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Auto Body Garage Destroyed by Fire in Mount Holly Springs

An auto body garage in Mount Holly Springs Borough was destroyed Wednesday afternoon after a fire broke out at Bretzmans Garage, located at 1 Stuart Street.

According to the Cumberland County Department of Safety, firefighters arrived to find flames coming through the roof of the building. The garage was open at the time of the fire, but no injuries were reported.

Officials said the building is a total loss. Crews are expected to remain on scene for demolition of the remaining structure.

The Pennsylvania State Police Fire Marshal is investigating the cause of the fire.

Responding agencies included Citizens Fire Company, Union Fire Company, Carlisle Fire & Rescue Company 45, Monroe Fire Company, New Kingstown Fire Company, Friendship Hose Company, and the Pennsylvania State Police at Carlisle.

Runaway Juvenile

On 11/05/26 at 0725 hours, Spencer Newman ran away from his residence. Newman is 5’9, 125 pounds, white male, brown eyes, brown hair and was last seen wearing a brown

Fred Allen Blocher 1943-2026

Fred Allen Blocher, 83, of Gardners, PA passed away Saturday, October 24 2026 at his home. Born October 19, 1943 in Gettysburg, he was the son of the late Fred

Frank Charles Henry 1945-2026

Born January 4, 1945 in Washington, D.C., Frank was an avid Civil War enthusiast who loved to share his knowledge with others.

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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.

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