Author: Staff Reports

Washington Township Police Department is investigating a Hit and Run crash resulting in property damage at Blubaugh’s Tire and Wheel, 11755 Buchanan Trail E., that occurred around 10:30 pm on the evening of 10/1/2022. The vehicle is a silver 4 door Dodge Ram with unknown registration. The vehicle can also be identified by the top running lights and toolbox mounted in the bed of the truck. The vehicle struck the sign resulting in an unknown amount of front passenger side damage to include a broken fog lamp identified by debris left at the crash. The vehicle was travelling eastbound when…

CHAMBERSBURG–The Franklin County Commissioners will meet today, Wednesday, Oct. 5, beginning at 11 a.m. in the Administration building on N. Second St. MEETINGS ARE ALSO LIVE STREAMED on Franklin County’s YouTube channel and at http://bit.ly/BOCCLiveStream at scheduled meeting times. REVIEW/WORKSHOP SESSION (11:00 a.m.) ● MOMENT OF SILENCE ● PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ● APPROVE THE AGENDA ● PUBLIC COMMENT ● APPROVE VOUCHERS ● REVIEW AND APPROVE MINUTES –Wednesday, September 28, 2022 ● NEW BUSINESS o REVIEW BOARD ACTIONS – See attached listing o PRESENTATION – Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc. (HRG) will be present to request $800,000 in ARPA funding to be used for multi-year bridge maintenance and repairs. o EXECUTIVE SESSION – To discuss pending litigation matters. ● PRESS TIME ● RECESS RECONVENE…

WAYNESBORO-On Friday, Oct 7 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. join Music Makers as they host “Tresa Day & Joel Newman” at 46 W. Main St. Tresa Day & Joel Newman are passionate about Soul, Blues and Jazz tunes, this duo has reignited their musical partnership. They’ve worked together in quartet and duo forms, bringing a carefree and spontaneous element to whichever genre they tackle.

WAYNESBORO- Bring your pups and meet some new pups at the second annual puppy party in downtown Waynesboro on Saturday, Oct. 8, from 5 to 7 p.m. Join Rough Edges Brewery, the Antietam Humane Society and celebrate man’s best friend and teach humans how they can adopt a pet from the Humane Society. Music by Mark Plein, food available from Bernard’s Jamaican Jerk Chicken food truck, and a doggie costume contest. Dogtoberfest, where music, pints and pups come together is held at the Main Street Park, 25 E. Main Street in Waynesboro.

CHAMBERSBURG–As a result of Act 77 of 2019, Pennsylvania voters now have two options to receive and vote a ballot prior to Election Day. You may either choose an absentee ballot or a mail-in ballot to request, complete and return to the Voter Registration Office. Please read the following descriptions to determine which ballot you should apply for: 1) Absentee Ballot Application (For voters who can’t go to the polls on Election Day) A voter may apply for and receive an absentee ballot for the upcoming election if they are registered to vote and fall into one of the following criteria: A…

In-room visitation for family and friends is returning to Hearthstone Retirement Home. The board of directors has released new procedures post-COVID to fluctuate with the county covid positivity rate—a red, yellow, green system. Some conditions will vary with each situation, but for all, in-room visitation is an option. “Hearthstone is appreciative of everyone’s patience and understanding during these past two years as residents’ health and safety has been of utmost importance,” said Valorie Dick, board chair. To date, no COVID deaths have been recorded for the facility and Hearthstone has been praised highly for going 23 months without any resident…

Residents at Hearthstone Retirement Home created a scarecrow for Downtown Waynesboro and are looking forward to enjoying trick-or-treating from the porch later this month.

​HARRISBURG – With the recent devastation throughout the south caused by Hurricane Ian, the Pennsylvania Insurance Department is urging property owners to take steps to prepare for weather-related emergencies and consider purchasing flood insurance to protect their homes, businesses, and possessions. “All too often, we hear from those who have experienced the pain of significant storm damage only to realize their flooded homes and possessions were not covered under their homeowners’ insurance,” said Deputy Insurance Commissioner Dave Buono. “There are so many folks who just don’t think it is going to happen to them, and unfortunately, time and time again, it…

CHAMBERSBURG–The agenda for the Chambersburg Planning and Zoning Commission meeting to be held TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2022 at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers on the First Floor of the Utility Departments Addition to Borough Hall, 100 South Second St.:1. Call meeting to order.2. Approve minutes of the September 6, 2022 meeting.3. Review and discuss proposed changes to the Trailer Coaches Code (Chapter 274), as recommended by staff and the Solicitor.4. Review draft Ordinance and map for the Southgate Neighborhood Zoning Overlay District.5. Other matters as presented.6. Adjourn with the next regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, November 1, 2022.

CHAMBERSBURG – The Franklin County Commissioners are asking residents to share their vision and goals for the future of Franklin County as the county continues to update its comprehensive plan. A county comprehensive plan guides land use policy and is required by Pennsylvania law to be updated every 10 years. Franklin County’s new comprehensive plan, known as Imagine Franklin 2035, will serve as a blueprint for the county to address opportunities and build upon existing community assets in the years to come. Franklin County residents and stakeholders are encouraged to share their thoughts and vision for Franklin County’s next 10…