Author: Staff Reports

WAYNESBORO – The Renfrew Museum and Park is inviting the public to join in the celebration of its 49th annual Opening Day on Saturday, April 13 from noon to 4 p.m. This free event will be centered exclusively at the Fahnestock Farmstead, located at the southern end of Renfrew’s historic area. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore Renfrew’s industrial farming heritage and learn about the lives of the many families who once called this place home. The full property, including the Little Antietam Creek and nature trails, will be open from dawn to dusk for guests to freely explore.…

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.…

The Institute is offering a new series of five outdoor nature programs for preschoolers in April and May. Designed for children ages 2.5 to 5, the Wee Wonder programs will run on Thursdays, April 18 & 25, and May 2, 9 & 16 from 9:30–11 a.m. at Pine Hill Recreation Area in Waynesboro, Pa. Registration for the full series is required. Taught by Institute educators, age-appropriate program activities include exploring the outdoors, hikes, theme-related story books, rhymes, finger plays, nature games, crafts, songs, and puppets. “Geared for our youngest budding naturalists, these programs are designed to inspire outdoor wonder as we…

CHAMBERSBURG – At approximately 1:40 p.m. April 10, a bomb threat was received by a Franklin County employee working in the Franklin County Judicial Center at 14 N. Main St., Chambersburg. The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, based on the information received, took appropriate precautionary actions. In coordination with the Sheriff’s Office, members of the Chambersburg Police Department, Pennsylvania State Police, and Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office responded to assist during the incident. With the use of three K9 teams, at approximately 4:30 p.m., a controlled sweep of the impacted areas was complete and the area was deemed “clear.” Law enforcement agencies…

Greencastle Primary School is excited to invite families to its upcoming Family Math Night on April 11 from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Primary Gym. This engaging event is designed to encourage students and their families to explore the wonders of mathematics through a variety of fun, hands-on activities. Explore the Joy of Numbers During Family Math Night, attendees will have the opportunity to play with numbers and discover their hidden delights. The event will feature eight interactive stations, each offering a unique way to reinforce classroom learning and foster a love for mathematics. Cater to All Skill Levels Recognizing that…

CHAMBERSBURG- The Franklin County Commissioners have recognized April 2024 as the Month of the Young Child. In doing so, the commissioners join First Start Partnerships for Children and Families, Inc. and other area organizations in highlighting the crucial role early childhood educators play in the healthy development of America’s youth. “Caring for and supporting our children is a vital part of investing in Franklin County’s future,” said Franklin County Commissioner Chairman Dean Horst. “It’s up to all of us to do whatever we can to ensure our kids get the best possible start in life so they can grow up…

WAYNESBORO- Step back in time this weekend at the Monterey Pass Battlefield Park and Museum’s Living History Weekend event. Packed with a full schedule of family-friendly activities, this event promises to transport visitors to the era of the American Civil War. Reenactments and Demonstrations The highlight of the weekend will be the battle reenactments, scheduled for 2-3 p.m. on Saturday, April 13, and 1-2 p.m. on Sunday, April 14t. Visitors will witness Union cavalry units, including the 1st WV Cavalry and the 1st, 5th, 6th, and 7th Michigan Cavalry, face off against Confederate units such as the 1st MD Cavalry,…

WAYNESBORO- The Rotary Club of Waynesboro submitted the following club news: Last Meeting’s Program_(4.9.24 bulletin) Todd Toth, a former teacher and coach in the Waynesboro Area School District, discussed his current work as a trainer with the GLOBE project at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Md. GLOBE stands for Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment. It provides environmental education programs in 127 countries and more than 41,000 schools, Todd said. More than 271,000 volunteer observers worldwide take scientific measurements and report their data to Goddard. Todd said the primary job at Goddard is to build…

CHAMBERSBURG–Franklin County Commissioners will meet, April 10, beginning at 10 a.m. in the administration building. The agenda is as follows: Meetings are also live streamed on Franklin County’s YouTube channel and at http://bit.ly/BOCCLiveStream at scheduled meeting times. 1. Call to Order 1.01 Call Meeting to Order, 10:00 AM 1.02 Moment of Silence 1.03 Pledge of Allegiance 1.04 Approval of Agenda 1.05 Chairman’s Time 1.06 Review and Approval of Minutes 2. Public Comment 3. Consent Agenda 3.01 Vouchers 3.02 Community Connections – Amendment to the contract between County of Franklin and South Central Community Action Programs, Inc. (SCCAP) updating the effective…

WAYNESBORO- The 40th Annual Franklin Science and Technology Fair was held on April 5 – 6 from noon to 4 pm at the Waynesboro Area Middle School (WAMS). “This is an opportunity for students to apply their knowledge of the scientific method by conducting independent research and developing a science fair board” according to Sarah Hodge, Franklin County Science Council President. “We had 246 exhibits registered for this year’s Fair” she said. Students from any school in Franklin County are eligible to participate in one of four Divisions based on their school grade: Primary (K – 3), Intermediate (4 -…