Serving Franklin, PA and Washington, MD Counties
Serving Franklin County, PA and Washington County, MD

Voices

Local history, personal profiles, and editorials on the people, places, and things that make up the Franklin County, PA and Washington County, MD areas.

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Life, fireflies, and a shadow

You know, I have lived a long life, and in that lifespan, I have seen many things.  From an old log home in...

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Dining out: Hickory Ridge Restaurant feels like home

CHAMBERSBURG – Hickory Ridge Restaurant is located on Philadelphia Avenue, but the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff and tasty food will make it feel...

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Local history: Remembering A.R. Warner, the man who helped build Waynesboro

Alfred Ritchie Warner arrived in Waynesboro at the turn of the 20th century, driven to build a better life for himself and his...

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Sniff notes: Neutered and nervous

Neutered. I found out later that’s what the humans call what had happened to me. I’d been neutered. The other cats are never...

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Summer was a beautiful companion

“Good morning,” softly whispered summer to me; “soon I will be leaving you, but oh the fun we had during the season this...

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Local history: Remembering the Waynesboro Villagers tumultuous 1921 baseball season

Professional baseball began in Waynesboro in 1920 when the “Villagers” became a member of the Class D Blue Ridge League, a six-team association...

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Sniff notes: Lou and Cleetus find forever homes

I have two stories that prove why we do what we do at CVAS. Two of our longterm residents found their forever homes...

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Foot Notes: Teen runner signs pro contract, sets new precedent

It’s been quite the month for Cooper Lutkenhaus. When August began Lutkenhaus, a junior at Northwest High School in Justin, Texas, was already...

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Bubba, why do people do bad things?

Summer was beginning to waver, and the weather was a bit warm, so I invited Bubba, my imaginary friend, over to sit under...

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Local history: Hagerstown’s firefighting heritage complements architectural preservation

Hagerstown’s firefighting legacy is intertwined with ongoing architectural preservation projects. The dedicated efforts of local fire companies during four centuries played a crucial...

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