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Zane Crouse was asked to compete against some of the nation’s toughest wrestlers last weekend. He dominated them. Crouse, a wrestler from Greencastle,...

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HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Trevor Bauer might not be in the big leagues anymore, but he still has plenty of star power. The 35-year-old...

Local Government

HAGERSTOWN — City Council continued discussions on the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget, reviewing federal Community Development Block Grant funding, redevelopment incentives and...

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

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...

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

This week, theaters across south-central Pennsylvania and western Maryland have a wonderful lineup of performances. From timeless musicals to youth productions, stages in...

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

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — A bridge inspection is scheduled for Woodstock Road (Route 1003) over Interstate 81 near Chambersburg. Weather permitting, this work will...

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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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S. Hagerstown lacrosse winds down shiniest season in school history

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – The sun set at about 8 p.m. in Hagerstown on Friday.  Symbolically, it was the same time things became dusky for the...

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Game of the Week: Rebels, Hawks set to meet in pivotal baseball playoff game

South Hagerstown and Urbana are two programs that share similar talents on the baseball field.  Both teams know how to hit the ball,...

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Saber’s pitching helped lead Smithsburg to 12-2 win in 1A West II opener

SMITHSBURG, Md. – The Smithburg baseball team prepared for everything as it entered the Maryland Class 1A playoffs.  “Come playoff time, you got to score every run you can,” said Leopards’ coach Patrick Moore.  Believing...

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Waynesboro notches 14th, 15th wins with sweep of James Buchanan

WAYNESBORO – The Waynesboro Indians and James Buchanan varsity baseball teams had to wait three weeks to complete a suspended game and then...

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Local running results: May 1-3

Shalom Academy 5K Saturday, May 2, in Chambersburg Runners: 93 Winner: Shay Kane, Pleasant Hall, 19:59; Top Female: Sarah Boward, Chambersburg, 22:54 Local.News1.org Finishers Waynesboro: Kelson Wenger (2nd...

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Local history: Franklin County heart of Pennsylvania’s abolition movement

Pennsylvania was the first state to face the ugly specter of slavery nearly 100 years before the Civil War. On March 1, 1780,...

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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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Bubba, a friend in search of ‘wisdom’

Morel season is over, and that crop of mushrooms this year was not all that great, but a sandwich or two was gifted...

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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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Walk-in clinic eases mental health access

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Keystone Behavioral Health is expanding its community reach with the launchof a new walk-in program designed to provide immediate access...

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