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HAGERSTOWN, Md. – The game of life can be a complicated competition.  But sometimes, it’s nothing more than one big relay race.  On Saturday, Carol Brashears, Avery...

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SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. — The 68th annual Shippensburg Community Fair will return July 20–25 at the Shippensburg Fairgrounds, bringing a week of agriculture, entertainment...

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More than $5.72 million has been awarded to projects throughout Adams and Franklin counties through Pennsylvania’s Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program. “These investments will help preserve...

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HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Berlin defeated Hagerstown’s Hub City 6-4 in a winners’ bracket semifinal of the Maryland 10-12 Little League Baseball State Tournament...

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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...

Health

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — The Washington County Health Department is seeking houses of worship to participate in the Save a Life Day 2026 on...

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The Blue Ridge Summit Free Library celebrated its 50th annual Ice Cream Social and Book Sale on Saturday, July 18, drawing families and...

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CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — Old Market Day, took place July 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in downtown Chambersburg, offering a full day...

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CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — Penn State Extension will offer a hands-on workshop focused on safe home food preservation methods for jams and jellies later...

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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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Photos by Toya: Waynesboro vs. Chambersburg Legion championship

WAYNESBORO, Pa — Waynesboro Post 14 split a pair of American Legion regional games, falling 8-3 to Chambersburg in the Region 4 winners’...

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Smithsburg’s Layla Smith commits to Newberry for inaugural flag football season; Shepherd Hall of Fame class announced

SMITHSBURG, Md. — Layla Smith is getting a fresh start with a brand-new program. The recent Smithsburg graduate has committed to Newberry (S.C.)...

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Photos by Toya: American Legion baseball tournament

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — Waynesboro Post 15 rolled to an 11-1 victory over Hanover Post 14 in the American Legion Region 4 Regional Tournament...

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Photos by Toya: Middle Atlantic regional baseball tournament

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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Washington County honors seven student-athletes with True Grit Awards

Washington County Public Schools recently honored seven graduating seniors with True Grit Awards. The recipients were selected by their schools for demonstrating perseverance...

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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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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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Region prepares for worst air quality since 2023; residents urged to limit outdoor activity

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

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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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