Author: Staff Reports

HAGERSTOWN, MD – Washington County Government, in partnership with Preservation Maryland, invites the public to attend “Preservation Basics,” a free event at the Washington County Free Library on Wednesday, May 22, at 6 p.m. The presentation, led by Christiana Limniatis, the Program & Outreach Manager at Preservation Maryland, will provide an overview on the history of historic preservation, how preservation projects are accomplished, and explore the benefits to preserving historic built environment. This informative session is free and open to the public, though registration is encouraged. A suggested donation of $10 is recommended to support Preservation Maryland in offering free…

CHAMBERSBURG– The Franklin County Commissioners has announced the county is now accepting applications for the 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. The program is administered by the Franklin County Planning Department. CDBG funding is allocated through the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED), on behalf of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), to benefit non-entitlement municipalities and community organizations within Franklin County. Chambersburg and Waynesboro boroughs are the two entitlement municipalities in Franklin County; as such, they receive and administer their own CDBG funds for projects within their municipal boundaries. At least 70% of…

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Letterkenny Army Depot will host an Armed Forces Day event May 18, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is open to the public. LEAD’s Armed Forces Day activities will include self-guided tours of the James Finley House, the former commander’s quarters, and the Historic Letterkenny Chapel and Franklin County Veterans and 9/11 Memorial Park. Bus tours of the depot will also be available on a first-come, first-served basis Exhibits, reenactments and tours will showcase the depot’s rich history from World War II to present day. A ceremony will kick off the day’s events at 11…

WAYNESBORO- The Waynesboro Historical Society is inviting the community to step back in time and discover the budget-friendly meals that kept people nourished during the challenging years of the Great Depression. On Sunday, May 19 from 1-3 p.m., the society will be hosting a “Magic on a Budget: Depression Era Soups Cooking Demo” at the Oller House. During this unique event, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the types of foods that were commonly consumed during the Great Depression. The economic hardship of that era forced many families to get creative with limited resources and inexpensive ingredients. Hearty…

May marks the 50th anniversary of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children — better known as WIC — which has been serving Pennsylvania women and children since May 1974. In the past year alone, PA WIC has helped 284,642 individuals. The month-long celebration starts today in Allegheny County where Pennsylvania’s first WIC clinic opened. “As a pediatrician, I have seen firsthand the benefits of the WIC program for children and families,” saidActing Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen. “Every day in WIC programs across the Commonwealth, families receive support for nutritional, age and culturally diverse foods, breastfeeding and nutrition…

CHAMBERSBURG- Governor Josh Shapiro joined leadership from Martin’s Famous Potato Rolls and Bread (Martin’s) to announce the company will invest $123.2 million to expand its existing manufacturing facility in Franklin County. Headquartered in Chambersburg for nearly 70 years, the company’s expansion project will create at least 127 new jobs over five years while retaining 659 current employees statewide, of which 639 are at the project site. Martin’s will expand its baking operations at 1000 Potato Roll Lane in Guilford Township to meet increased demand for its products both domestically and internationally. The expansion will add approximately 295,000 square-feet to its…

The Rios babies started coming this week at WellSpan Gettysburg Hospital. And they just kept coming: first Ricardo, then Diana, and finally Emiliano. Valentin Rios and two of his sisters, Rosy and Claudia, all welcomed new babies in less than 48 hours, producing three beautiful, tiny, blanket-wrapped cousins that the siblings (and also aunts and uncles) were able to hold in their arms at the same time in the hospital’s maternity center. All three babies were due in May but Valentin’s partner, Alondra, started off the excitement early when she had to be induced April 27. Rosy was on her…

HAGERSTOWN, MD- The Washington County Highway Department, on behalf of the Town of Williamsport, has announced an upcoming road closure on North Conococheague St (RT 68) between Potomac St (RT 11) and Fenton Ave. This closure will be in effect from Monday, May 6, 2024 to Friday, May 10, 2024. Drivers are advised to follow the detour signs that will be posted in the area during the closure. The detour route will guide motorists around the affected section of North Conococheague St to ensure the smooth flow of traffic. This temporary road closure is part of the town’s ongoing efforts…

WAYNESBORO- The Rotary Club of Waynesboro submitted the following club news: Last Meeting’s Program (4.30.24 bulletin) Ed Herald, board chairman of the Waynesboro Community and Human Services, outlined the programs the charitable group provides for the Waynesboro and Greencastle areas. The organization, which traces its roots back to 1931, is set up to provide basic “neighbors helping neighbors” human services for those in need of them. Human services provided $175,000 in financial aid and supplied 105,000 pounds of food to those in need last year, Herald said. In addition, 9,439 bags of food were provided to needy students through the…

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Capitol Theatre Center in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania will host its annual Blues, Brews & Barbecue fundraiser on Saturday, May 4,, from 4 to 8 p.m. Rain or shine, the event will be held outdoors on the backlot of the theatre center, located at 159 South Main Street. Guests can enjoy live music from Skyla Burrell Band, the event’s headliner, known for their high-energy electric blues sound. The Jo Blues Band will open the show with their own brand of hard-driving blues. Attendees can also purchase food and drinks, including barbecue from CM Pig Out Catering and B&B…