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DOJ blocks autopsy release in Letterkenny soldier death investigation

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The U.S. Department of Justice has blocked the release of the coroner’s report related to the death of a young...

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Waynesboro man charged with child endangerment, drug possession

WAYNESBORO, Pa. – A 25-year-old Waynesboro man has been charged with two counts of endangering the welfare of a child and 10 counts...

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Envy program revival gains support from Hagerstown

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – City officials are weighing reviving the Envy youth initiative as a state-backed public safety program wraps up its two-year pilot,...

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Protestors target purchase of ‘riot gear’ by W.C. Commission, but approved anyway

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – For yet another week, activists and community members lined the sidewalk just steps outside the Washington County Board of Commissioners...

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With activists outside Baltimore courthouse, judge continues to delay Williamsport ICE facility

BALTIMORE, Md. – A federal court order blocking renovation and use of a Williamsport, Maryland, warehouse to detain immigrants remains in place after...

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Hagerstown explores solar energy for city properties

HAGERSTOWN, Mdl. – The city is exploring solar energy options for government properties as rising electricity costs and expiring federal incentives create urgency...

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Falling Waters man facing charges in Waynesboro

WAYNESBORO, Pa. – Kendil H. Wells, 27, Falling Waters, West Virginia, has been charged with one count each of stalking, theft by unlawful...

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Washington County recognizes veteran 911 staffers, storm heroes at awards banquet

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – Washington County’s 911 Communications Center honored several employees for their service and performance at the 2026 Tri-State Telecommunicators Awards Banquet,...

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County honors 911 dispatchers

The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed April 12-18, 2026, to be National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in Franklin County. In doing so, they...

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Hagerstown officials review rent concerns, landlord costs

HAGERSTOWN — Rising costs for utilities, maintenance and taxes are straining local landlords and complicating discussions around potential rent stabilization policies, according to...

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