Serving Franklin, PA and Washington, MD Counties
Serving Franklin County, PA and Washington County, MD
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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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Washington County Public Schools recently honored seven graduating seniors with True Grit Awards. The recipients were selected by their schools for demonstrating perseverance...

Local Government

The Maryland Department of Agriculture is offering $670,000 in grant funding to assist farms and organizations in adopting conservation practices that benefit the...

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

Non-Profits

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — Rotarian Megan Witmer, along with her guest, Jacob Harrison, discussed their efforts to get the Rotaract of Franklin County Young...

Entertainment

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — On Saturday, July 18, the Franklin County Visitors Bureau will remember the history of July 1864 at the Ransoming, Burning...

School News

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — Boy Scout Michael Orwig has completed the construction of three new picnic tables for the concession area at the Waynesboro...

Around The Region

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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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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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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Five Franklin County baseball players earn all-state honors

It was a stellar season for Franklin County high school baseball. Greencastle-Antrim (23-3) won the PIAA Class 5A state title, Chambersburg (18-8) advanced...

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Sneak Peek: Hade, Phelan headline our Top 21 girls soccer players to watch in 2026

When we began researching our candidates for the top girls soccer players to watch this fall, it soon became apparent that the toughest...

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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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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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New pharmacist joins Carl’s Drug Store, Norland Avenue Pharmacy

CHAMBERSBURG & GREENCASTLE, Pa. — Norland Avenue Pharmacy and Carl’s Drug Store have announced the addition of Amanda Hite, to their pharmacy team....

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