Author: Staff Reports

MERCERSBURG – Mercersburg Academy recognized the 13 students who were inducted into the Cum Laude Society in the fall. Mercersburg was one of 382 secondary schools across the country with a chapter of the Cum Laude Society. The group of students chosen for membership in Cum Laude included those who demonstrated excellence in their academic work. Landon Britton of Vienna, Va. Grace Chi of Palo Alto, Calif. Olivia Glick of Culpeper, Va.Ava Guzic of GreencastleTahir Hasanov of Ontario, Canada Collin Jin of Los Angeles, Calif.Izabel (Bella) Levina of Dnipro, UkraineDaniel Liu of HagerstownJae Young (Justin) Oh of Seoul, KoreaJihoo (Derrick) Park of Jeju-si,…

CHAMBERSBURG – Hundreds of volunteers fanned out across Franklin County on Friday, Nov. 1, for the annual Day of Caring event organized by the United Way of Franklin County. The day-long initiative saw community members tackle a variety of service projects at local nonprofits and organizations, addressing critical needs and fostering a spirit of civic engagement. Volunteers from businesses, schools and community groups participated in projects ranging from outdoor cleanup to storage organization and winter preparations at various sites throughout the county. At Buds of Promise, a team from Children’s Aid Society Southern Pennsylvania District conducted outdoor cleanup efforts. Meanwhile,…

HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania singers are inited to enter “Oh, Say, Can You Sing?”, a star-spangled sing-off to win a chance to sing live at the 2025 PA Farm Show — the Pennsylvania State Fair™. Each morning, from Jan. 4-11, the Farm Show will start by featuring an individual or group singing the national anthem live. Top vote-getters may also be selected to sing at special events such as the Opening Ceremony on Jan. 4. “Our 2025 Farm Show theme is ‘Powering Pennsylvania’,” stare Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding said. “There’s no better way to start each day of the Pennsylvania Farm Show than…

WAYNESBORO – Rough Edges Brewing in Waynesboro never seems to rest. They’ve been about brewing some great local beers since the very beginning in early 2020. At that time the owners took over the old Waynesboro News Agency building, converting it into a five-barrel taproom serving their own recipes and wines. Since then they have been adding more and better ways to serve their clientele. The latest addition is the club level located on the second floor of the property. “This opens a place for Rough Edges customers to get out fo the hustle and bustle of downstairs,” according to…

On Wednesday, Nov. 20, state Rep. Paul Schemel (R-Franklin) will offer three personal tours of the state Capitol building in Harrisburg to anyone who would like to come. The tours will be offered at 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. and will begin from Schemel’s office in the Capitol, 150 East Wing (directly above the cafeteria area). Schemel said he can offer these tours only during the day on a weekday because some of the areas are not open in the evening or weekends. If you are not able to come to Harrisburg on Nov. 20 but would still…

WAYNESBORO – Washington Township Supervisors will discuss an ambulance for the Blue Ridge Summit Fire Department and continue talking about the Happel’s Meadow wetlands preserve at their meeting at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4. Supervisors meet at the Wasington Township Muncipal Building, 11798 Buchanan Trail E. The agenda includes several other routine items, along with an opportunity for public comment.

Daylight saving time will end at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 3. Be sure to turn your clocks back one hour before going to bed on Saturday night. It’s also a good time to check or change the batteries in smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms in your home, said state Rep. Paul Schemel (R-Franklin). In addition to regular battery changes, experts say the alarm devices should be replaced every 10 years to better ensure your safety.

HAGERSTOWN – Two local EMS and Emergency Services teams were honored recently for what was called a remarkable achievement in saving a 2-month-old infant’s life during a rare out-of-hospital pediatric cardiac arrest. The Washington County Division of Emergency Services presented the Life Savers Award to Clear Spring EMS and Division of Emergency Services team members for their work on June 3. In the early morning hours that day, Clear Spring EMS responded to an urgent call involving a 2-month-old infant in respiratory distress. Upon arrival, Paramedic Chuck Smith, EMT Peter Mitchell and off-duty Captain Melanie Higgins found that the infant…

CASCADE, Md. – This Saturday, the Fort Ritchie Community Center will buzz with activity as it hosts its much-anticipated Indoor Yard Sale. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. the gymnasium, multi-purpose room, meeting room and lobby will be transformed into a marketplace featuring more than 60 spaces filled with items priced to sell. Families and individuals from the area have come together to declutter their homes, offering a diverse array of goods that appeal to bargain hunters and treasure seekers alike. Shoppers can expect to find everything from household items to unique collectibles, ensuring there’s something for everyone. In addition…

First Friday Fun. On Friday, Nov. 1, from 5 to 6:30 p.m., Mainstreet Waynesboro will host two exciting events: the First Friday Trick-or-Treat and the First Friday Beard Competition. Children aged 14 and youngeer are invited to dress up and trick-or-treat at local downtown businesses. Simultaneously, adults can participate in the beard competition as part of “No Shave November,” showcasing their facial hair prowess. Fall into Farmfest. FARMFEST the Sharpsburg Swap will be held Saturday, Nov. 2, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Green Hill Farm, 5329 Mondell Rd., Sharpsburg. This vibrant festival celebrates the harvest season with a…