Author: Staff Reports

CHAMBERSBURG – Several Franklin County departments, local law enforcement agencies and first responders are joining forces to host a free Halloween celebration for area youth. Franklin County’s annual Trunk or Treat Night will be held 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 29 at Chambersburg Area Middle School North, 1957 Scotland Ave. Representatives from the Franklin County Adult Probation Department, Franklin County Juvenile Probation, Franklin County Jail, Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, Franklin County Coroner, local law enforcement agencies, first responders and other organizations will be on hand for this safe, family friendly trick-or-treat event. Costumes are encouraged. Public service agencies that would…

WAYNESBORO – Buttonwood Nature Center, home of The Institute is offering a fall series of six outdoor nature programs for preschoolers in September and October. Designed for pre-K children ages 2.5 to 5, the Wee Wonders programs will run on Wednesdays, Sept. 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. at Pine Hill Recreation Area. Registration for the full series is required.  Taught by Buttonwood educators, age-appropriate Wee Wonders 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…

CHAMBERSBURG – Penn State Extension is extending an invitation to learn how to cook vegetarian as part of its “Let’s Cook with Penn State Extension” cooking class series. “Let’s Cook Vegetarian” will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. on Oct. 2, at the Penn State Extension Franklin County office, 181 Franklin Farm Lane. Vegetarian diets may help reduce the risk of developing certain conditions, such as obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes. This hands-on cooking class will explore different ways to eat a balanced, plant-based diet and will provide tips on how to make traditional entrées the…

CHAMBERSBURG – The Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce and Heritage Center were recognized for their stewardship in caring for the county’s Ben Franklin statue for two decades during the Wednesday, Sept. 4, Franklin County Commissioners meeting. The 10 a.m. meeting also was to include a presentation to the United Way for its August Dress Down fund raiser and a public comment period, along with other county business matters. The meetings are in Room 824 of the county Administration Building, 272 N. Second St. Meetings also are live streamed on the county’s YouTube channel and at http://bit.ly/BOCC

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – The annual “Remembrance in the Park” memorial ceremony has been set for Tuesday, Sept. 10, the Washington County Office of Emergency Management has announced. The event will be held at 6 p.m. in the Washington County Emergency Services Tribute Gardens, in Hagerstown City Park at 501 Virginia Ave. The public is invited. The memorial ceremony will serve as a reminder of the courage, sacrifice and resilience displayed by our service members, law enforcement officers and emergency responders. It will also pay tribute to the citizens who selflessly contribute their time and effort to ensure the safety and…

BLUE RIDGE SUMMIT – You don’t have to be a bluegrass fan to appreciate good music. FranCo Penn showed why on Saturday. The Friends of Monterey Pass offer four concerts each season at the park and museum west of Blue Ridge Summit. For the price of A lawn chair to sit upon and a selection of a favorite Antietam Dairy ice cream, music lovers could have experienced a terrific group at this last concert of their season. The group includes lead singer and guitarist Eric Avey, Matt Hickman on banjo, Ronnie Webb on mandolin, TJ Enderlein on dobro and standing…

CHAMBERSBURG – Students at the Franklin County Career and Technology Center are embarking on their journey to become licensed cosmetologists, equipped with essential tools and equipment. As they roll in with their luggage filled with manikin heads and various supplies, these aspiring professionals are taking significant steps toward their future careers. The cosmetology program not only provides hands-on experience but also prepares students for state licensing exams, ensuring they are well-versed in the latest techniques and safety protocols.

Notebooks, pens and backpacks fill the store aisles. It’s time to think about adopting a healthy diet, calming butterflies in the stomach and treating the dreaded back-to-school plague. We are here for you, parents! Here’s some advice from our WellSpan experts on four back-to-school subjects, so children can celebrate a healthy year. Food Brains run best when it has the proper fuel. That means a balanced diet that features a good breakfast, a healthy lunch, a family dinner and nutritious snacks. Protein, whole grains, fruits and even veggies are part of the healthy fuel. Don’t forget hydration! Water and milk…

WAYNESBORO – Washington Township Manager Vern Ashway advises that a contractor was to paint township roads starting Tuesday morning, Sept. 3.  The work was expected to flow over into Wednesday depending on conditions. This included more than 90 miles of roads for which the township is responsible.  It did not include roads owned and maintained by other jurisdictions such as PennDOT.  Ashway indicated the paint is very fast drying, and no major traffic delays were expected.  

Waynesboro Area Senior High and Middle School Tuesday, Sept. 3 Varsity Boys Cross Country, Gettysburg at Waynesboro, 4 p.m. Varsity Girls Cross Country, James Buchanan at Waynesboro, 4:30 p.m. Junior Varsity Girls Soccer, Shippensburg at Waynesboro, 5 p.m. Junior Varsity Boys Soccer, Waynesboro at Shippensburg, 5:30 p.m. Junior Varsity Girls Volleyball, Big Spring at Waynesboro, 6 p.m. Varsity Girls Soccer, Shippensburg at Waynesboro, 6:30 p.m. Varsity Girls Volleyball, Big Spring at Waynesboro, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4 Varsity Girls Soccer, Waynesboro at Shippensburg, 7 p.m. Varsity Boys Golf, Waynesboro at Big Spring, 2 p.m. Varsity Girls Field Hockey, Central Dauphin…