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WAYNESBORO, Pa. — A Summer Solstice Celebration featuring “Cocktails in the Cemetery” will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday, June 21,...

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STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Nolan Sullivan lined a walk-off RBI single through the left side of the infield with two outs in the...

Local Government

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Hagerstown officials are considering changes to the city’s landlord-tenant regulations after a recent utility shutoff at a local apartment complex...

Sports

Steve Bell didn’t give up on the Fairfield baseball team after it won just four games in 2025, and he didn’t lose faith...

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As the old man sat quietly in the corner of the nursing home, I watched as he stared endlessly out the window. Not...

Health

PITTSBURGH — A new University of Pittsburgh study is challenging long-held assumptions about why some teenagers take risks, including experimenting with alcohol and...

Non-Profits

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — The Hagerstown Rotary Club will gather Wednesday, June 17, to celebrate community impact and leadership transitions. The club, which meets...

Entertainment

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — As the United States approaches its semiquincentennial in 2026, the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts is presenting the 2026...

School News

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — Franklin County Career and Technology Center students earned national recognition earlier this month, bringing home gold medals from the SkillsUSA...

Around The Region

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — A grant from United Way of Washington County is helping restore access to dental care for hundreds of local students...

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Waynesboro YMCA to host 11th annual triathlon Saturday

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — The Waynesboro YMCA will welcome athletes, volunteers and spectators for its 11th annual triathlon on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from...

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PIAA championship preview: Blue Devils, Beavers both hunting for first state title

History will be made on Friday when Greencastle-Antrim and DuBois meet at Penn State’s Medlar Field to play for the PIAA Class 5A...

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Mercersburg Academy names Coghlan head field hockey coach

MERCERSBURG, Pa. — Mercersburg Academy has named Jomara Coghlan as its next head field hockey coach. Coghlan brings nearly 20 years of collegiate...

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Club soccer roundup: Chambersburg-based Union Soccer Club closing in on seven league championships

You can’t argue with the numbers, it’s been yet another sharp season on the pitch for the Union Soccer Club. The USC, based...

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Cook Memorial Race to mark 22nd year during ChambersFest

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — The 22nd annual Tim & Susan Cook Memorial Race/Walk will take place on Saturday, July 11, as part of the...

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Local Running Results June 5-7

Baltimore 10 Miler Saturday, June 6, in Baltimore, Md. Runners: 2,603 Winner: Tim Synowiec, Salisbury, Md., 50:39; Top Female: Laura Doody, Baltimore, Md., 1:01:24 LocalNews1.org Finishers...

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Local history: Remembering heroes from around the region Part 3

As the nation moves closer to its 250th anniversary and celebrates the lives of the brave men and women who served to ensure freedom...

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Local history: Remembering heroes from around the region, Part 2

As the nation moves closer to its 250th anniversary and celebrate the lives of the brave men and women who served to ensure...

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Sniff Notes: A call for foster parents

Okay, gang. We need foster parents. Kind of desperately. It’s primarily for kittens. Or mothers with kittens. Our dog kennels are full and...

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State agencies stress safety as extreme heat grips the area

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Pennsylvania officials are urging residents to take precautions as heat and humidity are expected to push heat index values into...

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Healthcare career fair targets young Maryland residents

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Meritus Health will host a job fair later this month in Hagerstown to recruit participants for a paid workforce development...

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Meritus Health promotes Dave Lehr to expanded executive role

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Meritus Health has promoted Dave Lehr from chief strategy officer to chief administrative officer and chief innovation officer. In his...

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WCPS launches free summer meal program

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Washington County Public Schools has launched its annual summer meal initiative, providing free lunches to children and teens while school...

Health

Carrie Adams promoted to president of Meritus Medical Center

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Meritus Health has promoted Carrie Adams, Pharm.D., from chief operating officer to president of Meritus Medical Center, recognizing her record...

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Maryland says: ‘Eat well, buy local’

Maryland’s Best is kicking off summer with a new campaign, “Eat Well. Buy Local.” and the debut of an updated logo! This summer,...

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