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Dirty kitchens, hand-washing violations, unsafe food temps found in Franklin inspections

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. — Food safety inspectors identified violations involving improper food temperatures, employee hand-washing, sanitation, food storage and equipment maintenance during inspections of restaurants and other food establishments across Franklin County. Among the findings were improperly held meat at Caretti’s Pizza, sanitation and hand-washing violations at Egg Roll...

Franklin County, PA · 23h
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Retirees In This Maryland 55+ Community Gather At A Lodge Where The Gym And Pool Turn Neighbors Into Friends

Some friendships start at a lap lane. Others begin beside a treadmill, with two people comparing step counts and discovering they live three doors apart. In one active adult neighborhood near Frederick, Maryland, a single clubhouse has become the place where that kind of thing happens almost daily. It holds a gym built to win awards, a swimming pool that rarely fills up with kids, walking paths, a kitchen, and room for retirement parties and family events.

Frederick, MD · 4d
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Weather Update for Franklin County 11/13/2026

Chambersburg and Franklin County can expect a cool, mostly cloudy Friday, November 13, with a chance of morning rain or snow showers. Sunshine and warmer afternoons return next week. Today, Friday: Highs in the mid-40s, with a 50% chance of morning precipitation. North winds of 10–15 mph could gust to...

Franklin County, PA · 15h
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Washington County Health Department Hiring Program Coordinator

The Washington County Health Department is accepting applications for a full-time Coordinator Special Programs position through Wednesday, Nov. 18. The position involves managing programs and initiatives, preparing grant proposals, monitoring budgets and supervising staff. Program areas include chronic disease prevention and control, bicycle safety and nutrition education. Applicants must have...

Washington County, MD · 1d
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Franklin County commissioners met today where they discussed hunger and homelessness

The Franklin County Commissioners met this morning since tomorrow is Veterans Day and the offices will be closed. The discussion focused on hunger and homelessness, including recognition of a local nonprofit that has helped provide food to area seniors. Among the presentations will be recognition by the county’s Aging Department...

Franklin County, PA · 3d

Franklin County Free Press

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Downtown Hagerstown Holiday Market Set for November 21

The 2026 Downtown Holiday Market will take place Saturday, November 21, from 2 to 6:30 p.m. on South Potomac Street in downtown Hagerstown. The market will feature more than 20 handmade and artisan vendors. The first 100 shoppers will receive a free Downtown Hagerstown tote bag. Activities include a visit from Santa and an igloo bounce house for children.

Hagerstown, MD · 13h

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Barbara Ingram School for the Arts students invited to perform at Carnegie Hall

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Vocal students from Barbara Ingram School for the Arts have been invited to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City in May 2027, joining student musicians from across the country for a performance under the direction of Grammy-nominated conductor James Jordan. Washington County Public Schools...

Hagerstown, MD · 10h

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Kessel Fire grows to 300 acres as containment reaches 70% in West Virginia

BERKELEY SPRINGS, W.Va. — Firefighters have increased containment of a wildfire at Cacapon Resort State Park in West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle to 70%, while the affected area has grown to 300 acres as crews conduct planned burns to secure the fire’s perimeter. The West Virginia Division of...

Morgan County, WV · 1d

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Brush Fluffy Highland Cows on This Farm Day Trip

Looking for something to do this weekend? These great day trips are within a two-hour drive of DC. We’ve entered cozy season, and what could be cozier than cuddling up to a fluffy Highland cow? Black Rock Farm in Frederick County offers a chance to greet their cohort of shaggy cattle during a 45-minute “Highland Hangout.” A farmer provides some education about the cows, and visitors then get to feed them treats and brush their luscious locks. There’s also an opportunity to snap photos with the bovines. The experience must be booked in advance and welcomes groups of up to six people. Prices are $200 per group from Monday through Thursday and $250 from Friday through Sunday.

Frederick County, MD · 1d

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Greencastle Heritage Christmas plans tree lighting, parade and family activities

GREENCASTLE, Pa. — A tree lighting ceremony, Christmas parade, downtown celebrations and holiday shopping events will highlight the 36th annual Greencastle-Antrim Heritage Christmas in November and December. The Greencastle-Antrim Chamber of Commerce’s schedule includes a Nov. 20 tree lighting, the Nov. 21 Greencastle Christmas Parade and Heritage Christmas in...

