Homer J. Lynch Sr. 1937-2025
Early in life, Homer worked at Mellott’s Quarry in Warfordsburg, PA, and later a machine operator for James River in Chambersburg, PA until he retired.
Early in life, Homer worked at Mellott’s Quarry in Warfordsburg, PA, and later a machine operator for James River in Chambersburg, PA until he retired.
Lillian was a member of Crider’s United Brethren Church. In earlier years, she worked alongside her husband on their dairy farm.
Judy was active in The Child Evangelism Ministry, hosting and teaching Good New Club in her home for years.
Edna taught French and English at the Chambersburg Area Senior High School for twenty six years, and was a French teacher at Ashley Hall, Charleston, SC.
Jeanne was employed as the dietary manager at the former Falling Spring Nursing Home. She loved her animals and supported many different shelters.
A Maryland man has been arrested in Franklin County in connection with a series of retail thefts from Sportsman’s Warehouse in Chambersburg. According to Pennsylvania State Police, Bradley Trostel, 43,
Cumberland Valley School of Music (CVSM) Community Symphonic Band will present a Memorial Day Concert on Monday, May 26 at 7:30 PM at the Memorial Park Bandshell. (Storm location: CASHS Auditorium-
More than 70 fourth- through eighth-grade students representing eight school districts in Adams, Franklin and York counties recently competed in the Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12’s Math 24 Competition, a daylong

Shippensburg University junior shortstop Caitlyn Martell was named to the 2025 Division II Conference Commissioners Association (D2CCA) All-Atlantic Region First Team. This marks Martell’s third consecutive All-Region selection and her

Shippensburg University has appointed Hannah Marsteller as its full-time assistant softball coach following a national search. Marsteller served as a student assistant coach during the 2024 preseason and the 2024–25
The Franklin County Visitors Bureau invites the public to stop by the 11/30 Visitors Center, 15 South Main, to explore the story of the Salvation Army in a display of
Two Pennsylvania State Police troopers were evaluated at a local hospital after a crash involving two patrol vehicles Monday night in Guilford Township. The crash occurred around 8:15 p.m. on
A Touch-A-Truck event will be held Saturday, June 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the parking lot shared by the St. Thomas Fire Company and the St. Thomas
Wilson College is currently accepting applications and portfolios for its low-residency Master of Fine Arts (MFA) program for Fall 2025. The two-year program offers multiple concentrations and is designed to
WellSpan Evangelical Community Hospital and WellSpan Waynesboro Hospital have been recognized as 2025 Outstanding Patient Experience Award recipients in a recent Healthgrades ranking. This distinction places the hospitals in the
Franklin County has surpassed 20,000 acres of preserved farmland following the purchase of a 114-acre agricultural easement in Peters Township. The property, owned by Daniel and Amy Hershberger, was secured
A young boy is currently hospitalized at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center after experiencing six seizures in one day, the last of which left him unresponsive and
Three former mechanics at a Valvoline Instant Oil Change on East High Street in Carlisle have been charged following an investigation into fraudulent vehicle inspections. On May 1, 2025, Valvoline
A house fire on South Hanover Street in Carlisle Borough displaced seven people and sent one person to the hospital Tuesday morning. The fire was reported around 7:45 a.m. at
As if managing payroll, taxes, and compliance wasn’t already enough, 2025 brings a fresh batch of state-level reporting requirements for business owners. Whether you operate in Maryland, Pennsylvania, or West
Good morning, Franklin County! Here’s your local weather forecast to help you plan the week ahead. 🌧️ Today – Tuesday, May 13 Expect a cooler day with periods of rain,