Author: Staff Reports

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Ensuring that our community can access healthcare services isparamount to Meritus’ mission of improving the health of the community.That’s why the opening of Meritus Health’s new multispecialty medical practice at ValleyMall is a plus not only for patients, but for the mall, too. “Meritus is always trying to bring great care closer and closer to the people who need it,”said David M. Lehr, chief strategy officer of Meritus Health. “Expanding our footprint toanother major location will improve convenience for our patients. This addition advancesour objective to bring high-quality healthcare services directly into communities wherepeople live and work.”…

WAYNESBORO–The Waynesboro Theatre (75 W. Main St.) is offering the following film this week: Wednesday, Jul. 3, 10 a.m. “Zootopia” (PG 1:50) From the largest elephant to the smallest shrew, the city of Zootopia is a mammal metropolis where various animals live and thrive. When Judy Hopps (Ginnifer Goodwin) becomes the first rabbit to join the police force, she quickly learns how tough it is to enforce the law. Determined to prove herself, Judy jumps at the opportunity to solve a mysterious case. Unfortunately, that means working with Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman), a wily fox who makes her job even…

Twenty high school students from counties in Maryland and Pennsylvania had the opportunity to participate in the 2024 Frostburg State University STEM Summit on FSU’s main campus June 18-21. During this four-day, three-night event, students were engaged in STEM instruction and problem-solving as they reinforced and expanded their knowledge in these fields and stimulated their interest in a STEM career by networking with science professionals. This event also helped Frostburg expand outreach and engagement with high school STEM coordinators, teachers, and administrators across the region and gave the University the chance to showcase the STEM opportunities available at FSU. Upon…

FAYETTEVILLE- A diverse array of culinary offerings will be on display at the upcoming Food Truck Festival at Penn National Golf Course Community’s Trellis Terrace on Saturday, July 13. The event, which runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., will feature four local food trucks and live music. Attendees can expect a variety of cuisines, including coffee from Roaming Roast Coffee, grilled specialties from Chameleon 1360 Grill, authentic Jamaican dishes from Halfway Tree Authentic Jamaican Cuisine, and craft beer from Center Square Brewing Co. The festival, which offers free entry, parking, and music, aims to showcase the region’s growing food…

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – The Washington County Clean County Initiative and the Creek Cleanup Project are organizing a community cleanup event focused on removing tires from a local waterway. Scheduled for Saturday, July 27, from 9 a.m. to noon, the event will take place at the Hancock Boat Ramp. Volunteers will float down to a tire dump site, aiming to remove as many tires as possible from the water. Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own boats. Washington County and the Creek Cleanup Project will also provide boats to help float the tires downriver to the pull-out. The cleanup effort is…

CHAMBERSBURG- Franklin County Visitors Bureau is excited to announce the five finalists of 2024 A Cappella & Unplugged:  Jeff Trish, Marissa Porter, Kiley Heltzel, Calamity & Justus, and Paul Minnich. Each will move onto perform at 7 p.m. on July 20 on the courthouse steps as part of the 1864 Ransoming, Burning & Rebirth event. A Cappella & Unplugged became part of 1864 Ransoming, Burning and Rebirth of Chambersburg to bring extra emphasis to the rebirth of the community and the amazing capacity of people to rise to the occasion. The five contestants rose to the occasion during Round 1…

HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania has significantly expanded its Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and extended the application deadline for 2023 rebates to December 31, 2024, state officials announced. The expansion, signed into law by Governor Josh Shapiro last year, increases the income eligibility limit to $45,000 for both homeowners and renters. This change is expected to make nearly 175,000 additional Pennsylvanians eligible for the program. “This is a big deal for our seniors – and it’s proof that we can work together in a bipartisan manner to get stuff done,” Shapiro said. The maximum rebate has also been increased from $650 to…

The Pennsylvania Departments of Transportation (PennDOT), Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP), and Health (DOH), along with the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), and the Office of the State Fire Commissioner gathered to urge safe and responsible celebration ahead of the Fourth of July. “I’m pleased to join my colleagues to encourage Pennsylvanians to keep safety at the forefront this holiday and all summer long,” said PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll. “Whether your plans this summer include hiking, biking, boating, or a backyard barbecue, PennDOT urges motorists to always plan ahead and…

Headaches are a common ailment, affecting approximately 52% of the global population. While headaches are more likely to affect women, people of all ages can experience them. Most headaches are not the result of a serious illness, but they can ruin quality time with family, friends, and limit your ability to enjoy summer activities like traveling, gardening, swimming, camping, and visiting amusement parks. When headaches transition from an occasional annoyance to a constant presence affecting your quality of life, it’s time to see your healthcare provider. Types of Headaches There are three main types of primary headaches: Migraines are severe,…

Buttonwood Nature Center, home of The Institute is hosting a new 3-day summer camp to inspire creativity on Tues., Wed. and Thurs., July 16–18 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., at Pine Hill Recreation Area near Waynesboro, Pa. The Nature Journaling Camp is open to kids completing grades 4 through 6. During this 3-day camp students get in touch with nature through observation, recording what they see with writing and drawing, and learning about the science of what’s happening in nature while immersing themselves in the beauty of the natural world. Buttonwood educator Jan Barrasso guides students to become aware of…