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March 12, 2025

Barry A. Mellott 1953-2025

Barry retired from JLG Industries, McConnellsburg, PA, after many years of service. He was an avid outdoorsman. He also enjoyed hunting and woodworking.

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Glenda J. Mellott 1950-2025

Glenda had many passions throughout her life, with a deep love for the outdoors. She was an avid scrapbooker, capturing memories that would last a lifetime.

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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.