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Retail Theft

Chambersburg Police Department is investigating a retail theft from Target.  Three individuals entered the store and two of the individuals took clothing from the

Disorderly Conduct

The Chambersburg Police are investigating a Disorderly Conduct case which occurred on 10/12/2026 at 8:00 P.M where an individual defecated on a sidewalk at

NHTSA Shares Fall Tire Safety Checklist

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is reminding drivers to check their tires as falling temperatures, wet leaves and morning frost create slick road

Keystone Pediatrics Offers Flu Shots

Keystone Pediatrics has flu shots available at its Chambersburg and Waynesboro locations, according to Keystone Health. Appointments can be scheduled online through the scheduling

Franklin County Sets Transportation Plan Open House

Franklin County will hold a Long-Range Transportation Plan open house Wednesday, Oct. 21, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Franklin County Administration Building, 272 N. Second St., Chambersburg. Representatives

PennDOT Reports 70 Rail Crossing Crashes in 2025

Pennsylvania recorded 70 crashes at rail crossings in 2025, including 22 involving a train, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. PennDOT reminded drivers never to drive around lowered crossing

Hagerstown Seeks Youth Violence Prevention Director

The Hagerstown Police Department announced an opening for executive director of the Youth Violence Prevention Program. The position focuses on community-based leadership, violence prevention and supporting youth well-being in Hagerstown.

Chambersburg Holds First Law Enforcement Torch Run

Law enforcement agencies participated in Chambersburg’s inaugural Law Enforcement Torch Run in support of Special Olympics, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office supported and participated in

Free Press Weather

Weather Update for Franklin County 10/16/2026

Chambersburg will see warm temperatures and possible severe thunderstorms Friday before a sharp cooldown this weekend. Today: Friday, October 16 Expect clouds giving way to some sunshine, with a high

Retail Theft

Chambersburg Police Department is investigating a retail theft from Target.  Three individuals entered the store and two of the individuals took clothing from the Men’s section.  The total amount for

Disorderly Conduct

The Chambersburg Police are investigating a Disorderly Conduct case which occurred on 10/12/2026 at 8:00 P.M where an individual defecated on a sidewalk at the Mike Waters Memorial Park. The

Who We Are

The Franklin County Free Press, established by Vicky Taylor in 2019, emerged as a beacon of local journalism for the residents of Franklin County. Under Vicky's leadership, it quickly became an essential source of news, particularly at a time when major newspaper publications were increasingly overlooking local coverage.

On January 1, 2022, the torch was passed to Nathan Neil and his firm, Neil Publishing, LLC. Neil, a local entrepreneur with multiple thriving businesses in Chambersburg, shares Vicky's fervent commitment to both the community and the world of local journalism.

Rooted in the heart of Franklin County and powered by its residents, the Franklin County Free Press continues to bridge the gap, ensuring that the local stories, events, and issues that matter most to the community remain in the spotlight.