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LOCAL ADVISORY: Road closed in Washington Township

WAYNESBORO- The Washington Township Police Department announced that Jackson Avenue will be closed to all traffic on Wednesday, Oct. 23. The closure will...

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Franklin Commissioners to review initial 2025 budget

CHAMBERSBURG – Franklin County Commissioners will take their first look at the preliminary 2025 budget during the Wednesday, Oct. 23, commission meeting. The...

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Information offered for first-time voters

CHAMBERSBURG – The Franklin County Election Board provides answers to frequently asked questions for first-time voters ahead of Pennsylvania’s Presidential Election on Nov....

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Historic Hogmire-Berryman Farm preserved

HAGERSTOWN – The Washington County Division of Planning & Zoning has announced the preservation of the historic, 40-acre Hogmire-Berryman Farm, adding to the more than...

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Mercersburg gets $2 million loan for water improvements

A $2 million loan to improve the Mercersburg drinking water system has been approved by the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority. The $2 million...

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‘Faces of Farming’ and poverty initiative to be unveiled before Washington Commissioners

HAGERSTOWN – A presentation on farming, the $168 million annual “backbone” of the Washington County economy, and a $189,500 grant proposal to address...

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No lead found in county-owned water lines

HAGERSTOWN – The Washington County Department of Water Quality has announced the completion of the Lead Service Line Inventory for all county-operated water...

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Washington County launches explorer’s challenge contest

HAGERSTOWN – Economic development in Washington County focuses on enhancing the business climate, fostering job retention and growth, expanding the tax base and improving...

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Absentee and mail-in ballots available for PA voters

CHAMBERSBURG – Pennsylvania voters have two options to receive and vote a ballot prior to Pennsylvania’s Presidential Election on Nov. 5. Voters may...

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Applefest street closures Oct. 19

CHAMBERSBURG – On Saturday, Oct. 19, Philadelphia Avenue will be closed to traffic at Commerce Street south to Chambers Street, due to a...

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