Greencastle, PA · 1d

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Morgan County Clerk Reflects on 25 years with the County and a 41 percent mid-term voter turnout

BERKELEY SPRINGS, W.Va. (November 13, 2026) — This year as Morgan County Clerk Kimberly Nickles reflected on the recent general election, she was also looking back at it as her last election at the helm of the county clerk’s office. “Everything went fabulous,” said Nickles on Friday’s Panhandle...

Morgan County, WV · 12h

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A Pennsylvania Cave Tour Begins Inside an Ordinary House, Then Descends Through a Basement Door

The entrance to this cave sits under a house, and the tour starts by heading down through the basement. No ticket booth. No giant parking lot with souvenir stands. The tour runs on donations instead of a set admission fee. You book ahead online, grab a flashlight, and follow a guide down a steep set of stairs into the dark.

Pennsylvania · 4d

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Game of the week: Smithsburg, Mountain Ridge set to square off for berth in state quarters

There are four big reasons why Smithsburg’s football team would love nothing more than to beat Mountain Ridge in Friday night’s Maryland 1A West Region second-round game. The first three reasons are simple. The Miners are 3-0 against the Leopards in the all-time series. The fourth reason, however,...

Smithsburg, MD · 1d

Franklin County Free Press

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Senior Pantry Day Set for Nov. 16 in Greencastle

Franklin County residents age 60 and older can receive free food and hygiene products during Senior Pantry Day on Monday, Nov. 16, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Greencastle Senior Center, 10615 Antrim Church Road. Doors will open at 9 a.m. Food boxes will include nonperishable items, fruits,...

Greencastle, PA · 14h

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GIANT | MARTIN’S Donates 400 Turkeys and $10,000 to Winchester-Area Food Assistance Groups

Winchester, Virginia — Three organizations that serve Winchester and the surrounding area will receive turkeys and cash from The GIANT Company this Thanksgiving season. CCAP, at 112 S. Kent St. in Winchester, will receive 250 turkeys. Loaves & Fishes, at 549 N. Queen St. in Martinsburg, West Virginia, will get 150 turkeys. Blue Ridge Area Food Bank will receive a $10,000 monetary donation.

Winchester, VA · 3d

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Dakota Hall honored for work helping Franklin County families

Dakota Hall, an aging care manager who oversees a caregiver support program that has more than doubled in size, has been named Franklin County’s October Employee of the Month. Hall has worked for Franklin County since March 2023 and serves with the Franklin County Area Agency on Aging, according to a community announcement. The Franklin County Commissioners presented Hall with the award during their Nov. 4 public meeting. The county’s Special Thanks and Recognition (STAR) Committee selects Employee of the Month recipients. The committee received 10 nominations for the October award, including four for Hall. Nominations highlight Hall's dependability Coworkers cited Hall’s reliability, knowledge and ability to manage the growing Caregiver Support Program among the reasons for her recognition. “One of the qualities that makes Dakota stand out is her dependability,” one nomination said according to the announcement. “She can be counted on to show up, work hard and follow through with her commitments.” The nomination noted that Hall is the only employee who runs the Caregiver Support Program, handling intakes and making sure paperwork is submitted on time and families receive the support and services they need. The program served 37 consumers when Hall began and now serves nearly

Franklin County, PA · 3d

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Arepa King Closes Hagerstown Location Ahead of Gaithersburg Opening

Arepa King, a Venezuelan restaurant preparing to open its first Montgomery County location in Gaithersburg’s Kentlands neighborhood, has announced the permanent closure of its Hagerstown restaurant as it transitions to the new location. The Hagerstown restaurant officially closed on Thursday, November 12, after opening in February 2025. In a...

Gaithersburg, MD · 13h

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Army veteran now helps seniors — and fellow vets — find support in Maryland

An Army veteran turned home care owner in Ellicott City is helping seniors and hiring fellow veterans to give back.

Ellicott City, MD · 2d

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School bus violations increase statewide; Franklin County provider receives safety funding

Pennsylvania authorities documented 196 drivers illegally passing stopped school buses during a single day of enforcement in October, an increase from the previous year, according to results released by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. The violations were recorded during Operation Safe Stop, an annual statewide initiative involving law enforcement agencies...

Franklin County, PA · 3d

Franklin County Free Press

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Franklin County Recognizes Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week

The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed November 15–21, 2026, as Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, encouraging residents to learn about the causes of hunger and homelessness and ways to support those affected. According to the county, more than 19,000 residents were receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits as...

Franklin County, PA · 1d