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Franklin slated to receive $184,475 crisis training grant

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Franklin County Commissioners are expected to approve a state grant award to enhance crisis intervention for those handling critical issues....

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Sewer smoke test planned Wednesday

HAGERSTOWN, Md – Washington County Department of Water Quality will be conducting a sewer smoke test on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. in the Westfields...

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Reichard hosts ‘Hanging with Chad’

WAYNESBORO, Pa. – Rep. Chad Reichard (R-Franklin) will meet with residents during the next “Hanging with Chad” open forum at the Greater Waynesboro...

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W.C. Commission to take up proposed ’27 budget, transit funds, youth programs

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners will hold its next regular open session on April 14, focusing heavily on...

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Hagerstown groups plans Tuesday protest over riot gear purchase

HAGERSTOWN, Pa. – Washington County Commissioners will walk into their meeting Tuesday, April 14, through a stark visual memorial: chalk body outlines for every...

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Traffic shift begins Monday for Route 997 roundabout work

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, Pa. – Route 997 traffic will shift beginning Monday, April 13, as crews begin work to build two roundabouts near Waynesboro,...

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Coalition to protect Franklin County seeks to oppose high-voltage power line project

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Morre than 150 concerned Franklin County residents gathered at the New Franklin Ruritan Community Center last week for a “Community...

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Jail hosts first re-entry resource day

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Jail, in partnership with Franklin Together: The Reentry Coalition, recently hosted its first Resource Day to provide incarcerated...

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County revises data center ordinance

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Following public feedback and further consideration, Franklin County Commissioners on Wednesday, April 8, released a revised version of a proposed amendment to the county’s...

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Franklin Commissioners underscore shared responsibility of protecting children

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa.– Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed April 2026 to be Child Abuse Prevention Month and are encouraging all residents, community leaders and stakeholders to do their...

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