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Washington County offers free tree recycling

HAGERSTOWN – The Washington County Department of Solid Waste is offering free Christmas tree recycling to Washington County residents. This seasonal service will be available daily...

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42 year old charged in slaying of Chambersburg girlfriend, mother of his child

CHAMBERSBURG – A 42-year-old man was to make his initial court appearance Dec. 30 on criminal homicide charges in the death of a...

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Dec. 23 hearing set for 16 year old charged with attempted murder in stabbing of his mother 20-30 times

WAYNESBORO – A Dec. 23 hearing has been set for Kameren Leith, 16, who has been charged with attempted homicide in the stabbing...

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More than $2 million in grants announced by Mastriano

HARRISBURG – More than $2 million in local infrastructure and community projects have been announced by Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-Franklin/Adams). The funds come from the...

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Cascade Dollar General opponents submit zoning amendment, petition to protect historic Fort Ritchie

CASCADE, Md. – After months of struggling to advance a proposed zoning change with Washington County officials that would prevent a new Dollar...

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Scotland campus may go up for sale in January, Mastriano says

CHAMBERSBURG – The Scotland School for Veterans Children may be up for sale again, according to state Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-Franklin/Adams). The school,...

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Washington County Commissioners approve new investments at year-end

HAGERSTOWN  – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners wrapped up its 2025 open sessions on Dec. 16 with a series of approvals...

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Dozens march Saturday in Chambersburg to oppose deportation of elementary school custodian

CHAMBERSBURG – Dozens of people marched through Chambersburg on Saturday morning to protest the deportation of Carlos Bonilla, a longtime community member, custodian...

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Franklin sheriff says ICE removal of school custodian lawful and not 1st time

CHAMBERSBURG – Despite public outcry over the deportation to Mexico of Carlos Bonilla, a custodian at Fall Springs Elementary School and the local...

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Franklin County leadership program recognizes 2025 graduates

CHAMBERSBURG – Franklin County officials recognized 13 county employees who completed the 2025 Leadership Development Program, a yearlong initiative focused on building leadership...

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