Author: Staff Reports

CHAMBERSBURG – Habitat For Humanity and St John’s United Church of Christ have partnered together again to host a used book sale to benefit Habitat’s housing ministry. More than 30,000 books, puzzles, games, music and more were donated by the community. Donations for the sale are now closed. The sale will take place at St. John’s UCC over three days on Friday, Oct. 25, from 2 to 8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 26, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 27, from noon to 4 p.m. This is a volunteer-led initiative, and all proceeds will be used to help…

Waynesboro Area Senior High and Middle School Tuesday, Oct. 22 Varsity Boys Soccer, Waynesboro at Cumberland Valley, 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23 Freshman Boys Football, At Waynesboro, 6 p.m. Varsity Girls Volleyball, Waynesboro at Manheim Township, 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25   Varsity Boys Football, Hershey at Waynesboro, 7 p.m. Chambersburg Area Senior High School Monday, Oct. 21   Junior Varsity Boys Football, Cumberland Valley at Chambersburg, 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25 Varsity Boys Football, Central Dauphin at Chambersburg, 7 p.m. Greencastle-Antrim Senior High School Monday, Oct. 21 Varsity Girls Soccer, East Pennsboro at Greencastle-Antrim, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23…

If you plan to vote in the upcoming November election and are not yet registered to do so, this Monday, Oct. 21, is the deadline. You can register in person at the countyt voter registration office or by visiting the state’s online voter registration website. Not sure if you’re registered? You can check your status online here. Recently moved? Changed your name? Want to change your party affiliation? You can update your voter registration online here. Pennsylvania Rep. Paul Schemel (R-Waynesboro) also noted that college students, under state law, should register either where they live while in school or at home if a…

HAGERSTOWN – Sterling Road will be closed at the railroad tracks for maintenance starting Monday, Oct. 21, at 8:30 a.m., the Washington County Highway Department has announced. The closure will last until Friday, Oct. 25, at 4 p.m. During this period, all through traffic will be prohibited, and detour signs will be posted to direct drivers around the area, highway officials said. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and use alternate routes to avoid delays. Highway officials said they appreciate the public’s cooperation and understanding as these essential improvements to the railroad infrastructure are carried out.

WAYNESBORO – This weekend, Music Makers at 50 W. Main St. will host two exciting events. On Sunday, Oct. 20, music enthusiasts can join the Bluegrass Hootenanny from 2 to 4 p.m., featuring local musicians Johnny Calamari and Brad Munn, who will lead an afternoon filled with lively bluegrass music. The following day, Oct. 21, the venue will host a Songwriters & Poets Open Mic from 7 to 9 p.m., inviting creatives to share their original works in a supportive atmosphere. Both events promise to celebrate local talent and foster community engagement through music and poetry.

CHAMBERSBURG – Franklin County Commissioners, joined by municipal officials and project partners, celebrated the opening of the new Hickory Run Road Bridge with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 17. County Bridge 63 carries Hickory Run Road (T-268) over Conodoguinet Creek in Lurgan Township approximately 1.3 miles northeast of Orrstown Borough. The new bridge replaces the previous single-lane structure with a double-lane, single-span non-composite prestressed concrete bridge that measures 55 feet, 6 inches long and 28 feet, 4 inches wide. The new bridge also addresses structural deficiencies and eliminates the weight restrictions imposed on the former structure, originally built in 1963…

YORK – WellSpan is using artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance its evaluation of screening mammograms, helping radiologists to quickly and accurately analyze the images to detect breast cancer. “It improves our accuracy,” said Dr. Heidi Beilis, vice president and chief medical officer of diagnostic services. “It is truly a second pair of eyes. We have the physician plus the AI solution. The AI may highlight an area of the breast and say, ‘Don’t overlook this.’ and, in minutes, taps the radiologist on the shoulder to help point out an area of concern.” In the United States, one out of eight…

Join the fun at the Costume Parade! Cowans Gap State Park in Fort Loudon will host a Costume Parade from 4 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19 along the scenic Lakeside Trail. Participants will gather for check-in starting at 3:30 p.m. below pavilion 4, and the parade will proceed toward the beach area. This festive event is open to all, although children must be accompanied by an adult. Even those not participating are encouraged to attend and support the parade participants. The event is accessible for individuals with disabilities, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the celebration. Celebrate Queen’s legacy.…

WAYNESBORO – Buttonwood Nature Center presents its fourth annual Pumpkins and Pippins fall festival on Saturday, October 19 from noon to 4 p.m. at Pine Hill Recreation Area. Rain location is the Waynesboro Area Middle School. A fundraiser for Buttonwood, home of The Institute, the festival includes a full slate of activities and fun for all ages, including a “kid zone” with yard games, a StoryWalk® hike and activity, a photo stand and more. Pony rides for children from Serendipity Horse Meadows Farm provide a fun, memorable experience during the festival. New this year, children and adults can visit alpacas from Sugar Hollow…

WAYNESBORO – The public is invited to join Music Makers as they host Tommy Lancaster and Henri Verdel from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 6, at 50 W. Main St. Tommy Lancaster, a native of Fairfax, Va., has been performing music for 30 years. His influences of folk and rock include Neil Young, Tom Waits and everything in between. Henri Verdel plays songs you forgot you love. His Spanish guitar is funkified and his harmonica licks are sugar fried. Admission is Free.