Serving Franklin, PA and Washington, MD Counties

Serving Franklin County, PA and Washington County, MD

About Us

LocalNews1.org brings you real, verified news from communities in Franklin County, PA and Washington County, MD.  We cover stories about businesses, non-profits, schools and school sports, religious institutions, clubs, municipalities .

Everything local.

Not just another media company

At LocalNews1.org, we are committed to delivering vetted, accurate and timely local news, keeping communities in and around Franklin County, PA and Washington County, MD informed and connected.

Our mission is to highlight the stories that matter most to our community. From breaking local news and business updates to local happenings and events. As a trusted local news source, we strive to provide balanced reporting and valuable insights that support our readers, businesses, and local organizations.

Our dedicated team of writers works every day to ensure that the voices of our community are heard. Whether you’re looking for the latest headlines or in-depth features, LocalNews1.org is your go-to source for all local news.

Here is some of what you will find

  • Local school news from area districts
  • County, city, borough, and township local government news
  • Local sports coverage
  • Business news
  • Community features and profiles
  • Stories on good people doing great things
  • Local events and entertainment
  • Special weekly columns

To get this kind of content, LocalNews1.org relies on an ever-growing network of people who let us know what to share with the community.

Tell us what your business or church group or Boy Scout troop is planning. Tell us your league standings and baseball, football, soccer, swimming, golf and other results. We will share all that with the broader community at no cost to you.

New business, or old business with new products or promotions?  Hiring, or selling off inventory, looking for something or just getting rid of that old mower or car?  We have competitive advertising and classified rates.

Here is what you WILL NOT find:

  • Mugshots and petty crimes
  • Scanner/police monitor reports
  • Political rants and attacks

For less than the cost of one latte each month, you can help keep your community informed and entertained. For less than the cost of a cup of coffee each month, you can help showcase the talents of kids in your community.

Try us. Let us know what you care about, and we’ll share what’s happening in your town!

If you’re looking for accurate, reliable local news from communities in and around Franklin County, PA and Washington County, MD – join us.

Our Team

We’ve assembled a team of experienced editors, writers, and other professionals  to collect, assemble and present local news that is relevant to you here in our community.  Our staff includes:

NameRoleContact
Dan DeDonaPresident[email protected]
Liz StefanikBusiness manager[email protected]
Bruce GockleySales Manager[email protected]
Brandon StonerMarketing Manager[email protected]
Marlise NewsonMarketing/Sales Manager[email protected]
Kate McCartyNews editor[email protected]
Jillian PavlickContent coordinator[email protected]
Michele McVeeSpecial projects[email protected]
Lee GoodwinSports reporter[email protected]
Nancy MaceReporter[email protected]
Andy SandrikSports reporter[email protected]
Jennifer VanderauReporter[email protected]
Jessica SwannLocal government reporter[email protected]
Zack TaylorLocal government reporter[email protected]
Scott DouglasReporter[email protected]
Bob ParasilitiSports reporter[email protected]
Pete WatersReporter[email protected]
Pat MichalakReporter[email protected]
Reagan GardenhourReporter[email protected]
Dusty FleischmanReporter[email protected]
Kathleen DavisonTheatre reporter[email protected]
James MillerSpecial projects[email protected]
Patrick JoyceSocial media[email protected]
Toya McClearyPhotographer[email protected]
Noel KlinePhotographer[email protected]
Pearl AcheampongStudent reporter[email protected]
Faith CrawfordStudent reporter[email protected]
Joshua DickinsonStudent reporter[email protected]
Hope MyersStudent reporter[email protected]
Kelly DowlingTheatre reporter[email protected]
Shelia CooperTheatre reporter[email protected]
Mabel PatchellTheatre reporter[email protected]

WANT TO JOIN OUR TEAM? We are always looking for writers to cover local government, sports, entertainment and news. If you’d like to see your work in print, email us at [email protected]. Experience preferred, but not necessary.

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We are serious about providing our local community the local news that you need to be well informed about all that is going on all around you.  If this sounds like news you’d like to see on a regular basis, subscribe today to LocalNews1.org.

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