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Local history: Remembering heroes from around the region Part 4

As the nation moves closer to its 250th anniversary and celebrates the lives of the brave men and women who served to ensure...

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Allison-Antrim Museum explores aftermath of John Brown raid

GREENCASTLE, Pa. — The John Brown raid of Harpers Ferry in October of 1859 has close ties to Franklin County. There is the John...

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From Elvis to volcanoes: Curious facts from the Almanack

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — What is a Bagheera Kiplingi spider? Did Johnny Cash take singing lessons? Have you heard about the volcano in Colorado?...

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Local history: Remembering heroes from around the region Part 3

As the nation moves closer to its 250th anniversary and celebrates the lives of the brave men and women who served to ensure freedom...

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Stone House Urban Winery opens at Fort Ritchie castle

CASCADE, Md. — Stone House Urban Winery has opened its doors at Fort Ritchie’s historic castle that was once used for military intelligence...

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Protecting your soil as the heat of summer rises

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — One of the biggest challenges for gardeners and farmers alike during the summer is a lack of rain. If storms...

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Collectible card fever comes to Hagerstown Valley Mall

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Collecting cards is a time-honored tradition. Whether it’s a favorite athlete or popular Pokémon cards, card and memorabilia shows attract...

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Local history: Remembering heroes from around the region, Part 2

As the nation moves closer to its 250th anniversary and celebrate the lives of the brave men and women who served to ensure...

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Summers events highlight regional library calendars

 Each month LocalNews1.org will share with readers highlights of events happening at library branches in the Franklin and Washington County areas. Here is...

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Biosecurity is key factor when raising livestock, here are some tips from the Almanack

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Protecting livestock from disease is a top priority for farmers, and there are some simple tips and tricks to help...

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