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State, area agencies declare snow emergencies

Update Jan. 25 7 at 7 a.m. Speed Limits Reduced – Winter Storm Update Due to the severity of the winter storm, PennDOT...

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Chambersburg issues Meagan’s law notice

CHAMBERSBURG – Chambersburg police have notified the public that Donald Gene Hann, 70, a convicted sex offender, is now located in an apartment...

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Hagerstown approves water meter upgrade program to replace aging equipment

HAGERSTOWN – The Hagerstown Mayor and City Council approved a water meter transceiver trade-in program this week that will allow the city to...

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Franklin County champions early childhood education during year of the young child

CHAMBERSBURG – Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed 2026 to be the Year of the Young Child in Franklin County. In doing so, the commissioners have joined First Start...

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Smithsburg Council explores Tree City designation, stormwater project

SMITHSBURG – The Smithsburg Town Council held a special session Tuesday, Jan. 20, to discuss urban forestry recognition and a potential environmental restoration...

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Suspected jealous boyfriend charged in 10-month-old shooting case

WAYNESBORO – Waynesboro police have charged a 37-year-old alleged jealous boyfriend in connection with a March 17, 2025, incident that occurred about 3...

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Mercersburg to receive $3.8 million water treatment improvement loan

 MERCERSBURG – The Mercersburg Water Authority has been awarded a low-interest loan of more than $3.8 million from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority...

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$2.4 million awarded for Franklin County projects

The Commonwealth Financing Authority has awarded $2.4 million in grant funding for eight projects in Franklin County, according to an announcement by state...

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Free CPR and Narcan training in Hagerstown

HAGERSTOWN, MD – Boonsboro Emergency Medical Services invites residents to participate in a free Community CPR, Stop the Bleed, and Narcan use Training event hosted by...

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Rolling stops today on I-81 near Chambersburg

CHAMBERSBURG – Rolling stops are planned for Tuesday, Jan. 20, on Interstate 81 near Chambersburg. The rolling stops will be in place as...

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