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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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SNIFF NOTES: Second chance fund saves lives at CVAS

I was reminded this week how much this shelter works to help the animals who come in to us. We have had two...

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LOCAL HISTORY: 50 years ago – tragedy, tribulation & triumph in 1975

A half-century ago, 1975 unfolded as an emotional roller coaster of unforgettable events that spurred local, regional and national headlines. That historic year marked the ending of a divisive and deadly war, and also witnessed constant incidents of criminal chaos and political intrigue. However, 1975 also exhibited...

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Foot Notes: Evening the score

It’s hard to believe it’s been nearly 25 years since the last time I raced against Bryon. It was a race that didn’t...

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LOCAL HISTORY: The poison pen of Smithsburg

Editor’s Introduction: The “Potomac Street Irregulars” is a study group sponsored by the Antietam Historical Association. They research and discuss crime in local history. Their name is derived from the...

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SNIFF NOTES: Cabin Fever Music Fest

Okay, you all, the Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter is gearing up for our Cabin Fever Music Fest on March 1, and if you...

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Buyer beware: the NFL is fooling you

Alright, all you lovers of the National Football League. You’ve been warned. The NFL is not a sport. I repeat, the NFL is...

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DINING OUT: Michaux Brewing Company

If you’re heading east out of Waynesboro on Route 16, be sure to stop in at Michaux Brewing Company to wet your whistle...

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LOCAL HISTORY: Historical group honors the autograph – keepsakes linked to individual identities

Every adult has a signature. Many people once practiced penmanship, hoping to create a stylish and unique written moniker. However, that individual scrawl is seldom elevated to a status beyond a simple recording of a first and last name. Only...

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SNIFF NOTES: Woman’s life changed by rescue dog on ordinary Tuesday

The realization hits her on a random Tuesday night while she’s binge watching Modern Family. There wasn’t anything really novel about the day....

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