Author: Staff Reports

WAYNESBORO–The Waynesboro Theatre (75 W. Main St.) is offering the following film this week: Friday, Aug. 2, 7 p.m. “Harry Potter & The Chamber of Secrets” (PG 2:50) The second instalment of boy wizard Harry Potter’s adventures at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, based on the novel by JK Rowling. A mysterious elf tells Harry to expect trouble during his second year at Hogwarts, but nothing can prepare him for trees that fight back, flying cars, spiders that talk and deadly warnings written in blood on the walls of the school. Saturday, Aug. 3, 3 p.m. “Harry Potter &…

Looking for a new friend? The Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter is featuring these Pets of the Week. For more information, visit http://www.cvas-pets.org/ or call 717-263-5791. Rodeo Joe is a lovable, happy guy who really enjoys attention and snuggles. He came in as a stray, so the shelter doesn’t have a lot of information about him, but the staff believes he’s a 4-year-old terrier mix who is quite active and will need someone who can provide him with regular exercise. He loves to go out to the play yard! Rodeo Joe can be shy with some men, but once he knows…

Join the magic of the Waynesboro Wizarding Weekend. The eighth annual Waynesboro Wizarding Weekend is set to enchant visitors from August 2-3, transforming downtown Waynesboro into a magical hub of activity. Attendees can enjoy a variety of attractions, including movie screenings at Waynesboro Theatre, a LEGO Lodge filled with displays, and a Harry Potter Pub Crawl featuring a VIP meet-and-greet with a “Deathly Hallows Part 2” actress. Borogon Alley will offer thousands of magical items just in time for the school semester. The festivities kick off with a night market on August 2, featuring over 25 vendors and live music…

FROSTBURG, Md. — Frostburg State University is addressing a significant budget deficit of $7.7 million, driven by declining enrollment and state funding cuts exceeding $1.5 million. To stabilize finances, FSU has implemented a multi-year plan focusing on administrative reorganization, faculty staffing reductions, cuts to athletics budgets and operational reductions, aiming to save millions annually. Despite these challenges, FSU assures the community that educational quality will remain unaffected and emphasizes its commitment to students’ success. The University System of Maryland has pledged support to help FSU regain financial stability, ensuring the institution’s continued strength and regional partnership. The following message was…

YORK- Inspiring the health and wellness of the communities it serves, WellSpan Health is proud to donate a more than 5-acre plot of land located along Indian Rock Dam Road to Spring Garden Township in York County. The land will be used to construct a fire station, public park and recreation facilities, beautifying this part of the township and improving access to emergency services in the area. “We are excited to partner with the township to provide options for this land. We are proud of our commitment to our communities and we know that to be a good partner our…

HARRISBURG- The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that a left lane restriction is expected to be implemented soon on southbound Route 15 at the Route 30 overpass near Gettysburg in Adams County. This restriction will allow repairs to be performed on the median pier of the Route 30 overpass. This work is associated with a pavement preservation project on Route 15 from the Maryland state line in Freedom Township to Route 394 (Strivers Corner Road) in Straban Township. The southbound Route 15 restriction is expected to be implemented as early as tomorrow, Friday, August 2, and remain in place…

WAYNESBORO- The Thursday Night Market in Waynesboro is set to take place from 5 to 8:30 tonight (Thursday) at Main Street Park. This event marks the only night market of the season, promising an evening filled with live music, delicious food offerings and a variety of vendors. Attendees can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere as local musicians perform, enhancing the community spirit of the market. The event will feature a diverse array of food options, catering to various tastes and preferences. Notably, Duck Donuts will be making its debut at the Waynesboro Farmers Market, adding a sweet treat to…

HAGERSTOWN, Md.- The Washington County Historical Society is set to host an engaging evening event, “Culture & Cocktails: The Historic Saylor House,” from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 9, at the Miller House Museum, 135 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. Tickets for the event are priced between $15 and $25. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from Dr. Steve Hatleberg, MD, of the Washington County Historical Trust, who will share insights into the extensive preservation efforts undertaken to restore the Saylor House, a historic stone structure dating back to the early 1800s. The Saylor House, situated on the…

WAYNESBORO – Enchanting fun for all ages awaits those attending this weekend’s eighth annual Waynesboro Wizarding Weekend. And this year, the event even features a visit from an actress in a Harry Potter film! Here are some of the magical things those attending can expect: Meet Actress Ellie Darcey-Alden Ellie played Lilly Evans (who became the mother of Harry Potter) during the flashback scenes of the 2011 film, “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows, Part 2.” She will be selling autographs and photos during her visit. She’ll be available at various locations, and her schedule can be found at MainstreetWaynesboro.org.…

WAYNESBORO — The public is invited to participate in two study groups, one a DVD study and one a book group, offered by the Church of the Apostles UCC, starting on Sept. 12. The church is located at 336 Barnett Ave. The “Great Course” DVD group will meet from 11 a.m. to noon each Thursday and use the Luke Timothy Johnson 24-lecture DVD “Great Course” titled “Early Christianity: The Experience of the Divine.” The course covers Christianity’s first 300 years to study what first made it appealing and still attracts new followers. Each lecture is 30 minutes followed by an…