Serving Franklin, PA and Washington, MD Counties
Serving Franklin County, PA and Washington County, MD

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The latest local news and information about government in Franklin County, PA and Washington County, MD.

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Polls open at 7 a.m. Tuesday; don’t overlook your right to vote!

FRANKLIN COUNTY – Polls open at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 4, and will be open till 8 p.m. Mail-in ballots are due...

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Judicial, Chambersburg races highlighted as voters prepare to march to polls

Franklin County residents go to the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 4. Contested races include the positions on the Intermediary Courts of Pennsylvania and...

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Food pantries set to help with SNAP cut-off, donation locations also available

FRANKLIN COUNTY – With the announcement of the freeze on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits amidst the federal government shutdown, Pennsylvania Gov.,...

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Hagerstown reviews proposal to correct map error and open area for development

HAGERSTOWN – City officials are weighing a rezoning request that could resolve a decades-old mapping discrepancy and open development opportunities along Dual Highway....

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Essential food assistance guide: Support for Washington County residents, call 211 in PA

WASHINGTON COUNTY– Washington County Government wants to ensure that no resident goes hungry by providing information on local resources available to them and their families....

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Franklin County officials claim safety, staffing stable, despite union talks

CHAMBERSBURG – Franklin County officials have provided a detailed update on jail operations following recent public concerns about safety, staffing and pay at...

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Local officials to share insights on running for office

HAGERSTOWN – Community leaders and election experts will convene next week to demystify the path to public office for those eyeing roles on...

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Woman dies in 2-vehicle crash near Greencastle

ANTRIM TOWNSHIP – An 81-year-old Willow Hill woman died as a result of injuries in a two-vehicle crash in Antrim Township near Greencastle,...

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Washington County adds to fleet of emergency vehicles

HAGERSTOWN – Washington County purchased two new reserve emergency vehicles, including a fire engine and an ambulance.   County officials noted that the additions,...

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Essential FAQs for Franklin County voters

CHAMBERSBURG – The Franklin County Board of Election answers voters’ most frequently asked questions ahead of Pennsylvania’s Municipal Election on Nov 4. What...

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