Staff Report

Mr. Ringenary was a graduate of Waynesboro Area Senior High School and later served in the United States Air Force for several years. During his time in the service he was stationed in Korea.

He was a farmer in his younger days and worked at Frick Co., Waynesboro for 12 years. He retired from Mack Truck in Hagerstown, MD in 1984, after 24 years.

He will be remembered as an avid Washington Nationals and Philadelphia Phillies fan. He also enjoyed golf and keeping up with his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren.

Franklin County’s Election Board has answered some important questions to help local voters navigate Tuesday’s primary.

Pennsylvania far surpassed most of our neighbors in the number of deaths at nursing homes and long-term care facilities.

Three F&M Trust employees graduated from Leadership Franklin County (LFC). The graduation, held in a virtual format, took place May 14.

He starts his new job at Wilson July 1, replacing David Boisvert. Boisvert served as an interim vice president in the role for three years.

Esther attended grade school at Oak Grove and graduated from Shippensburg High School in 1953. After graduating from business school, she worked for the private sector. Later she worked for the Department of State in Washington D.C. and retired from the Forest Service in Portland OR.

She was a member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church, the AMVETS Post 224, and the Democratic Women’s Club of Chambersburg. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Charles was a lifelong farmer, working on the family farm. He later worked at Mutual Inspection Bureau, Harrisburg. He was an avid hunter and fisherman.

Anna retired from the Stanley Company after 31 years of employment. She was a member of the Orrstown United Brethren Church.

Nancy was a homemaker throughout her life, but she also spent some time working outside the home, as a caregiver.

He was an dedicated fisherman and loved to play computer games. He was an avid fan of the group NoFX, the Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies.

Small business owners across the state have grappled with the distinction between essential and nonessential businesses – and the impact it could have in the months ahead.

Sue’s family meant absolutely everything to her and her biggest desire was that her children and grandchildren would be good and loving people.

For 35 years, Jeff served the community and advanced the mission of the local health system. A bench bearing his name in front of Waynesboro Hospital now honors his legacy.

Phyllis A. Baldner, 78, of Greencastle, Pennsylvania passed away May 22, 2020 at the Shook Home. She was...

Mrs. Duff enjoyed reading, sitting on her sun porch, watching birds, and making bandages and calendars to be sent to Africa for church missionaries.

Super heroes are all around us. They can be found in hospitals, or even on playgrounds and in kindergarten classrooms.

Gerald spent most of his adult life as a dairy farmer. He also worked at Lehman’s Egg Service in Greencastle, PA, and at JLG in Shippensburg, from where he retired in 2011.

Private graveside services will be held in Mount Zion Cemetery, Quincy, PA with Pastor Frank Kocek officiating.

Gentle, sensitive, and empathetic, he always had a warm smile for everyone he met. James loved his family very much, including his sidekick canine companion, Radar.

Bessie Joyce (Funk) Schaff Bessie Joyce Schaff, 79, of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania passed away May 18, 2020 at home...

Democratic and Republican legislators disagree about what options the governor would have if such a resolution reached his desk.

Chambersburg’s JROTC cadets are on a roll. In what has already been a banner year for the Chambersburg Area...

“Don’t waste a good crisis.” Attributed to Rahm Emanuel, former Chicago mayor and Chief-of-Staff to President Barack Obama, one of the...

Rev. Craig LeRoy Harris Reverend Craig LeRoy Harris, 58, of Chambersburg and formerly of Carlisle, passed away on...

Betty Lohr served the Lord through the local church throughout her adult life. She taught Sunday School, directed the choir and played the piano at Wheaton Woods Baptist Church and then Ashton Baptist Church. She was in the hand bell choir at McLean Bible Church. She was a member of the Chambersburg Baptist Church.

John was a Technical Illustrator/Computer Specialist before his retirement. He will be remembered for his kindness, his humor, his devotion, and compassion.

Here is what led to the current fight between the Republican-led General Assembly and our Democratic governor as to which businesses can reopen.

“ We do not have a functional state government. Gerrymandering reform would be a big step forward to end this dysfunction.“ ... Letter from Fair Districts PA

Mrs. Smith was a homemaker who enjoyed crafts, camping, and attending flea markets.

She enjoyed dancing, mowing, gardening, watching birds and showing & raising her prize-winning Dwarf Rabbits.

Frances R. (Roll) Mills Frances R. (Roll)  Mills, 98, of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania  passed away peacefully at home...

Michael A. Manning Sr. Michael A. Manning Sr. , 58, of Chambersburg,  Pennsylvania  passed away May 14, 2020 ...

Mike was a 1974 graduate of James Buchanan High School. He retired from World Kitchen in Greencastle, the former Corning Glass Works. Mike served in the United States Navy from 1977 to 1981.

Franklin County will get direct funding of over $156,000 to help local needs such as food and shelter shortages.

Nearly 50 local businesses, individuals, and organizations have contributed to the milk drop, making 5,000 gallons of milk available.

Gov. Tom Wolf followed through on his promise to veto House Bill 2412 on Tuesday. Less than an hour later, he issued guidance that will allow real estate transactions to resume.

Starting May 23, the open-air site at 50 N. Main St. in downtown Chambersburg will be open, rain or shine, from 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays through Nov. 21.