are public record in the Franklin County Registers and Recorders office. More deeds: Find out what properties have changed hands in Franklin County ...
Pennsylvania State Police shut down Franklin County road
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police have shut down a Franklin County road. According to Franklin County Emergency Dispatch, Lemar Road in Peters Township, Franklin County is closed and State Police are responding to the scene. This is a developing story. FOX43 will add additional information as it...
Ten Midstate athletes earn a dozen gold medals at PIAA state track meet
SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The Midstate was well represented at the PIAA State Track & Field Meet over the weekend, with ten local athletes earning a dozen gold medals, with many more earning podium appearances. Highlights from Friday and Saturday along with interviews with gold medalists can be found above and below, along with a […]
Catalytic Converter Stolen from Honda Accord in Chambersburg
In the early hours of May 24, 2024, a catalytic converter was stolen from a 2000 Honda Accord parked on the 400 block of E. Liberty Street in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. The Chambersburg Police Department is investigating the incident and is seeking assistance from the public. Anyone with information about the theft is encouraged to contact the Chambersburg Police Department or submit a tip on Crime Watch.
Mega Cash Bingo Hosted by Franklin Fire Company
Location: Franklin Fire Company Social Hall, 158 W. King St, Chambersburg, PA. Date and Time: Saturday, June 1; doors open at 4:00 PM, Bingo starts at approximately 6:45 PM. Franklin Fire Company invites you to a thrilling evening of Bingo with a chance to win significant cash prizes. Attendees can look forward to an action-packed night featuring various games and opportunities to win.
National Weather Service conducts storm survey
WHITLEY COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) - Following Sunday’s severe weather, the National Weather Service in Jackson conducted a storm survey in the Cumberland Valley area. “Anytime we have reports of damage, especially if it’s possibly tornadic in nature, the way we can confirm that and figure out what the windspeeds were and what the size and path of that tornado or straight line winds were is by sending a weather service team down,” Warning Coordination Meteorologist Jane Marie Wix said.
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