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New Smithsburg police officer Willie E. Buntley (center) poses with town officials and members of the Smithsburg Police Department following his swearing-in ceremony at the Mayor and Council meeting on Nov. 3, 2026.
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Smithsburg Council weighs Hagerstown water system proposal

SMITHSBURG, Md. — Smithsburg officials are considering turning the town’s water system over to Hagerstown in a move that could lower water bills...

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Washington County outlines proposed data center regulations, sets 2027 timeline

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Washington County officials have shared proposed rules for data center development. These include minimum distances from homes, noise limits, energy...

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Hagerstown revisits Climb Farm annexation amid Washington County lawsuit

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Hagerstown officials are taking additional steps to confirm the validity of the proposed Climb Farm annexation after Washington County challenged...

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Man sought on ‘missiles’ charge

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — A 27-year-old man, whose address is simply Pennsylvania, is being sought by Chambersburg police for propulsion of missiles into an...

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Fluoridation ending for most of Franklin County

ST. THOMAS, Pa. — Bear Valley Water Authority is joining Chambersburg in plans to discontinue fluoridation of its drinking water, despite continued recommendations...

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Chambersburg council endorses Southgate shopping sale to York-based company

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — The Chambersburg Borough Council endorsed an agreement for the Chambersburg Area Municipal Authority to sell the remaining 69% of the...

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Student artwork brings fire, police together for Holidays with Heroes

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — The Chambersburg Fire Department and Chambersburg Police Department are introducing a joint holiday shirt featuring a local student’s artwork to...

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Franklin County honors aging services employee, reports hiring improvements

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Franklin County commissioners honored a county employee Wednesday for her work helping older residents and their families, while also hearing...

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Flook retains Register of Wills post; McElroy elected new WC Treasurer

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – Republican Lacy M. Flook secured another four-year term as Washington County Register of Wills Tuesday, while fellow Republican John McElroy...

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Republicans win again in Washington County, facing same turbulent issues

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – Republicans swept all five seats on the Washington County Board of Commissioners Tuesday, returning three incumbents to office and electing...

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