Serving Franklin, PA and Washington, MD Counties
Serving Franklin County, PA and Washington County, MD
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Sports fans flock to New York to watch baseball, and the same can be said for football in Pittsburgh. Some cities are known...

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CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — The Franklin County Commissioners proudly presented the April Employee of the Month award to Erin Witmer during the board’s May 6 public meeting. Witmer has been employed by...

Local Government

Hagerstown, Md. – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners will consider the county’s proposed fiscal year 2027 operating and capital budgets Tuesday...

Sports

Mann Plumbing defeated the Green Bananas 6–2 on Friday in GASBA Little League action, capitalizing on timely scoring despite being outhit. Green Bananas...

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He can’t believe it happened. Not to a dog like him. He’s old. Been on the earth for a little more than 10...

Health

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — While many associate self-care with bubble baths and spa days, experts say children benefit from simpler, developmentally appropriate practices that...

Non-Profits

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Looking for a new friend? The Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter is featuring these Pets of the Week. For more information, interested...

Entertainment

FAYETTEVILLE, Pa — Totem Pole Playhouse is proud to announce the full cast and creative team for its upcoming production of A Night...

School News

MONT ALTO, Pa. – Penn State University has launched a new course to help students at the seven Commonwealth campuses, including Mont Alto,...

Around The Region

GETTYSBURG, Pa. — Visitors to Gettysburg National Military Park will begin seeing changes this weekend as the National Park Service launches a major...

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High School Stat Leaders through May 10

With one monstrous heave, Fairfield’s Austin Snyder became the first area thrower to break 50 feet in the shot put. Competing at the...

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Waynesboro student-athletes hold college signing event

WAYNESBORO, Pa. – It’s become an annual thing at Waynesboro Area Senior High School. Student-athletes get together to hold a college signing event...

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Smithsburg moves to West II final; other high school, college sports

BRUNSWICK, Md. – Big games need a big boom.  Gavin Remarge provided the big blast by connecting for a first-inning grand slam on...

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High school scores and standings from May 4-9

Smithsburg’s baseball squad will be playing for a region title. The Leopards earned that right last week following two victories in the Class...

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Area teams lose in Maryland regional lacrosse finals

BOYS LACROSSE  Class 1A West I  No. 1 Middletown 21, No.4 Boonsboro 4  No. 3 Catoctin 7, No. 2 Smithsburg 4  Catoctin heads...

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North, Boonsboro advance in Maryland regional playoffs; Shepherd news

Boys lacrosse  Class 1A West I  Boonsboro 17, Brunswick 3  Warriors advance to face top seed Middletown on Friday  No. 2-seed Smithsburg hosts...

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‘The Prophet’

When I was a young correctional officer (aka prison guard), I had the opportunity to conduct contraband searches.  In my early career, while...

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Franklin County deserves growth that builds a future, not a power line cutting through it

Editor’s note: The following was written by Mike Ross, president, Franklin County Area Development Corporation. At the Franklin County Area Development Corporation, we...

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Foot notes: Sub-2 lightning strikes twice at London Marathon

When Kenyan John Korir broke the tape at the Boston Marathon in a course-record time of 2:01:52, it provided affirmation for a thought...

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Healthy Franklin County suggests we ‘Move for Mental Health’

 This May, during both Mental Health Awareness Month and Physical Activity Awareness Month, Healthy Franklin County is launching Move for Mental Health, a month‑long communitywide...

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American Stroke Month: BE FAST to save lives

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – In recognition of American Stroke Month this May, Meritus Medical Center is raising awareness about the warning signs of stroke...

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Keystone Health unveils May meal schedule

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Keystone Health has released a comprehensive calendar of free community meals available throughout May, providing daily options for residents in...

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Move for better mental health

Franklin County residents will have new opportunities to support their mental well-being this spring as Healthy Franklin County launches its “Moved for Mental...

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Health officials urge STI screening

The overall number of sexually transmitted infections are on the decline in Pennsylvania, and to continue this downward trend, the Pennsylvania Department of...

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Stay safe outdoors this season

The Pennsylvania Department of Health is urging residents to take precautions as tick activity increases across the state, raising the risk of tickborne...

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