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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Sniff notes: Living like a cat in 2026

Well, here we are at the beginning of 2026. I have to tell you, when I was a kid, even thinking about the...

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2026 resolutions? Try Ben Franklin’s ‘Virtues’

Many years ago, I read the book, “Benjamin Franklin, an American life“ by Walter Isaacson. It was a fascinating book about one of...

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Local history: Historic hotels of Franklin County

When most people think about historic hotels, their first thoughts are of the spooky kind. Paranormal research has put these restful locations at...

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Sniff notes: Gratitude fuels furry friends’ futures

Over the last few weeks, I have really come to realize how important it is to say thank you. Gratitude is so critical...

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Maybe Christmas doesn’t come from a store

You know I couldn’t sleep very well last night, started in bed and ended up in my easy chair before my feet hit...

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Chambersburg will never forget the name Nitterhouse

CHAMBERSBURG- Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1599 is named after World War I veteran Charles Nitterhouse, but who was the man? He is remembered as...

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Comments now offered in ‘Voices’ section

In the spirit of fostering deeper connections within our communities we are now offering you the opportunity to make yourself heard in our Voices...

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Sniff notes: Kitten finds Christmas spirit

You know what’s fun? A Christmas tree. I mean, it’s really fun. The branches are wide enough that my paws fit perfectly and...

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Foot Notes: A holiday gift request

When I was a younger adult with more energy and less money, I made the splash to get a bicycle. It was an...

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In a world where you can be anything – Be kind!

I wonder what this world would be like if we had only one responsibility and duty ~ Be Kind. Kindness is defined as...

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