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Franklin Commissioners to meet April 23

CHAMBERSBURG – Franklin County Commissioners will meet at 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 23, at the county Administration Building, Room 824. The building is...

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Storm damage disrupts Washington County services

Severe storms that swept through Washington County over the weekend have caused widespread disruptions to government services, transportation and public safety operations. The...

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Greencastle-Antrim students question state leaders

HARRISBURG – State Rep. Chad Reichard (R-Franklin) said, “It was a blast hosting students from Greencastle-Antrim High School at the Capitol” recently where...

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Waynesboro offering hiring bonus for some new police recruits

WAYNESBORO – The Civil Service Commission of the Borough of Waynesboro will be holding examinations for the position of police officer, offering $15,000...

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Washington County urges emergency lines for emergencies only

The Washington County Office of Emergency Management, and Highway Department are advising the public on proper procedures following recent storm impacts. If a...

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Basco was a police dog and great family friend

CHAMBERSBURG – When Basco, the retired German shepherd police dog, died this week, the department lost an esteemed partner but also family friend....

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Commissioners expected to OK $677,000 fire truck

CHAMBERSBURG – Franklin County Commissioners are expected to approve an agreement between the county and the Franklin Fire Company for a new $677,000...

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Waynesboro man facing attempted murder charges

WAYNESBORO – A Waynesboro man is facing attempted homicide charges after he allegedly shot his neighbor and pointed a gun at his neighbor’s...

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Hearing set on year-long rehab of historic Conocoheague Creek Bridge

CLEAR SPRING – They don’t build bridges like they used to. And when old historic bridges wear out, it is important to respect...

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2 Franklin County farms among 29 in state preserved from development

Two family farms in Franklin County are among the 3,187 acres on 29 farms in 17 counties in the state that will be...

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