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August 25, 2025

Charlee J. Crone 1959-2025

In the tapestry of life Charlee wove, she stood out as a genuine soul, touching the lives of many with her infectious spirit and unwavering love.

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Hagerstown Police Seek Missing Woman

The Hagerstown Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating 21-year-old Cathrine Statum. Statum is described as 5 feet 4 inches tall, weighing 160 pounds. She was last seen

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Four Shot at Hagerstown Bar Overnight

Police are investigating a shooting that left four people injured at a bar in Hagerstown early Sunday morning. According to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded around 2:15 a.m.

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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.