Author: Staff Reports

MONT ALTO—Penn State Mont Alto recently hosted its 19th annual MedCamp, a weeklong day camp providing rising ninth and 10th graders with opportunities to learn about careers in health care and medical fields. Twenty area high schoolers from across Franklin, Adams, Cumberland and York counties were accepted into MedCamp 2024. “We are pleased with another wonderful MedCamp week! We were able to squeeze in many activities and experiences, keeping the students moving around a lot and busy throughout,” said Helen McGarry, director of continuing education and MedCamp co-director. “All the students who attend have a genuine interest in careers in…

CHAMBERSBURG – Franklin County Commissioners will meet Aug. 21 at the Fannett-Metal Elementary School in Willow Hill, as part of their effort to make meetings more convenient for more residents. The meeting will be the second of the commissioners’ quarterly “on the road” meetings to be held at off-site locations around Franklin County. The meeting will begin at 6:30p.m. at the school located at 14823 Path Valley Road. Commissioners’ public board meetings are normally held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday at the Franklin County Administration Building in Chambersburg. Earlier this year, the commissioners decided to hold an evening meeting on…

CHAMBERSBURG- The Cumberland Valley Business Alliance (CVBA) hosted the Economic Development Breakfast sponsored by Meritus Health at Green Grove Gardens today to honor several local businesses for their recent property renovations. “On behalf of the CVBA, we extend our sincere congratulations to these business and community leaders for their outstanding property improvements,” said Chris Grimm, chair of the CVBA. “Their efforts are a testament to the commitment and pride that we all share in making our region a better place to live, work and play.” iWAT LLC received the first award in the up to $150,000 property improvement category. The business was…

Meritus Health has named Lynn Haines, formerly its vice president of legal services, as the health system’s chief legal counsel. In her new role, she is responsible for providing strategic legal guidance and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, corporate officials said. “Lynn is a terrific leader, and as our chief legal counsel, I know she will continue to provide the skilled resources needed to keep Meritus operating at a high level in service to our community,” said Meritus President and CEO Maulik Joshi. Haines previously served as associate general counsel for the organization, providing legal advice; drafting, negotiating and…

HARRISBURG- The Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) announced that the PA VetConnect program, which serves the state’s more than 700,000 veterans, is now officially established under state law. This development comes as Act 70 of 2024 is set to take effect in mid-September. PA VetConnect is designed to assess the needs of veterans and their beneficiaries, locate resources to meet those needs, and connect veterans with the appropriate services. The program is administered by the DMVA and aims to streamline access to a comprehensive database of resources. This database enables local veteran advocates, including staff at county…

WAYNESBORO—Area families are invited to join a walk along the story trail on Sunday, August 11 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Pine Hill Recreation Area, hosted by Buttonwood Nature Center, home of The Institute. Kids join a guided walk and activities along the story trail as they read a story book, then make a special craft project to take home. The book for August was held over for the summer. “My Busy Green Garden” by Terry Pierce, with illustrations by Carol Schwartz, is a child-friendly lyrical tribute to the bugs, bees, and birds that make the garden such a…

The Antrim Township Municipal Authority will convene its regular meeting on Monday, July 29, 2024, at 7 p.m. The agenda includes a range of topics, from routine business such as approval of previous meeting minutes and payment of bills to discussions on significant infrastructure projects. Key items include reviewing subdivision plans, considering sewage facilities planning modules, and addressing new and ongoing projects related to water and sewer systems. The authority will also discuss potential rate increases for utilities and review updates on various water treatment and distribution initiatives. *supplied agenda ANTRIM TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL AUTHORITYREGULAR MEETING AGENDAJuly 29, 2024, 7:00 p.m.

Treasurer Stacy Garrity and ABC News’ Good Morning America (GMA) teamed up to return more than $8,000 in unclaimed property to NASCAR fans at Pocono Raceway during NASCAR Race Weekend on Saturday, July 13. “What a tremendous event! Returning money to enthusiastic NASCAR fans at the iconic Pocono Raceway with Gio Benitez and the great team from GMA was a thrill,” Treasurer Garrity said. “We couldn’t ask for better partners – huge thanks to everyone at the Raceway and GMA. I encourage everyone to search for any unclaimed property that might be available to them. It’s so easy to do.…

CHAMBERSBURG- On Saturday, July 20, the public selected Marissa Porter as the 2024 A Cappella & Unplugged champion. Porter received $500 and performed before thousands, leading up to the 1864 Ransoming, Burning & Rebirth of Chambersburg on the evening of Saturday, July 20. Listen to Marissa Porter’s performance by clicking here. A Cappella & Unplugged showcases local and regional talent and brings dozens of musicians together each year. Each year, at IceFest, the Franklin County Visitors Bureau invites musicians to join the competition at IceFest Open Mic, held in the Great Room of the Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center at…

WAYNESBORO — The Wayne Band, a community ensemble in Waynesboro, is set to commemorate its 125th anniversary with a special concert on August 4, at 3 p.m. in the Hess Room of Quincy Village. The performance will showcase a diverse repertoire spanning the band’s century-and-a-quarter history, featuring standard band literature from various decades. Alongside the musical program, attendees can explore a display of historical artifacts, including photographs, uniforms and instruments that chronicle the band’s evolution since its inception in 1899. The Wayne Band has been a cultural cornerstone in Waynesboro, overcoming challenges and adapting to changing times. In the 1950s,…