Author: Staff Reports

BOILING SPRINGS – South Mountain Partnership has awarded 11 organizations approximately $60,000 through their Mini-Grant and Flex Grant Programs for projects advancing the priorities of SMP’s State of the Region Project.  “We can’t wait to see these projects come to life!” said SMP program manager Julia Chain. “The projects funded through our Mini and Flex Grant programs represent a rich tapestry of organizations and volunteers doing great work across the region. We are so proud to amplify our partners’ capacity through this funding.” The Mini-Grant Program was developed by SMP in 2009 and is administered with help from the Appalachian…

Join the fun at Fall Fest. The Greencastle Legion Grounds will host the Fall Fest. This vibrant event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26, and features an impressive lineup of more than 25 food trucks and 200-plus retail vendors, offering a diverse array of culinary delights and unique shopping opportunities. Attendees can also enjoy carnival rides provided by Snyder’s Attractions, making it a fun-filled day for families and friends. The festival is open to the public with free admission. Bounce into Halloween. The Downtown Hagerstown Halloween Block Party is set to take place on Friday,…

WAYNESBORO – The following movies will be featured this weekend at Waynesboro Theatre, 75 W. Main St. Friday, Oct. 25, 7 p.m. “Christine” (R 1:50) Unpopular nerd Arnie Cunningham (Keith Gordon) buys a 1958 Plymouth Fury, which he names Christine. Arnie develops an unhealthy obsession with the car, to the alarm of his jock friend, Dennis Guilder (John Stockwell). After bully Buddy Repperton (William Ostrander) defaces Christine, the auto restores itself to perfect condition and begins killing off Buddy and his friends. Determined to stop the deaths, Dennis and Arnie’s girlfriend, Leigh Cabot (Alexandra Paul), decide to destroy Christine. Saturday,…

HAGERSTOWN – Hagerstown Regional Airport has been awarded a $5.25 million dollar grant from the Federal Aviation Administration under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. This competitive national grant will enable the airport to expand its terminal by at least 20 percent, a significant step in accommodating future growth and enhancing operations for air carriers and passengers. “This grant is a testament to the future potential of Hagerstown Regional Airport,” said Neil Doran, airport director. “Receiving a larger award than many higher-volume airports highlights the FAA’s confidence in our growth trajectory and the need for additional space to support our continued expansion. This project will encourage…

WAYNESBORO – Attendees are invited to Music Makers to experience a performance by one of the area’s most celebrated “Lucky Punks,” Wayne Driscoll, along with his talented friends. Driscoll’s shows are known for their engaging blend of Lucky Punk standards, original compositions and spontaneous improvisation. This lively event promises surprises and is not to be missed. Admission is always free, and there will be reserved seating for guests. Wayne Driscoll, will perform from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25, at 50 W. Main St.

FAYETTEVILLE – Ray Ficca, star of stage, screen and television, will return to Totem Pole Playhouse for its beloved holiday classic, “A Christmas Carol.” While Totem Pole is located in Caledonia State Park, “A Christmas Carol” will play for eight performances, from Dec. 6-15 at the historic Majestic Theater in downtown Gettysburg as part of that city’s Christmas Festival. Ficca is regarded as a true institution at the Playhouse, and this time, he will step into the role of Ebenezer Scrooge for the first time in this production. Ficca’s ties to Totem Pole run deep—he served as a resident actor…

HAGERSTOWN – Those parking at the Hagerstown Regional Airport will pay up to $5 per day starting in early 2025, as the airport tries to couple increased travel demand with the cost of building and maintaining facilities, airport officials said. Construction on expanded parking facilities is set to begin in November, with the new parking fee collection expected to begin in January/February 2025. While the parking fee will be $5 per day, the first hour free, providing an affordable and convenient option for both short and long-term parking, airport officials noted. The parking fee applies across all terminal lots, and…

CHAMBERSBURG – WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital has achieved five-star distinction in patient care, according to Healthgrades, the leading resource consumers use to find a hospital or doctor. The Chambersburg hospital was cited, in particular for treatment of heart attack, respiratory failure, sepsis and bowel obstruction. And the Chambersburg hospital was among 61 distinctions WellSpan received at six hospitals in Pennsylvania. “At WellSpan, our dedication to superior care and excellence is what sets us apart,” said Dr. Michael Seim, senior vice president and chief quality officer at WellSpan Health. “We’re proud to have several of our specialty care units recognized. This achievement…

HAGERSTOWN – It was the Wednesday before Memorial Day that Cheryl Luger went in for her second mammogram of the year. The first one, before Mother’s Day, led staff at Meritus Center for Breast Health to ask Luger to come back for another scan. The results were conclusive: They found two masses. A biopsy the day after Memorial Day confirmed it was breast cancer. “I was pretty shocked because nobody in my family had had breast cancer,” said Luger, who is on leave from Meritus Surgical Specialists where she is a scheduler. She had a double mastectomy at the beginning of August. But to complicate…

Looking for a new friend? The Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter is featuring these Pets of the Week. For more information, interested would-be pet parents may visit http://www.cvas-pets.org/ or call 717-263-5791. Chugga came into the shelter as a stray and he was so matted that he could not go potty. He had to be shaved down completely and did very well while being groomed! Chugga is a 3-year-old Pekingese mix who is a happy go lucky guy and loves going into the play yard and being with people. Chugga will need someone that can keep him groomed so that he does…