Author: Staff Reports

ANNVILLE – Pennsylvania veterans and their advocates should be aware of an increase in scammers looking to poach their VA pensions, warns the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA). Pension Poaching is financial exploitation targeting veterans and beneficiaries who are potentially eligible for VA pension benefits. “Older veterans are a prime target for scammers,” said Joel Mutschler, director DMVA Bureau of Veterans Programs, Initiatives, Reintegration, and Outreach.  “As we approach World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, it is important to remind veterans and their advocates to be vigilant when dealing with their benefits, and make sure to always use the free assistance of an accredited…

WAYNESBORO—The Waynesboro Area School District was closed today, Wednesday, due to a threat made on social media late Tuesday night, according to district officials. “One person is in custody, but I have no information on the person as of this time,” said WASD Superintendent Tod Kline. School is expected to resume as normal Thursday.

Looking for a new friend? The Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter is featuring these Pets of the Week. For more information, visit www.cvas-pets.org or call 717-263-5791 Reena came into the shelter as a stray, so we don’t know a lot about her. This 1-year-old tabby girl can be a little shy, but once she gets to know you, she’s a sweetheart. Do you have the right spot for Reena? Jason or Jasey, was surrendered to the shelter when his owner was moving and could not take him along with them. He is a 7-year-old Lab/Rottweiler mix who was a little…

CHAMBERSBURG– The Franklin County Commissioners proudly presented the May 2022 Employee of the Month award to Angela Stoner. Stoner has been employed with Franklin County since February 2006 and currently serves as a deputy court administrator. May’s Employee of the Month recipient was determined by the Special Thanks and Recognition (STAR) Committee, which received 13 nominations for the May award. When nominating a coworker, employees are asked to share a specific event or circumstance that makes an individual deserving of Employee of the Month. Stoner’s nomination cited her ability to adeptly handle and coordinate functions essential to court proceedings despite…

BLUE RIDGE SUMMIT—The Friends of Monterey Pass are collecting books for an upcoming book sale. Unwanted books in good condition may be dropped off from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through June 10 at R. Lee Royer & Associated, 10764 Buchanan Trail East, Waynesboro. The book sale will be held June 11-12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Monterey Pass Museum, 14325 Buchanan Trail East, Waynesboro. For more information, visit Monterey Pass Battlefield or call 717-762-5619.

HARRISBURG – The Wolf Administration​, members of the Women’s Health Caucus, Marianne Fray, CEO of the Maternity Care Coalition, and Gerria Coffee, owner of Genesis Birth Services, highlighted Pennsylvania’s extension of postpartum coverage for people eligible for Medicaid due to their pregnancy. “Maternal mortality rates in this country and Pennsylvania have continued to rise year over year with Black women and people of color bearing a tragically higher burden of pregnancy-related complications and deaths. We have a responsibility and obligation to do more to reverse this tragic and preventable loss of life,” said Department of Human Services Acting Secretary Snead. “If we…

CHAMBERSBURG—A portion of the iconic fountain on Glen Street in Chambersburg will be removed this week for a restoration project beginning Wednesday, June 1. In April, Town Council awarded a contract to Robinson Iron Corporation to remove the cast iron basin walls and pedestals and replace them with new cast iron walls and pedestals, to include the artistic scrollwork. The interior of the fountain, water feature and flowerpots will not be removed or impacted by the project. The new cast iron walls and pedestals are to be installed no later than Aug. 12, 2022. Vehicle access around the fountain will…

SOUTH MOUNTAIN–The South Mountain Volunteer Fire Department, 11207 Loop Road, South Mountain, will host bingo Tuesday, June 14 at the station. Doors open at 5 p.m. and bingo starts at 7 p.m. Kitchen will be open for food purchase. For more information call department at 717-749-5733.

WAYNESBORO—The annual Memorial Day parade in downtown Waynesboro will begin at 9 a.m. The procession will follow Main Street to right on South Broad to end at Memorial Park. The event is hosted by the Combined Veterans Council and will be held rain or shine. A ceremony will follow immediately after the parade at the park.