Author: Staff Reports

CHAMBERSBURG- The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed April 14-20, 2024, to be Reentry Week in Franklin County and are encouraging residents to support individuals who are returning to their communities after being released from jail. More than 73,000 Pennsylvanians are estimated to be incarcerated; another 171,000 are under community supervision. Locally, an average of 132 individuals are released from Franklin County Jail each month. As these individuals reenter society, they can face a complex transition and often encounter hurdles regarding employment, housing, transportation, substance abuse treatment and mental health care. The Franklin Together Reentry Coalition works to build a system…

CHAMBERSBURG- Monday, April 15, the Franklin County Stop Hopper on-demand shuttle service will now include Fayetteville as part of its service zone. This expansion was made possible through the support of the Franklin County IMPACT! Grant program. The Stop Hopper service operates Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., providing residents with a flexible and convenient transportation option. Customers can use a smartphone app to request a ride to and from any location within the service zone boundaries. The Stop Hopper app provides users with an estimated pick-up time, real-time tracking of their ride, and an alert when…

WAYNESBORO–The Antietam Humane Society offers cats, dogs and a variety of animals up for adoption to loving homes. For more information on providing a forever home, visit the shelter at 8513 Lyons Road, visit their website or call them at 717-762-9091. Say hello to Dude! Dude is more on the timid side and needs some time to blossom into his true personality. He will hiss at times when you approach, but once he knows that you are safe he does not mind being pet. When he is comfortable with you, he will snuggle up and loves to receive attention. The quickest…

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — The Board of Directors of Maryland Physicians Care, a locally managed care organization that provides insurance and health benefits to vulnerable and low-income community members, has named Meritus Health President and CEO Maulik Joshi, Dr. P.H., chair of the board. “It is an honor to be named chair of MPC, which has been helping to make receiving health care possible for many across the state of Maryland,” Joshi said. “Everyone deserves access to the health services they need. MPC allows so many of our neighbors to access health and dental care, resources and health education. The health…

WAYNESBORO- The Waynesboro Area School District is celebrating the success of its students at the 2024 regional Scholastic Art and Writing competition. The district’s region encompasses all of Southcentral Pennsylvania, including approximately 70 school districts. Students competed in 11 writing and 16 art categories, with the top winners earning prestigious Gold Key awards and advancing to the national competition The national Scholastic Art & Writing Awards winners will be announced in June. Waynesboro students who received regional Gold Keys will now have their work judged at the national level, with the potential to earn even higher accolades. WASHS winners are:…

Experience History. The Monterey Pass Battlefield Park and Museum is hosting a Living History Weekend event from April 13-14, featuring Civil War reenactments, demonstrations, featured speakers and authors, as well as family-friendly activities like horse-drawn wagon rides, providing visitors with an immersive experience transporting them back to the era of the American Civil War. Go Fishing. The annual Kids Trout Derby is taking place on Saturday, April 13, at the American Legion Grounds in Greencastle. Registration begins at 7 a.m. and fishing lines can be cast starting at 8 a.m. This event is open to the public, and all kids…

WAYNESBORO–The Waynesboro Theatre (75 W. Main St.) is offering the following film this weekend: Friday, Apr. 12, 7 p.m. “Moonage Daydream” (PG-13 2:20) Featuring never-before-seen footage and performances, filmmaker Brett Morgen explores David Bowie’s creative, spiritual and musical journey. Saturday, Apr. 13, 7 p.m. “Walk the Line” (PG-13 2:16) The rise of country music legend Johnny Cash (Joaquin Phoenix) begins with his days as a boy growing up on the family farm, where he struggles under the scorn of his father (Robert Patrick). As the years pass, Cash ends up in Memphis, Tenn., with his wife, Vivian (Ginnifer Goodwin), and…

GETTYSBURG- The Gleaning Project of South Central PA is gearing up for its 11th annual Empty Bowls fundraiser on Friday, April 26 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Plank Gym at Gettysburg College. A Delicious Event for a Worthy Cause The Empty Bowls event is a beloved tradition that brings the community together to support The Gleaning Project’s mission of providing nutritious produce to those in need. Attendees can look forward to enjoying delicious soups from local restaurants, as well as bread, dessert, and beverages. Take Home a Handcrafted Bowl In addition to the delectable fare, each guest will…

WAYNESBORO – The Connection, a local organization dedicated to empowering women, will host a writers’ workshop on Saturday, May 18. The event will feature Bella Kauffman, an experienced self-published author and blogger, who will share her expertise on finishing a book, publishing, and marketing. The $15 workshop, which runs from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., will be held at The Connection’s headquarters at 112 Walnut Street. Attendees can expect to learn practical strategies for completing their long-awaited book projects, as well as insights into the self-publishing process and effective marketing techniques. “Bella’s experience and passion for writing are sure to…

CHAMBERSBURG- Wilson College will hold its fifteenth annual Barsy-Colgan Student Research Day to recognize academic research achievements on Friday, April 19. The public is invited to attend, along with Wilson students, faculty, and staff. Ten seniors will present their research findings from 10 a.m. through 3:45 p.m. in the auditorium of the Harry R. Brooks Complex for Science, Mathematics and Technology. Eleven additional undergraduates and student groups from psychology and sociology classes will participate in a poster session from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the front lobby of the Brooks Science Center, where their research will be on display.…