Serving Franklin, PA and Washington, MD Counties
Serving Franklin County, PA and Washington County, MD
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WAYNESBORO, Pa. – Hundreds of young scientists filled Waynesboro Area Middle School for the 42nd Annual Franklin Science and Technology Fair, where 308...

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CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Visitor’s Bureau brought tourism partners, local businesses, organizations and community members together on March 17th for the...

Local Government

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – Washington County Commissioners will hold their regular open session on March 24, with an agenda centered on core county operations,...

Sports

Mother Nature did her very best to ruin the first full of week of high school sports, but area squads rolled with the...

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It is time for the Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter’s Easter Hound Hunt. Oh how much I love this event. It will be held...

Health

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Colorectal cancer, once considered a disease primarily affecting adults over 50, is increasingly being diagnosed in younger people, raising concern...

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GREENCASTLE, Pa. – Seniors in Franklin County are invited to the Greencastle Senior Activity Center today for the Franklin County Senior Pantry Day,...

Entertainment

WAYNESBORO—Gallery 50 hosts its second Art Improv Class with local artist Julie Kreps on Saturday, March 28 from 2-4 p.m. at 50 West...

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Penn State Extension continues its lineup of educational workshops and programs this spring, offering residents hands-on opportunities to learn about home food preservation,...

Around The Region

 CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has announced a project to upgrade traffic signals in and around Chambersburg begining Monday, March...

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S. Hagerstown splits a pair as boys open lacrosse season, Shepherd roundup too

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – South Hagerstown’s boys lacrosse team opened the 2026 season on Saturday by splitting a pair of games during the SouthSide Invitational.  Logan Harold scored three goals but...

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Maidens fall in tough battle

The WASHS Maidens’ offense found its rhythm late, but it wasn’t enough to overcome a strong showing from the East Pennsboro Panthers, who...

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Game of the Week: Maidens set to host district qualifier Carlisle

Waynesboro and Carlisle’s softball teams both have high hopes for the 2026 season. The Maidens return several big bats in their lineup, while...

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Dewease works out ‘gremlins,’ lands Top 10 finishes at Lincoln, BAPS Motor Speedways

There are plenty of words that could be used to describe the beginning of the 2026 auto racing season for Lance Dewease, but...

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Local running results: March 14-15

Ocean City Shamrock 5K Saturday, March 14, in Ocean City, Md. Runners: 780 Winner: Aidan Ryan, Baltimore, Md., 17:38; Top Female: Melissa Wiley, Joppa, Md., 19:42 Local.News1.org...

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Club wrestling roundup: Polifka, Harbaugh, Beltz siblings lead five area medalists at Keystone State Championships

It was a good enough winter on the high school wrestling mat for Jackson Polifka, but when the season came to an end,...

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‘Enzo’ Knight of Dargan, RK’s best friend

Want to know why a dog is man’s best friend? Someone once offered ~ ‘The reason a dog has so many friends is...

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Foot notes: A ride with Pax the Max (happy b-day!)

I’m still coming to terms with the fact that my son, Paxton, will be turning 13 this weekend. A teenager! Instead of playing...

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Beside quiet waters

A friend sent me these words recently and asked me what I might say about them. As I read the verse (Psalm 23,...

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New study aims to ‘right-size’ breast cancer treatment

 For women age 70 and over with a common form of breast cancer, determining “the right size” of treatment can be challenging, in...

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Flu, COVID, RSV still circulating

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. – A handful of common viruses are circulating across Franklin County this month, mirroring trends seen across Pennsylvania and the...

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Final winter STREAK workshop features standing yoga

WellSpan Health’s Winter STREAK Wellness Program will wrap up its 2026 workshop series on Wednesday, March 18, with “Standing Strong – Anywhere Yoga...

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Experts offer tips for storm anxiety and safety

Many residents woke up on Monday, March 16, feeling a knot in their stomachs as forecasters highlighted the risk for severe thunderstorms. For...

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Expo connects residents with holistic wellness

WAYNESBORO, Pa. – Your Wellness Connection: A Community Health Expo will bring dozens of holistic health practitioners, wellness providers and community partners to...

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WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital earns national patient safety honor from Healthgrades

CHAMBERSBURG – Reflecting WellSpan’s commitment to safe, patient-centered care, Healthgrades, a national resource for consumers to find and help review a doctor or...

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