Author: Staff Reports

The Pen Mar Little League Major’s team, the Dodgers, sponsored by Henicle’s Plumbing have started their season with a 5-1 record. The season opened with a nail biter against Valley Dorsey Brothers. The game was tied at 7 in the bottom of the 6th when singles by Levi Ringenary and Anthanee Bowers set the stage for a walk off single by Grayson Miller scoring one run to go ahead 8-7. Anthanee Bowers got the win on the mound going 2 innings giving up 0 hits and striking out 4. They then traveled to Greencastle where a total team effort helped…

CHAMBERSBURG– The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed April 27, 2024 to be Earth Day in Franklin County. In doing so, the commissioners demonstrated their commitment to working with area groups and organizations to promote environmental awareness and education across Franklin County both now and in the future. “As Franklin County continues to grow, it’s important that we incorporate specific objectives related to the environment into our plans to ensure all of our residents can continue to enjoy pleasant, healthy lives,” said Franklin County Commissioner Chairman Dean Horst. “Franklin County’s comprehensive plan, Imagine Franklin 2035, outlines these types of guiding principles…

CHAMBERSBURG – Mercy House of Chambersburg, a local non-profit organization, is set to host a Plant and Flower Sale on Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will take place at the organization’s headquarters located at 730 Norland Avenue. Wide Variety of Plants and Flowers The sale will feature a wide variety of indoor and outdoor potted plants and flowers, providing attendees with a diverse selection to choose from. Whether you’re looking to spruce up your indoor spaces or add some vibrant blooms to your outdoor garden, this event has something for everyone. Additional Offerings In…

Spring often means new beginnings, but for allergy sufferers as of late, their springtime symptoms started well before the vernal equinox. Paul Mauriello, M.D., with Meritus Allergy & Asthma Specialists in Hagerstown said that, over his more than 37 years of counting pollen in Western Maryland, the spring allergy season seems to be shifting earlier. He has been finding pollen in February in recent years, he said. This year, in fact, he found a count of 23, which is considered medium level, on Feb. 12. It mostly has to do with the temperature at which different vegetation buds, Dr. Mauriello…

GETTYSBURG- The northbound and southbound Route 15 in Adams County is scheduled to be closed this weekend so a pipe can be replaced just south of the Steinwehr Avenue Exit near Gettysburg.  Weather permitting, this work will be performed from 9:00 PM Friday, April 26, through 6:00 AM Monday, April 29. A detour will be in place. Northbound traffic will exit at Welty Road in Maryland just south of the PA line then proceed north on Old Gettysburg Road/Emittsburg Road to Route 15 north of the closure. Southbound traffic should exit at the Steinwehr Avenue exit, then proceed south on…

WAYNESBORO–The Waynesboro Theatre (75 W. Main St.) is offering the following film this weekend: Friday Apr. 26, 7 p.m. “One Life” (PG 1:50) London broker Nicholas “Nicky” Winton helps rescue hundreds of predominantly Jewish children from Czechoslovakia in a race against time before the Nazi occupation closes the borders. Fifty years later, he’s still haunted by the fate of those he wasn’t able to bring to safety. Saturday Apr. 27, 7 p.m. “Godzilla VS. Kong The New Empire” (PG-13 1:55) Godzilla and the almighty Kong face a colossal threat hidden deep within the planet, challenging their very existence and the…

HAGERSTOWN, MD- The Washington County Highway Department has announced an upcoming road closure on Jordan Road between the addresses of 8787 and 8864. This closure will be in effect from 8:00 am to 2:30 pm on Thursday, April 25, 2024 to facilitate a pipe installation project. During this closure period, the Highway Department is urging all residents and commuters traveling in the area to exercise caution when approaching the work zone. Drivers are advised to adhere to all posted signage and drive safely to ensure the protection of both workers and fellow road users. Motorists are encouraged to plan alternate…

In the recent Republican primary election for the 89th District state House seat, Chad C. Reichard emerged victorious over his opponent Janon R. “Jay” Gray. Reichard secured 4,838 votes compared to Gray’s 2,646, securing the Republican nomination. With no Democratic candidate running for the seat, Reichard is poised to win the November general election. He will be replacing outgoing Representative Paul Schemel, who decided not to seek a sixth term representing the district. Reichard, age 42, is an experienced political figure, having previously served as a legislative director in the Pennsylvania Senate and a legislative representative in the U.S. House…

LETTERKENNY – The US Army has kicked off its 15-year, $18+ Billion modernization plan to upgrade its facilities, processes, and workforce. The purpose is to bring its organic industrial base into the 21st Century. Included in the plan is the upgrading and modernization of facilities at the Letterkenny Army Depot. To date, $700 Million of improvements to LEAD facilities have been planned through 2025 with an additional $500 Million of capital investment through 2035. Near term investment at LEAD includes a new fire station and missile maintenance facility. For more information, see the FCADC website, or email [email protected].

WAYNESBORO- The Rotary Club of Waynesboro submitted the following club news: Last Meeting’s Program (4.23.24 bulletin) Michelle Gilfus of the area’s Visiting Angels franchise offered Rotary members a look at the services her organization provides. She said two truths in life are that everyone gets old and that families don’t live as close to each other as they once did. But most people want to remain home rather than go into nursing home facilities, and Michelle said the workers in her organization can help them remain at home. Visiting Angels can provide light housekeeping, personal care, meal preparation, transportation and…