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Washington Township implements open burning ban

WAYNESBORO – Residents of Washington Township, Franklin County, are now under a strict open burning ban effective from noon on Wednesday, Oct. 30....

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Franklin County offers voting and other election tips

CHAMBERSBURG – The Franklin County Election Board provides answers to voters’ most frequently asked questions ahead of Pennsylvania’s presidential election Nov. 5. What...

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Elevated fire risk in Washington County

HAGERSTOWN – Washington County officials are warning against outdoor burning due to an elevated fire risk after two recent wildland fires. The Washington...

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Hagerstown airport receives $5.25 million grant for terminal expansion

HAGERSTOWN – Hagerstown Regional Airport has been awarded a $5.25 million dollar grant from the Federal Aviation Administration under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. This competitive national...

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Magisterial District Court Chambersburg to relocate

CHAMBERSBURG – Magisterial District Court 39-2-01 in the Borough of Chambersburg is relocating to 630 Norland Ave. Magisterial District Judge Glenn Manns and...

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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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