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MERCERSBURG, Pa. – The Conococheague Institute is hosting it’s first major event of the year in honor of the 250th Anniversary of the...

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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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CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Franklin County, with a population of about 160,000 residents, has filed 6,611 eviction notices since the Covid ban on evictions...

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HAGERSTOWN, Md. – They came to play lacrosse.  And they did. But for Boonsboro and South Hagerstown, this matchup was more about on-the-job training.  Two...

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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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HAGERSTOWN, Md. – The Washington County Health Department is encouraging residents to safely clean out their medicine cabinets during a spring medication take-back...

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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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CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Franklin County Visitors Bureau invites the public to experience downtown Chambersburg at Fandom Fest on May 9, 9 a.m. to...

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GREENCASTLE, Pa. – The Greencastle-Antrim School District will host its annual STEAM Expo on May 6, highlighting student innovation through a hands-on design...

Around The Region

BOONSBORO, Md. – The Town of Boonsboro invites residents to take part in its Annual Earth Day and Arbor Day Celebration and Park...

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Game of the week: District softball powers Greencastle-Antrim, Chambersburg to collide

If you’re looking for a high-powered softball game between two of the top teams in District 3, you don’t have to look much...

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Maidens honor alumni in special softball game, but lose to Northern York in loss

WAYNESBORO, Pa. – Waynesboro celebrated its past and present Wednesday during Maiden’s Day, but Northern York spoiled the occasion with a 17-2 victory...

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South Hagerstown rolls to doubleheader sweep

FREDERICK, Md. – Tyson Mangold fired a no-hitter in the nightcap on Wednesday as South Hagerstown scored a 5-3 and 10-0 sweep of...

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Local running results

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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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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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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Flu fades as ticks emerge

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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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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