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Local Government

Washington County government offices closed for Presidents’ Day

HAGERSTOWN – Washington County Government offices will be closed Monday, Feb. 16, in observance of Presidents’ Day, with several services operating on modified...

Local Government

Carrie Gray named Franklin County January Employee of the Month

CHAMBERSBURG – The Franklin County Commissioners presented the January Employee of the Month award to Carrie Gray during the board’s Feb. 11 public...

Entertainment

Revolutionary trivia teams to compete in Old Jail/Barrel House event

CHAMBERSBURG – The Old Jail in Chambersburg is set to host a local event in collaboration with the Barrel House in celebration of America’s 250th.   On Sunday, Feb. 22, from 1-5 p.m., Revolutionary era...

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Friends of Legal Services announces 2026 sale dates

CHAMBERSBURG – The Friends of Legal Services Book Sale, an annual fundraiser supporting Franklin County Legal Services, is now accepting donations for its...

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Want to join a parade? Celebrate 250 years at EPIC Franklin County event

CHAMBERSBURG – Everyone loves a parade, and area residents have a chance to join in one–or just watch! Franklin County, Pennsylvania will celebrate...

Sports

Area school sports Feb. 9-14

Waynesboro Area Senior High and Middle School Monday, Feb. 9 Unified Coed Bocce, Waynesboro at Chambersburg, 3:30 p.m. Junior Varsity Boys Basketball, Chambersburg...

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Internet tips from the 2026 Almanack

HAGERSTOWN – LocalNews1 has partnered with The Hagerstown Town and Country Almanack to bring you a story every Monday taken from current or past editions...

School News

Greencastle hosts puppet event for tots

GREENCASTLE- The Greencastle-Antrim School District is partnering with the Lillian S. Besore Memorial Library to host a free puppet show for the community’s...

School News

Franklin County opens 2026 nursing scholarship

CHAMBERSBURG – Franklin County Commissioners have announced that applications for the 2026 Franklin County Nursing Scholarship are now available.  The scholarship program provides financial assistance to...

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Entertainment

Families brave cold for sledding adventure

On one of the coldest days of the season, about 25 people bundled up and headed to Memorial Park in Waynesboro for a...

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