Serving Franklin, PA and Washington, MD Counties
Serving Franklin County, PA and Washington County, MD
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HAGERSTOWN, Md. – Filing for 2026 primary and general elections has ended in Washington County. Following are the county races ahead of the...

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WAYNESBORO – “Keep noticing things and be observant,” local artist Seth Holmes urged Summitview Elementary students when he visited the school March 20....

Local Government

With questions constantly lingering about the intended immigration facility in Williamsport, community members are eager to understand what this means for Washington County,...

Sports

Boxers & Briefs 5K Saturday, March 21, in Ashburn, Va. Runners: 174 Winner: Paul McCormick, Ashburn, Va., 18:37; Top Female: Lexi Acton, Arlington, Va., 22:52 LocalNews1.org Finishers...

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Whenever young families move to a new area, a few factors rank high on their list of importance. Neighborhood value, local crime rate...

Health

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Meritus Health’s new General Surgery Residency Program has matched with its first class of three doctors, plus three transfers to...

Non-Profits

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — The Franklin County Senior Community Grant Program is now accepting applications from nonprofit organizations, local governments, and educational institutions dedicated to...

Entertainment

FAYETTEVILLE, PA — Totem Pole Playhouse is inviting audiences to experience something new this spring with the launch of its Tucked Away Treasures Series, a...

School News

Chambersburg, Pa. — Wilson College will host ArtsFest 2026 from April 6–10, a weeklong celebration showcasing talents of Wilson artists, nationally recognized visiting professionals,...

Around The Region

The Greater Waynesboro Area Chamber of Commerce will mark a milestone this spring with the 30th Annual Business and Community Expo, scheduled for...

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High School Stat Leaders through March 22

Just over a week into the high school spring sports season, we’ve identified seven area ballplayers who have yet to make an out...

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High School Scores and Standings from March 16-21

Mother Nature did her very best to ruin the first full of week of high school sports, but area squads rolled with the...

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S. Hagerstown splits a pair as boys open lacrosse season, Shepherd roundup too

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – South Hagerstown’s boys lacrosse team opened the 2026 season on Saturday by splitting a pair of games during the SouthSide Invitational.  Logan Harold scored three goals but...

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Area school sports, March 23-28

Waynesboro Area School High and Middle School Monday, March 23 Junior Varsity Boys Baseball, Boiling Springs at Waynesboro, 4:15 p.m. Varsity Girls Softball,...

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Maidens fall in tough battle

The WASHS Maidens’ offense found its rhythm late, but it wasn’t enough to overcome a strong showing from the East Pennsboro Panthers, who...

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Game of the Week: Maidens set to host district qualifier Carlisle

Waynesboro and Carlisle’s softball teams both have high hopes for the 2026 season. The Maidens return several big bats in their lineup, while...

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Sniff notes: CVAS hosts Easter egg fun

It is time for the Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter’s Easter Hound Hunt. Oh how much I love this event. It will be held...

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Sniff notes: The science of cat kneading

I have a thing for curling tootsies. Yeah, I’m going to have to explain this one. The other day, I walked up to...

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Foot notes: A ride with Pax the Max (happy b-day!)

I’m still coming to terms with the fact that my son, Paxton, will be turning 13 this weekend. A teenager! Instead of playing...

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Spring outside for better mental health

Spring’s arrival offers a natural invitation to step outside and support mental health, and experts say even small doses of time in nature...

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Physicians urge early screening as colorectal cancer cases climb in under-50 group

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Colorectal cancer, once considered a disease primarily affecting adults over 50, is increasingly being diagnosed in younger people, raising concern...

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New study aims to ‘right-size’ breast cancer treatment

 For women age 70 and over with a common form of breast cancer, determining “the right size” of treatment can be challenging, in...

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Flu, COVID, RSV still circulating

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. – A handful of common viruses are circulating across Franklin County this month, mirroring trends seen across Pennsylvania and the...

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Final winter STREAK workshop features standing yoga

WellSpan Health’s Winter STREAK Wellness Program will wrap up its 2026 workshop series on Wednesday, March 18, with “Standing Strong – Anywhere Yoga...

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Experts offer tips for storm anxiety and safety

Many residents woke up on Monday, March 16, feeling a knot in their stomachs as forecasters highlighted the risk for severe thunderstorms. For...

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