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February 3, 2026

Runaway Juvenile

On 02/03/2026, CPD officers were dispatched to the unit block of Brumbaugh Ave for a reported runaway juvenile. CPD spoke with a family member who advised that Brandon Ramirez-Velazquez ran

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John M. Ommert 1929-2026

John started his career at Letterkenny Army Depot as a clerk in 1950. He retired as a System Analyst with DESCOM in 1986 after 35 years.

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Found Property

On 02/02/26, the pictured Baltimore Ravens lanyard was located on the sidewalk in the 1000 block of Leidig Dr. The lanyard can be picked up by it’s owner at the

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Local Businesses, Join CASD Workforce Development

The Chambersburg Area School District Workforce Development program is seeking local businesses to participate in work-based learning opportunities for students. Businesses can support students through internships and job shadowing experiences

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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.