An Amish woman and three children thrown from a buggy hit by a truck this afternoon were taken by helicopter to regional trauma centers. The
Frigid, bitter cold weather is expected in Central Pennsylvania into the weekend; avoid being outside for lengthy periods.
Fighting hunger is once again the goal of the United Way of Franklin County. They are starting their annual Winter Food Drive and also collecting
The program provides direct funding to organizations to assist in addressing the social determinants of health and barriers to positive health outcomes.
If you have been hearing all of the news about what you need to do to file your taxes, then your next question may be,
Winter storm Izzy left between 2 1/2 to 4 inches or snow and ice behind last night but as a Nor’Easter fell short of records as far as winter storms go.
“How to Sustain Peace in Your Life” is the subject of this week’s Bible study by Pastor Mike Sanders. Pastor Mike will be reading in
The women’s basketball team resumed conference play against the Rosemont College Ravens. The Phoenix women’s basketball team (6-5, 5-1 CSAC) beat the Ravens (2-9, 2-5 CSAC).
Roommates can be tricky things. I’ve had rather good luck with them in my life. I recently got back in touch with one of my
A major winter storm named Izzy could bring a mess of snow, ice and wind to South Central Pennsylvania over the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend.
Renovations that will turn Chambersburg’s old Town Hall building on South Second Street into modern police headquarters start this year.
Repairs begin soon to the iconic downtown fountain, but they won’t be finished in time for Chambersburg’s mid-winter IceFest celebration.
In anticipation of the upcoming snowy conditions, cold temperatures and high winds, vehicle travel restrictions are expected. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and Pennsylvania
Today it was announced that the physicians and staff at Chambersburg Gastroenterology Associates (CGA) have joined WellSpan Health. This will expand access to expert care
If you have an older 3G cellular phone, The Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) and Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) are urging residents with older cell
The Pennsylvania State Police have announced that they seized over $72,000,000 in illegal drugs last year. Over 9.5 million dollars worth of cocaine, heroin, fentanyl,
Chambersburg citizens can attend Borough Council meetings using the Zoom platform for another six weeks, then they must attend in person.
The ambassador group of the Cumberland Valley Business Alliance gave back at the end of December by hosting the Angel Tree Project. Various gifts were
PennDOT driver license and photo centers are closing in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday Saturday through Monday.
AARP’s Tax Aide program is back, with some changes but the same ability to help senior citizens and low-income residents complete and file 2021 taxes.
IceFest was established in 2003 to help the community combat the winter blues is entering its 20th incarnation. On January 27th through the 30th, more
Veterans in Greencastle-Antrim will be honored through Hometown Heroes banners that will be put on display throughout the Borough. If you know a serviceman or
Ship’s women’s basketball team couldn’t hold onto a double-digit halftime lead Monday, falling 66-51 to the Kutztown Golden Bears.
The Legislative Reapportionment Commission has proposed dissolving the district (82nd) that serves Fannett, Metal, and St. Thomas townships in Franklin County. Representative John Hershey has
“How to Sustain Peace in Your Life” is the subject of this week’s Bible study by Pastor Mike Sanders. Pastor Mike will be reading in
Gettysburg, PA was filled with people in support of Doug Mastriano in his announcement to run for the governor of Pennsylvania on Saturday afternoon.
Freezing rain that started early this morning has already made local roads slick. A winter weather advisory remains in effect until 1 p.m.
Saturday, January the 8th, The Wilson College Phoenix tipped off against the Keystone College Giants in their first game back from winter break. The Phoenix
PennDOT urges motorists to avoid travel this weekend if possible. Use caution, reduce speeds and be aware of changing weather conditions.
A two-vehicle crash on Black Gap Road this morning sent one of the drivers to a regional trauma center. The driver’s condition is unknown.
Brace yourself for the first serious snowfall of this winter season and get your snowblowers ready for this winter’s first major storm.
At Monday night’s biennial organizational meeting, the Chambersburg Borough Council updated its COVID policies.
A fatal crash in Hamilton Township claimed the life of an 84-year-old Chambersburg man Wednesday afternoon. Franklin County Coroner Jeff Conner pronounced Bruce R. Morton
The newly sworn in Chambersburg Borough Council unanimously voted to extend the deadline to complete the purchase of the Southgate Shopping Center to March 1. The addendum provides extra time for the council to perform due diligence regarding the transaction.
A ribbon-cutting at noon today at the 11/30 Visitors Center recognized Vicky Taylor and her lifetime achievements in local journalism. Both the Cumberland Valley Business
As many of you are aware, on January 1, 2022, the Franklin County Free Press was transferred to Neil Publishing LLC, a business of Nathan
Allen Coffman is Chambersburg’s new Borough Council president, replacing Alice Elia during a reorganizational meeting Monday night.
Franklin County’s youth can learn about the leadership during a free virtual Zoom information session at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 10.
Fellow employees describe Sites as passionate about serving the community and committed to making a positive impact on those around him.
Pennings was recognized for her ability to juggle multiple projects, adjust her priorities, face adversity head on with a positive attitude.
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