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July 15, 2026

Fraud

On 07/12/2026 at 10:12 am, CPD took a report of an access device fraud. The reporting person informed dispatch that a male entered his store, and paid with several fraudulent

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Hit and Run

On 6/8/2026 at 10:13 pm, CPD officers were dispatched to the parking lot of Fort Chambersburg Park for a hit-and-run. Upon arrival, officers located a 2004 Ford F-150 with extensive

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Hagerstown Police Announce Promotions

The Hagerstown Police Department announced several recent promotions and assignments within the agency. Jesse Duffey was promoted from sergeant to lieutenant and will serve as lieutenant of the Patrol Division.

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Theft

On 07/02/2026 at 942 am, CPD took a report for a theft. The reporting party informed CPD that a black male wearing white shorts and a tank top, had taken

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Retail Theft

On 7/13/2026, CPD responded to the Sheetz located at 1 Monticello Ct for a report of a theft.  Upon further investigation, it was determined a white female left the store

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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.