Author: Staff Reports

WAYNESBORO—At a place where borrowing and loans are the order of the day, revenue needs to come in to keep the doors open, and library officials are asking for help. “In order to buy books, pay staff, keep the building in repair and maintain technology, we really need any help that you can afford,” said Linda May, executive director of Alexander Hamilton Memorial Free Library in a letter to patrons and subscribers. Like many businesses and families, the COVID-19 pandemic took a toll on the library, forcing it to shut down for 15 months. “Since June 2021 when we reopened,…

WAYNESBORO—Gallery 50 will host a reception for its new exhibit, “Faces & Places.” The reception will showcase paintings from five area artists: Pam Wenger, Cindy Baker, Donna Barlup, Claire Carnell and Warren Tracy Davis. The event will be held Friday, Nov. 5, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. and includes free refreshments, the opportunity to meet some of the featured artists, plus live music from Drew Adams in the adjacent Music Makers space. Following the reception, the exhibit will be on display during Gallery 50’s regular hours on Fridays from 5–8 p.m.; Saturdays from 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m.; and by appointment.

WAYNESBORO–Mainstreet Waynesboro’s First Friday movie will be be shown this week. “The Goonies!” will be shown Friday, Nov. 5 at 7 p.m. at the theater, 75 W. Main St., Waynesboro. “The Goonies” (PG-1:54) is a 1985 Stephen Spielberg adventure comedy. The film tells the story of a group of kids who live in the “Goon Docks” neighborhood who, in an attempt to save their homes from foreclosure, discover a treasure map that takes them on an adventure. Tickets are $8 and include popcorn and a drink, thanks to sponsor Linda Barkdoll, of Ronnie Martin Realty.

Tuesday’s Election may bring some new faces to area boards, but some incumbents will remain as well. Here are some of the top races. All results are unofficial pending county review. Waynesboro Area School District In the Waynesboro Area School District-North End, Republican Rachel Fortney took 77% of the votes with 1,007 ballots cast in her favor, while Kim Miles garnered 12% or 158 votes. A write-in in the North End took 132 votes for the 2-year term. Miles pulled ahead in the 4-year term slot, with 59% of the votes (694) over a write-in with 40% (469 votes). Also…

The following are unofficial results from Tuesday’s Election, with 47% of the county’s precincts reporting: Mont Alto Borough: Councilperson (4-year term) Gregory Smith (R): 168 Carla Bumbaugh (R): 142 Donna Henderson (R): 151 Earl McCleaf (R): 147 Write-in: 8 Councilperson (2-year term) Write-in: 17 School Director (2-year term) Kim Miles (D): 27 Rachel Fortney (R): 128 Write-in: 33 School Director (4-year term) Kim Miles (D/R): 97 Write-in: 67 Mayor Leisa McCleaf (R): 179 Write-in: 7 Judge of Election Frank Kocek (R): 186 Write-in: 5 Inspector of Election Elaine D. Rhone (R): 180 Write-in: 10 Magisterial District Judge Kelly Rock (D/R):…

HARRISBURG—An hour after polling places closed, Acting Secretary of State Veronica Degraffenreid reported that Tuesday’s municipal election in Pennsylvania ran smoothly and without major incident. “Thanks to the hard work and professionalism of county election officials and poll workers, we didn’t see any major or widespread issues,” Degraffenreid said. “No-excuse mail-in voting remained a popular option among voters in this fourth election since it first became available in Pennsylvania.” For this election, counties sent out more than 1,009,000 mail ballots – 89% of which were no-excuse mail-in ballots and 11% of which were absentee ballots. As of mid-afternoon on Election…

Do you know someone doing great things? Have you been to a business and had someone go “above and beyond”? Do you have a favorite park or hiking trail? Favorite lunch spot? Or is there something else in and around the area that you think is awesome? If someone or something jumps out to you as “the best”, we want everyone to know! Share your photo or story with us and it could appear as a ‘Boro Best! Send your suggestions to [email protected].

Leslie Huckle (9) and Gracie Vaughn (19) try to time their jump at the net to block a return during a women’s volleyball match. SUBMITTED PHOTO/PENN STATE MONT ALTO

CHAMBERSBURG–Today, Tuesday, Nov. 1, is Election Day. Do you know where your polling place is located? Are you still considered an active voter? If you are not sure, you can now check this information online through a new statewide initiative called a SURE Public Portal. Upon logging on to www.pavoterservices.state.pa.us, you can immediately review the following information: Find Voter Registration Status – This link allows a voter to search for voter registration status (Active or Inactive), party affiliation and polling place address. The deadline to register to vote or to make any changes to your registration (name, address or party affiliation) for the upcoming 2021…

HARRISBURG— Following an in-depth approval process by the federal government, the Pennsylvania Department of Health announced that booster shots of the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine will be available to certain adults. These decisions follow action in September approving Pfizer vaccine boosters. The CDC recommends booster shots for certain groups of individuals. Individuals who received Moderna or Pfizer vaccine are eligible to get a booster if it’s been at least six months since your initial series of two doses, and you are one of the following:Age 65+Age 18+ and reside in a long-term care settingAge 18+ and have an underlying medical conditionAge 18+…