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With the historic fountain as its centerpiece, Downtown Chambersburg will come alive with food, music and family fun during Fountain Fest 2026, a...

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WAYNESBORO, Pa. – Local artists will venture outside the four walls of a studio as they participate in Waynesboro’s first plein (open) air...

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BIGLERVILLE, Pa. – Carmen Lopez was visiting with her next-door neighbor at 4 p.m. on March 12, when she heard on television that...

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Lavi a Bon 5K Saturday, April 18, in Shippensburg Runners: 35 Winner: Kelly Dworak, Carlisle, 24:30; Top Male: Cliff Ocker, Shippensburg, 24:52 Local.News1.org Finishers Chambersburg: Alex Martin (3rd...

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I was up late last night and was asleep in my easy chair in the bedroom, and then early Saturday morning, I heard...

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CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – As spring temperatures settle across the Cumberland Valley, public health officials are shifting their focus from a declining winter virus...

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

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The breweries in Franklin and Washington counties are never short on fun, so we have gathered some of their events for the coming...

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WAYNESBORO, Pa. – The Arts Alliance of Greater Waynesboro will host the 2026 Waynesboro High School Art Show this weekend, showcasing the creative...

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HARRISBURG, Pa. – Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) has announced plans to introduce the Sam Worley Elderly Tax Relief Act, legislation designed to provide...

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South boys lacrosse team demonstrates ‘it takes a village,’ nears first winning season

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – Some say “it takes a village” to create ultimate success.  Usually, the proverb is used in reference to raising a child. At South Hagerstown, it can...

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Club Wrestling Roundup: Polifka, Crouse, Ardinger win titles at Middle Atlantic Wrestling Association West Regional Championships 

At least 18 club wrestlers from the Local.News1 coverage area — including a trio of champions in Jackson Polifka, Zane Crouse, and Logan...

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Shepherd player named Pitcher of Week for 2nd time, Rams scores, Smithsburg lacrosse

Junior pitcher Madelayne Ruffner’s big week just got a whole lot bigger  The Shepherd University starting pitcher was named the WIlson/National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA)...

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Palmer surges to victory at BAPS Motor Speedway

Franklin County wasn’t just taking part in the Limited Late Models feature at BAPS Motor Speedway, it was taking over. Five county drivers,...

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Waynesboro struggles continue against Big Spring

NEWVILLE, Pa. – The Big Spring Bulldogs continued their dominant run on Monday, handing Waynesboro its fifth consecutive loss with a 23-5 victory....

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Linganore bests South 13-5 in extra-inning softball battle

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – The South Hagerstown softball team knew it was going to be a fight.   Linganore has always seemed to be a more-than-worthy...

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Local history: Pen Mar Park, once a railway to fun and excitement

PEN MAR, Md. – Did you know that Pen Mar Park once was the home of a roller coaster? And a movie theater?...

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Reader’s Voice: United in faith, against injustice

Editor’s note: This piece has been submitted by: The Hagerstown Area Religious Council Board of Directors The Hagerstown Area Religious Council, whose members...

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Local history: Remembering James Smith, a local legend

Frontiersman James Smith may have passed away on April 11, 1813, but his name is etched into the lore of Franklin County for...

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Meritus Health’s nurse training recognized

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – Meritus Health announced that its Nurse Residency Program has earned reaccreditation through the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Practice Transition Accreditation...

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Expert advice offered on osteoporosis screening and prevention

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – About 10 million people in the United States have osteoporosis. Another 44 million have low bone density, placing them at...

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Meritus Health welcomes Dr. Christine Lewis

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Meritus Health is pleased to welcome gastroenterologist Christine Lewis, M.D., to Meritus Digestive Health Services. Dr. Lewis recently started at...

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Libraries launch countywide walking clubs to promote health and connection

Libraries across Franklin County are taking community wellness outdoors this spring through newly launched walking clubs designed to help residents stay active, make...

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Waynesboro under boil water mandate

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — When a water main breaks, the concern extends far beyond the inconvenience of a dry faucet. For residents in Waynesboro...

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Final Tap Talk focuses on housing solutions

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Healthy Franklin County and South Central Community Action Programs are inviting residents to the final session of their Tap Talk...

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