The latest local news and information about government in Franklin County, PA and Washington County, MD.
CHAMBERSBURG – Lisa Helm was sworn in as Franklin County treasurer during a ceremony this week celebrating her start in the county role....
HAGERSTOWN – The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a resurgence of phone scams in which fraudsters impersonate real deputies to...
HAGERSTOWN – The finalists have been chosen and now the public can vote on what will be the new Washington County “I Voted” Sticker,...
Several Franklin County municipalities have released their Christmas tree collection and recycling schedules for early 2026. Residents are reminded to remove all ornaments,...
HAGERSTOWN – Federal immigration officials are eyeing the Hagerstown area as a potential site for a new detention processing center as part of...
HAGERSTOWN – The Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development is sharing new opportunities for local entrepreneurs and small business owners following Gov. Wes Moore’s announcement...
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...
CHAMBERSBURG – A 42-year-old man was to make his initial court appearance Dec. 30 on criminal homicide charges in the death of a...
WAYNESBORO – A Dec. 23 hearing has been set for Kameren Leith, 16, who has been charged with attempted homicide in the stabbing...
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...