Author: Staff Reports

WAYNESBORO – The Waynesboro Theatre, 75 W. Main St., is offering three Batman adventures following this weekend: Friday, 7 p.m. “Batman (1989)” (PG-13 2:10) Having witnessed his parents’ brutal murder as a child, millionaire philanthropist Bruce Wayne (Michael Keaton) fights crime in Gotham City disguised as Batman, a costumed hero who strikes fear into the hearts of villains. But when a deformed madman who calls himself “The Joker” (Jack Nicholson) seizes control of Gotham’s criminal underworld, Batman must face his most ruthless nemesis ever while protecting both his identity and his love interest, reporter Vicki Vale (Kim Basinger). Saturday, 7…

CHAMBERSBURG — The ServSafe Food Safety Manager course, an essential tool for those in the food preparation industry, will be held in person in mid-September. The course is conducted by Penn State Extension. It will be held at the Penn State Extension Franklin County office, 181 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg. The course will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sept. 10, and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sept. 17. The exam will be held at 11 a.m. on the day of the second class. These in-person trainings, taught by certified ServSafe instructors, will help participants learn how to…

CHAMBERSBURG – A presentation on the $5.8 million Franklin County Human Services Block Grant Program for 2024-25 was presented during Thursday’s 10 meeting of the Franklin County Commissioners. The meeting is held in the Administration Building, Room 824, 272 N. Second St. The presentation covers an agreement between the county and the state Department of Human Services, which include community employment, residential services, emergency services, vocational rehabilitation, mental health services, housing support, crisis intervention and homeless assistance, among others. Also on the agenda was an agreement for a Peer Support Program that links certified peer specialists with those with mental…

SPRING RUN PATH — The 117th annual Path Valley Picnic & Homecoming will run through Saturday at Hammond’s Grove, Spring Run. This event promises a blend of fun, food and festivities for all ages. Event Highlights Special Contests and Activities Unique Offerings

SHIPPENSBURG — Families are invited to the annual Back-to-School Family Fun Day, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, hosted by the Shippensburg Area Chamber of Commerce. This free event will take place at the Shippensburg Fairgrounds. The Family Fun Day aims to provide an engaging and informative experience for families as they prepare for the upcoming school year. Attendees will be able to gather valuable information about various programs available for children and youth in the area. Representatives from multiple local organizations will be present to share resources and answer questions. A highlight of the event will be the…

WAYNESBORO — The Waynesboro Area School District is gearing up for the start of the 2024-25 academic year with several important updates and events for students and families. Key Dates and Events The first day of school for K-12 students in Waynesboro is set for Tuesday, Aug. 20. Fall CareerTech students will begin their classes on Thursday, Aug. 22. Students attending CareerTech during the fall semester are not required to report to Waynesboro Area Senior High School on Aug. 20 or 21. Detailed morning arrival procedures for CareerTech students are available in the summer edition of the WASHS family newsletter.…

CHAMBERSBURG — Frederick Douglas and John Brown will come to life on Saturday, Aug. 17, through an event hosted by the Franklin County Visitors Bureau. “Frederick Douglass in Chambersburg: More Than A Speech” will involve a presentation, lunch and bus tour to highlight Douglass’ visit, the intense meeting with John Brown and key Chambersburg freedom-seeking sites. Historian, poet and living history portrayer Nathan Richardson will bring Frederick Douglass to life. Greencastle native Doug Dobbs will rekindle John Brown. Doors open at 9:30 a.m., and the event begins at 10. Aug. 17 marks the 165th anniversary of Frederick Douglass’ lecture in…

CARLISLE — The G.B. Stuart Gallery is set to host an intriguing exhibition titled “The Gift of Nature,” featuring the works of Marti Yeager, Ann Ruppert and Rod Stabler. The exhibition opens today and will run through Sept. 14. The opening reception will be from 5:30 to 7 tonight. Marti Yeager, a full-time artist based in Fayetteville, will showcase her evocative oil paintings that draw inspiration from the natural world . Complementing Yeager’s paintings, Rod Stabler will present his intricately turned wood vessels, which are further enhanced by the surface decorations of Ann Ruppert. This collaboration highlights the diverse ways…

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – Changes in the building code have been adopted by The Washington Board of County Commissioners. As a result, the County Commissioners are seeking five new members of the County Building Code of Appeals. The Board of Appeals shall have the responsibility to hear and decide appeals to orders, decisions or determinations made by the Building Code Official relative to the application and interpretation of the Building Code. The Board may, as the law and county building code provide, reverse, affirm or modify the Building Code Official’s determination. Applications the appeals board will be accepted until an adequate pool…

GREENCASTLE — The Greencastle Grub & Pub Festival will take place Saturday, Sept. 21, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. This event will be held in the block of North Carlisle Street off the Square in downtown Greencastle. Admission is free, making it an accessible outing for families and friends looking to enjoy a day filled with food, music and local culture. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and spend the day sampling a variety of culinary delights from numerous food vendors, enjoying live music and shopping at local businesses. The festival will be held rain or shine. Vendors…