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September 22, 2026

Martha Gress 1935-2026

Martha attended Lemasters High School and married James L. Gress. She worked many years at Sagners as a seamstress until they closed.

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Runaway Juvenile

On 09/22/2026, CPD responded to the 300 block of S Main St for a runaway juvenile. Amari Barbour-Reyes ran away from her home on 09/21/2026 at 2240 hours. Amari is

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Accidents involving damage

On 09/16/2026 Chambersburg Police responded to the rear of an address in the 100 block of S Main St for a report of a hit and run after the fact.

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Theft by Unlawful Taking

On 09/12/2026, the Chambersburg Police Department took a report of a theft that occurred in the 300 block of Center St. The victim reported that a pink Mongoose bicycle was

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NHTSA Shares Autumn Driving Safety Tips

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is reminding motorists to make safety a priority during fall travel. Drivers should wear seat belts on every trip and prepare their vehicles for

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Keystone Health Seeks Pediatric Audiologist

Keystone Health is hiring a pediatric audiologist to join its team. The position involves working with an interdisciplinary team of therapists and specialists in a collaborative, family-centered pediatric care environment.

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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.