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Hagerstown proposes Bright Start childcare grant program to expand services

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – Hagerstown officials are moving forward with a new grant program aimed at expanding childcare access within the city, using $250,000...

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Waynesboro mother charged in child’s death

WAYNESBORO, Pa. – A Waynesboro woman is facing felony charges after police say her neglect led to the death of her 4-year-old son...

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Opponents say ICE detention project moving forward despite court ruling

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – Advocates opposing a proposed ICE detention center in Washington County believe the project remains active despite recent statements from the...

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Hagerstown unveils FY27 budget, with current tax rate but $10 million deficit. 

HAGERSTOWN, Md. – City Administrator Scott Nicewarner, along with CFO Michelle Hapburn and Budget Manager Brooke Garver, presented a budget plan that keeps...

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Fluoride system costs under evaluation

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Chambersburg’s Board of Health will review its current fluoride policy this week as officials weigh replacement costs for aging equipment...

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Accused child rapist captured, denied bail

CHAMBERSBURG- A man sought by Chambersburg police on an accusation of child rape has been apprehended and remains incarcerated. Jairon Nexi Reyes-Perez was denied bail...

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Opponents of Dollar General near Fort Ritchie press for zoning change at Monday hearing

CASCADE, Md. – After years of legal battles and persistent advocacy, residents opposing a proposed Dollar General Market near historic Fort Ritchie are...

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Public input sought on data centers

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Franklin County Commissioners invite residents to a public hearing on an amendment to the county’s existing subdivision and land development ordinance that would establish regulations for data center development in...

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Glover named Franklin County’s March employee of the month

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa.– Franklin County Commissioners presented the March Employee of the Month award to Donna Glover during the board’s April 1 public meeting. Glover has been employed by Franklin County since July...

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Write-in effort under way to get Mastriano on GOP gubernatorial primary ballot

Republican state Treasurer Stacy Garrity appeared poised to coast through the upcoming primary election for governor without a listed opponent. However, a growing...

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