Serving Franklin, PA and Washington, MD Counties
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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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Foot Notes: Green finds celebrity footing at Cocodona 250

The last time I chatted with Dan Green, the record-breaking champion of the Cocodona 250, was just over a decade ago when he...

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Why Vietnam? ~ no good answers!!!

         You know, when I was a kid, my elders used to caution that “the older you get, the faster time travels.” I...

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What’s cooking? Cake pops

This Christmas, Santa delivered a surprise that quickly became the star of our kitchen: a cake pop maker! If you’re wondering what that...

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Local history: The Enoch Brown massacre

Within the confines of a rural park outside Greencastle, local history recalls a brutal attack that occurred 261 years ago. This peaceful place...

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Local elections matter, and you’re in charge

FRANKLIN COUNTY – Can a free people govern themselves?  That was the great experiment launched by our Founding Fathers.  There were a lot...

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Sniff notes: Over feeding

I have a request. We’ve had a number of stray animals brought to the shelter over the years who have been in bad...

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Caring for our healthcare team, so they can care for you

By John Massimilla, WellSpan Health vice president, and president, WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital   Providing exceptional health care for our friends and neighbors in the...

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Unique Pennsylvania: Exploring the Number 9 Coal Mine

The geology of Pennsylvania coal and its impact on the state’s culture and history are safely explored at the Number 9 Coal Mine...

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What’s cooking? Macarons

Well, May 13 was my 38th birthday, and my kids wanted to make me my favorite dessert: macarons. I’ll admit, I’ve always heard...

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Local history: Restored Frick power plant provides a glimpse into the golden age of industry

When George Frick started his fledgling business enterprise in 1853, he likely didn’t envision his engineering talents would someday benefit customers all over...

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