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October 14, 2024

Linda Lee Hobbs 1943-2024

Linda enjoyed the time spent with her children and grandchildren and all of their activities and events. She was an avid seamstress, quilter, and crocheter.

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Jack Matthew Sease 1943-2024

Jack was known as a very charismatic guy, but he was also modest and discretely cared for and helped his friends, family, and others whom he knew were in need.

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Parada Arrested by Hagerstown Police

Hagerstown Police arrested 26-year-old Luis Fernando Parada on Friday morning in connection with the rape of two girls. Officers apprehended Parada at Fairgrounds Park following a tip from a citizen.

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Recipe of the Week:  Spaghetti Squash

Looking for a delicious, healthy alternative to pasta? Try Spaghetti Squash! This low-carb, nutrient-packed vegetable is the perfect base for all your favorite sauces and toppings. Once cooked, its tender,

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Missing Person Alert: Kore Byler

The Pennsylvania State Police are searching for Kore Byler, an 82-year-old man from Shippensburg, PA, who has been missing since October 13, 2024. Kore Byler, who has dementia, left home

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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.