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May 26, 2026

Theft

On 5/25/2026 at approximately 3:00 PM, a white male stole a wallet that was lost in the 500 block of Gateway Ave. Anyone with information regarding the suspect in this

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John G. Gerken 1933-2026

John proudly served in the US Navy. After his military service, he joined the Suffolk County Police Dept (badge 573), retiring after 20 years.

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Ina Grace Barnes 1931-2026

Grace spent her time on a 117-acre farm, planting tomatoes they sold to the H.J. Heinz Company, feeding the animals, and taking care of her children.

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Retail Theft

On 5/25/2026 at 3:09 pm, CPD officers were dispatched to 1056 Wayne Ave: Weis for a reported Retail Theft. Officers made contact with loss prevention, who reported that a male

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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.