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

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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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Local history: Century-old memoir recalls Battle of Gettysburg, aftermath in Franklin County

The epic Battle of Gettysburg, a turning point in the American Civil War, is one of the most studied and discussed conflicts in...

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Sniff notes: Tips for successful pet adoption

You know, there really is a difference between hearing and listening. Think about it. Martina McBride, who, in my opinion, is quite the...

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Foot Notes: The walk after the storm

While last week’s storms were simply a minor inconvenience for the majority this column’s readership, they sure made life difficult in Carlisle, the...

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July Fourth 1776 was a long time ago

You know when one thinks of yesterday, it’s fairly recent, but when one ponders July 4, 1776, that seems like an eternity ago. ...

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What’s cooking? Juice ice pops

If you’ve ever wondered what happens when you combine a 9-year-old’s creativity, a 7-year-old’s enthusiasm, and a 3-year-old’s, well, 3-year-oldness—all in the pursuit of...

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Local history: Waynesboro Little Theatre found perfect performance space in 1955

When the Waynesboro Little Theatre staged plays 70 years ago, the energy instilled in the theatrical process and the talent that went into...

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Sniff notes: Protect your pets in the heat

So excessive heat warnings and menopause don’t really go all that well together. How was that for a first sentence? You’re welcome! This...

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’57 Chevy Ken, Wellsboro and a eulogy

Summer is here, and it was time, just like the hibernating bear, for the Dargan Boy to rise from his restive and take...

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Local history: The Allison-Antrim Museum preserves Greencastle’s antique treasures

Greencastle’s Allison-Antrim Museum is a sparkling pendant in the Antrim area’s historical necklace. As the organization continuously interprets the town’s original settlers, memorable...

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Sniff notes: Providing second chances

His dad left him here. In the kennel. Surrounded by the other dogs. He’s so scared. Dad dropped him off like it was...

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