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SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. — The 68th annual Shippensburg Community Fair will return July 20–25 at the Shippensburg Fairgrounds, bringing a week of agriculture, entertainment...

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Smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to choke air quality across Franklin County, Pennsylvania, and Washington County, Maryland, prompting health warnings and raising a...

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WAYNESBORO, Pa. — A section of Orchard Road will be closed to traffic and northbound Route 997 (Anthony Highway) traffic will be shifted...

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SMITHSBURG, Md. — Layla Smith is getting a fresh start with a brand-new program. The recent Smithsburg graduate has committed to Newberry (S.C.)...

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Through the magic of Facebook, I’ve been able to loosely follow along with the life and times of Mike Ball, one of the...

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HAGERSTOWN, Md. — The Washington County Health Department is seeking houses of worship to participate in the Save a Life Day 2026 on...

Non-Profits

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — Renfrew Museum & Park will mark the nation’s 250th anniversary with a day of Revolutionary War living history on July...

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CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Visitors Bureau invites residents and visitors to enjoy the weekend with the latest episode of FCVB-TV. This...

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CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — Penn State Extension will offer a hands-on workshop focused on safe home food preservation methods for jams and jellies later...

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CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — Downtown Chambersburg, responsible for promoting the city and the development of the city’s new amphitheater, is among 18 community organizations...

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Photos by Toya: Middle Atlantic regional baseball tournament

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — Waynesboro split its opening day at the 10U Middle Atlantic Regional Tournament on Thursday, July 16, falling 9-5 to Millburn...

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Local Running Results: July 10-12

Tim & Susan Cook Memorial Mile (Males) Saturday, July 11, in Chambersburg Runners: 53 Winner: John Mascioli, 4:43 LocalNews1.org Finishers Chambersburg: Aaron Goshorn (4th in 5:04),...

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Photos by Toya: Waynesboro Youth League Mid-Atlantic Regional Tournament

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — The Waynesboro Youth League hosted 10 elite 10U baseball teams from Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland for...

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Photos by Toya: Waynesboro YMCA volleyball camp

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — YMCA volleyball camp participants focused on developing fundamental skills during a July 15 session, practicing serving, hitting and a variety...

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Bard picks up first win of career at Path Valley Speedway

Sometimes it takes years to realize a dream. Just ask Brandon Bard.  The Greencastle driver began racing at the start of the decade,...

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College Corner: Greencastle-Antrim grad Piper Linn soars in pole vault for 4th medal

When success eventually finds its way to young athletes, they are told to act like they’ve been there before. But what advice is...

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Abington, Virginia, and a few old stories

​Do you like history and adventure?  ​So do I! ​Who would get up at 2 in the morning and put the ‘pedal to...

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Do you ever practice ‘civility?’

​Mark Twain once said, “There are many humorous things in the world; among them, the white man’s notion that he is less savage than...

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Local history: Reading on wheels in Washington County

When the Washington County Public Library was opened in Hagerstown in 1901, it became a popular attraction for visitors and residents alike. It was the...

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Region prepares for worst air quality since 2023; residents urged to limit outdoor activity

Health officials in Pennsylvania and Maryland are urging residents to be cautious as wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota will blanket the area....

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Visitors Bureau to host healthy eating lunch and learn

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — The Franklin County Visitors Bureau will host “Microbiome Magic: A Healthy Eating Adventure Lunch & Learn … Tea Style” on...

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Area residents warned about air quality due to Canada, Minnesota wildfires

Smoke coming from Canadian and Minnesota wildfires began drifting into Pennsylvania Wednesday, and LocalNews1.org readers are warned to be careful with outdoor activities....

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For the first time locally, Meritus removes a blood clot from a lung

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — A 77-year-old Boonsboro resident and small-business owner is the first person to have a blood clot removed from their lung...

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Stomach bugs, rashes and ear infections rise this summer

Local pediatric providers are reporting a seasonal surge in common summer illnesses, with recent cases ranging from stomach viruses and allergy flare-ups to...

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When poor sleep becomes a serious health concern

Sleep is important to our overall health, and yet we often treat it as an afterthought. Poor sleep can affect everything from mood...

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