Author: Staff Reports

GETTYSBURG – National Grateful Patient Day, celebrated on Sept. 7, is a day to recognize and appreciate caregivers and those in the medical profession. While patients are often grateful for the care provided, it’s rare that they can personally thank the teams who save their lives. This summer, however, WellSpan WellFlight’s former patient Karen Bowling did just that, visiting the base in Gettysburg to express her heartfelt gratitude to the air medical team for not only saving her life but for continuously serving their community with unwavering dedication. “There is no doubt in my mind that there are courageous angels…

CHAMBERSBURG- The Franklin County Commissioners honored the Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce on Thursday for its two-decade stewardship of the county’s iconic Benjamin Franklin statue. Commissioners presented Chamber President Steve Christian with a certificate of appreciation for the organization’s role as “foster family” to the beloved statue, which recently returned to county property after 19 years on display at the Chamber. The 8-foot, 250-pound gold-leafed wooden statue was originally commissioned in 1865 to stand atop the county’s new courthouse following the burning of Chambersburg during the Civil War. It remained there for 126 years until its removal for restoration in…

HARRISBURG – The public is being asked to submit feedback on the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s plan for $171.5 million in electric vehicle charging infrastructure throughout the state. So far, federal funding for electric vehicle charging projects have included the following locally: A survey can be found on the PennDOT website and will remain open until 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 11. Recently, PennDOT submitted its updated infrastructure plan to the Federal Highway Administration, which outlines progress on the a nationwide electric vehicle infrastructure plan and how Pennsylvania’s program will begin. “The next step in making EVs a reliable option for…

CHAMBERSBURG – Affinity Cafe celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Sept. 4, at its location in Chambersburg. Situated at 133 N Main St, the cafe aims to become a community hub, offering a variety of food and beverage options. The event, hosted by the Cumberland Valley Business Alliance, welcomed local residents and business leaders who gathered to support the new establishment. The ribbon cutting took place at 11:15 a.m., marking the official opening of the cafe, which features a menu that includes coffee, baked goods, sandwiches, salads and flatbreads. Affinity Cafe’s operating hours are designed to accommodate…

WAYNESBORO – Linda Zimmerman, secretary of the Waynesville Area School District Board, was presented a long-term service award on Aug. 27 by James Marvin, board vice president. The long-term service award came from the Pennsylvania School Boards Association recognizing her five years of dedicated service. The award also highlights her contributions to both the board and school community.

WAYNESBORO – Four movies are in store for theater-goers at Waynesboro Theatre, 75 W. Main St. Friday, Sep. 6, 7 p.m. “The Hours” (PG-13 1:55) “The Hours” is the story of three women searching for more potent, meaningful lives. Each is alive at a different time and place, all are linked by their yearnings and their fears. Their stories intertwine and finally come together in a surprising, transcendent moment of shared recognition. Saturday, Sep. 7, 3 p.m. & 7 p.m. “A Man Called Otto” (PG-13 2:06) When a lively young family moves in next door, grumpy widower Otto Anderson meets…

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — The inaugural Fall Gourmet Food and Craft Show Extravaganza is set to debut on Sept. 14-15 at the Washington County Agricultural Education Center in Boonsboro, Md. This two-day event will showcase a diverse array of gourmet foods and handcrafted items, offering visitors an opportunity to explore the best of autumn’s flavors and artisanal creations. The extravaganza aims to bring together culinary and craft vendors from across the region, providing a platform for local artisans and food producers to showcase their talents. Organizers are currently accepting applications from vendors, with a focus on high-quality, seasonal offerings. “This is…

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – The Washington County Arts Council has unveiled a powerful new exhibit exploring themes of recovery and resilience. Titled “Happiness by Choice – ReStory Your Life,” the exhibit opened on Sept. 5 as part of the 6th Annual Washington Goes Purple initiative. The exhibit aims to celebrate the courage of individuals on the journey of recovery from substance use and mental health challenges through the transformative power of art. It features works that challenges stigma and promotes understanding surrounding these issues. The exhibit will run through Oct. 1 at the Washington County Arts Council galleries, 34 S. Potomac…

Women diagnosed with breast cancer who had regular screening mammograms every year were less likely to have late-stage cancer and had higher overall survival than those who received screening every other year or less often, according to new research from the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology. “Only about 65 percent of women over age 40 are screened for breast cancer, and only about half of those women are getting annual screening — in part because of conflicting guidelines about recommended screening intervals,” said lead author Margarita Zuley, M.D., professor and chief of the…

HAGERSTOWN, Md.- Washington County has been awarded more than $1.5 million to help preserve properties near Antietam Battlefield and surrounding areas, the Washington County Division of Planning & Zoning has announced. The money, $1,544,000, comes from the State of Maryland’s Rural Legacy Program. This grant amount is the highest of any Rural Legacy Area in the state for this year.  Rural Legacy is a conservation easement program funded by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources that works to permanently preserve agriculturally, environmentally and historically significant properties near Antietam Battlefield and its surrounding areas. Washington County settled its first Rural Legacy easement in…