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September 28, 2026

Hit & Run

On 09/24/26, CPD took a report for a Hit and Run that occurred at 3:58 hours in front of 59 N Main Street. The striking vehicle, a silver Honda Civic

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Hit-and-Run

On 09/18/2026 at approximately 1229 hours, CPD was dispatched to the 400 block of E King St for a hit-and-run. CPD made contact with the victim, who stated that someone

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Criminal Mischief

On 9/20/2026 at 11:05 AM, CPD officers were dispatched to the intersection of S Fifth Ave and Highland Ave for a criminal mischief. Upon arrival, Officers observed that a blue

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James C. Roach 1943-2026

Following his federal retirement, Jim spent a decade working with the Adams County Chamber of Commerce’s Business-Education Partnership.

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Merle A. Ritchey 1940-2026

Merle rarely put herself first. She was always willing to give her time, attention, and love to others, often putting their needs ahead of her own.

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Meritus Care Caller Program Marks Five Years

Meritus Health’s Care Caller program has reached its five-year milestone. The program connects volunteers with community members through regular phone calls to reduce loneliness and social isolation. According to Meritus

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Theft of Bicycle

On 09/27/2026, the Chambersburg Police Department took a report of a theft that occurred in the 100 block of Lincoln Way W. The victim reported that his black BMX bicycle

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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.