Guy W. Etter Jr. 1940-2026
Mr. Etter retired after 27 years as a diesel mechanic for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.
Mr. Etter retired after 27 years as a diesel mechanic for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.
A proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Warren served valiantly in Vietnam, earning the respect and admiration of all who knew him.
Elmer worked in Plumbing and Heating as well as Maintenance field. He was always eager to help people. He loved spending time with the family.
Susan enjoyed dancing, all kinds of parties, spending time with friends, and volunteering for numerous organizations.

A total of 141 Shippensburg University student-athletes were selected to the 2025-26 Eastern Athletic Communications Association Academic Honor Roll. To qualify, student-athletes must have a cumulative grade-point average of at
The SASD Music Boosters will hold a fundraiser Wednesday, Aug. 5, at Route 696 Arrogas Grille House and Sports Bar. Customers who present a printed fundraiser voucher while purchasing lunch
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has awarded $38 million in Green Light-Go grants to 86 municipalities for projects designed to improve traffic safety, reduce congestion and improve traffic flow. Since
Emma enjoyed square dancing with the Shippen Squares, trips to the beach and spending time with her nieces and nephews.
Miss Dingle was a lover of sports, whether playing her favorite game of golf or watching tennis on TV.
The Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter (CVAS) was recently awarded a $35,000 grant from the West Penn Energy Fund (WPEF), to better optimize its energy use and improve the efficiency of
Berg Brewing Company has earned a Silver Medal at the 2026 U.S. Beer Open Championship for its Le Crème Cream Ale, marking the brewery’s first national brewing award as it
Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced the launch of the Pennsylvania Treasury Department’s Financial Education Hub, which provides financial literacy resources in one location. The hub includes information from state and
The Franklin County Career and Technology Center has welcomed two new career and technical education instructors. Lane Hykes will serve as an HVAC instructor, and Chasity Unger will serve as
As students return to school, drivers can expect increased traffic from school buses, pedestrians and bicyclists. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is reminding motorists to slow down in school
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help locating Josias Wenitte Apiou, 24. Apiou was last seen at approximately 4 p.m. Aug. 1 near the Dollar General
The Hagerstown Police Department began its Junior Police Academy this week for seventh- and eighth-grade participants. On the first day, students toured the police station, including the Real-Time Information Center,
The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office recognized several personnel changes on Tuesday, Aug. 4. Deputy Sheriff Luke Brown was promoted to field operations corporal. Steven Moreland was sworn in as a
Meritus Health has been awarded a $651,000 grant from the Maryland Community Health Resources Commission to help address chronic diseases among older adults and people with disabilities in the community.
The Franklin County Area Development Corporation has filed comments with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission regarding a proposed transmission line project. According to the Coalition to Protect Franklin County, the
Several WellSpan hospitals have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report in its 2026-2027 Best Hospitals rankings, highlighting the health system’s strength in key areas of care including cardiovascular services,
The Board of Directors of the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association is pleased to announce the appointment of Patrick Carney as the new executive director of the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association, effective August
Photo and information obtained from West End Fire & Rescue Company The Shippensburg fire departments received the state fire prevention award during last month’s fire advisory board meeting. Following the
Meritus Health is seeking volunteers to assist patients and visitors at several locations. Volunteer opportunities are currently available at the welcome desk at the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine, the
Meritus Health will hold its annual Cancer Survivor Day on Saturday, Aug. 8, at Meritus Park, 50 W. Baltimore St. in Hagerstown. The event will recognize local cancer survivors and

The Shippensburg Area School District will use a staggered start schedule for kindergarten students on Aug. 20 and 21. Kindergarten students with last names beginning with A through K will
The idea of purchasing an RV through your business and writing off the cost has become a popular topic among entrepreneurs. While the tax law does allow an RV to
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Franklin County can expect mostly sunny skies Tuesday before daily chances for showers and thunderstorms return beginning Wednesday. Today — Tuesday, August 4 Mostly sunny skies are expected in Chambersburg,