Author: Staff Reports

HAGERSTOWN, MD- The Washington County Office of Budget and Finance reminds citizens that a public budget hearing on the FY25 proposed budget will be held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15, at the Public Safety Training Center, 18350 Public Safety Pl, Hagerstown, MD 21740. The public budget hearing video stream will be available on Facebook – Washington County Government – Maryland; and YouTube – Washington County, MD Board of County Commissioners. The hearing is open to the public, and public testimony is encouraged. To view the Citizens’ Guide to the Budget 2025 please visit – https://wcmd.info/budget25

HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania’s 2024-25 migratory game bird seasons have been set.   Annual migratory game bird seasons are selected by states from frameworks established by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS). Game Commission selections were made after reviewing last year’s hunter harvests, population survey data and public input. There is one significant change to Pennsylvania waterfowl seasons this year, said Game Commission Waterfowl Biologist Amanda Hoyt. The regular season length for Canada geese in the Atlantic Population Zone has decreased from 45 to 30 days but the daily bag limit remains three. “With the population recently falling just below the…

CHAMBERSBURG – The Franklin County Commissioners want to keep motorcyclists safe and have declared May to be Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in Franklin County. Not only is motorcycle riding a favorite form of transportation, it’s also a popular recreation activity across the commonwealth and the U.S. Pennsylvania is home to nearly 850,000 licensed motorcyclists. With that many motorcyclists on the road, it is important that all motorists remember to share roads and highways responsibly for everyone’s safety. Likewise, motorcyclists can take advantage of free training courses through the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s (PennDOT) free Motorcycle Safety Program to improve their…

Waynesboro Area Senior High and Middle School Monday May 13th Varsity Boys Baseball Northern at Waynesboro, 4:15 p.m. Junior Varsity Boys Baseball Waynesboro at Northern, 4:30 p.m. Tuesday May 14th Junior Varsity Boys Baseball Carlisle at Waynesboro, 4:15 p.m. Junior Varsity Girls Softball Waynesboro at Carlisle, 4:15 p.m. Varsity Girls Softball Carlisle at Waynesboro, 4:15 p.m. Varsity Boys Baseball Waynesboro at Carlisle, 4:30 p.m. Wednesday May 15th Thursday May 16th Friday May 17th Saturday May 18th Chambersburg Area Senior High School Monday May 13th Junior Varsity Girls Softball Chambersburg at Central Dauphin, 4:15 p.m. Varsity Boys Baseball Central Dauphin at…

WAYNESBORO — The 34th annual Youth Festival is on Sunday, May 19 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Pine Hill Recreation Area in Waynesboro, Pa. Presented by Buttonwood Nature Center, home of The Institute, the event is free and open to the public; donations appreciated. An outdoor event geared for kids of all ages, Youth Fest features a variety of activities, demonstrations, exhibits, and entertainment throughout the day, plus a professional guest performer. “Kids will enjoy interactive experiences that are fun and educational,” said Jessica Watson, Buttonwood’s assistant director. “It’s important for kids to get outside for healthy activities and…

WAYNESBORO – The Connection, a local organization dedicated to empowering women, will host a writers’ workshop on Saturday, May 18. The event will feature Bella Kauffman, an experienced self-published author and blogger, who will share her expertise on finishing a book, publishing, and marketing. The $15 workshop, which runs from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., will be held at The Connection’s headquarters at 112 Walnut Street. Attendees can expect to learn practical strategies for completing their long-awaited book projects, as well as insights into the self-publishing process and effective marketing techniques. Kauffman, the author of multiple self-published books, including “A…

Aim. Shoot. Release. Buttonwood Nature Center will host its second annual Sporting Clays Shoot Fundraiser on Friday, May 10, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Orvis Hill Country Shooting Grounds in Fairfield. The event includes registration with coffee and donuts, a safety introduction, 15 shooting stations with 100 targets, snacks and water, a catered lunch, and awards for the top 3 finishers. The $125 registration fee covers all of these activities, and participants can bring their own shotguns or rent them on-site. Golf carts and ammunition are also available for rental. This fundraiser supports the important work of…

GREENCASTLE- The Borough of Greencastle has a new police chief following a ceremony held during the regular council meeting on Monday evening. Officer in charge Keith Russell was sworn in to the position of police chief by Greencastle Mayor Ben Thomas, Jr. after being appointed by the Borough Council. The swearing-in ceremony was attended by Chief Russell’s family, fellow officers, representatives from law enforcement organizations, and citizens. Chief Russell is a 17-year veteran of the Greencastle Police Department (GPD) and has a total of 23 years of experience and education in law enforcement. He also served in the United States…

The speech-language pathologists who support the needs of patients at Meritus Physical Therapy are passionate about ensuring those in their care have the tools and abilities they need to communicate with those around them. “Being able to communicate is not something to be taken for granted – and everyone deserves to have their voice heard. Something to remember, is that communication is not a privilege, it is a basic human right,” says Bethany Dunahugh, speech-language pathologist at Meritus Physical Therapy. In an effort to support that basic right, two years ago, Meritus Physical Therapy started a program to help non-verbal…

CHAMBERSBURG – Fandom Fest 2024, a celebration of all things geeky and pop culture-related, is set to take place on Saturday, May 11, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in downtown Chambersburg. The event, which is free and open to the public, promises a day filled with exciting activities, contests, and opportunities to connect with fellow fans. The festival will feature a wide range of attractions, including a Mermaid Grotto, where attendees can take photos with three mermaids, including Gingersnap the mermaid (and Miss Mermaid PA), Maeve the Mt. Gretna Mermaid, and Candace the Mermaid. Levy Metal Enterprises, LLC will…