On 02/11/2023, Chambersburg Police Department took Kimberly Ramos Negron into custody for her active arrest warrant through CPD. Ramos Negron was found to be operating
Be sure to have a sober designated driver to get you home safely if your Super Bowl celebration party includes alcohol this weekend.
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that a contractor is scheduled to perform diamond grinding tomorrow night on southbound Interstate 81 about a mile north of Exit
A Monday afternoon head-on two-vehicle crash in St. Thomas Township claimed two lives and injured a third, according to Pennsylvania State Police. The crash happened
Acting Attorney General Michelle Henry today announced the filing of criminal charges against five individuals from Pennsylvania: Marc Brown, of Allegheny County; Raymond Shultz, of Beaver County;
If you have seen the individuals below or have information as to their whereabouts, please notify the Chambersburg Police Department. MAYSONET, RAMON L. Ramon L.
On 01/23/23 the Chambersburg Police Department was dispatched to McDonald’s at 1075 Lincoln Way East for an incident where a customer paid with counterfeit bills.
A 34-year-old Harrisburg man, Anthony Beckem Jr., was convicted by a jury on 20 counts of child sexual abuse on Feb. 1, 2023. The charges
On February 3rd at 2:12 am, two suspects broke the front door glass of The Tobacco Hut and entered the business. The suspects then shattered a
The Chambersburg Police Department has an active arrest warrant for Jarell Cherry for acts involving Kidnapping and Aggravated Assault with a firearm. Anyone with information
Acting Attorney General Michelle Henry and her Office’s Bureau of Consumer Protection issued a warning to Pennsylvanians to be alert for scams when purchasing Super
Acting Attorney General Michelle Henry today announced that Jensun Claycomb of Bedford County was found guilty on charges related to the near death of his then six-month-old
The Waynesboro Police Department took a report where an individual received an email from what was believed to be PayPal. The email advised that their PayPal
On January 31, 2023 the Chambersburg Police Department, along with the Franklin County Drug Task Force, served a search warrant at 162 Kennedy St, Apt. B, after
Jamon Tyrell Walker was arrested on February 1st for failing to register his current address with the PA State Police Megan’s Law Unit, as required
The Greater Chambersburg Chamber Foundation is accepting applications for its nine-month leadership course known as Leadership Franklin County (LFC) Community. The program is designed to
The Pennsylvania State Police announced today it seized approximately $10.3 million in prohibited drugs during the fourth quarter of 2022, bringing to $65.4 million the total
When a manufacturer or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) determines that a vehicle creates an unreasonable risk to safety or fails to meet
On 1/19/2023 at approximately 1450 hours, the Chambersburg Police Department was dispatched to Panera Bread at 979 Norland Avenue for a theft.  Contact was made
A head-on collision took place Friday near Wayne Highway in Franklin County. The accident claimed the life of one man and injured another. A 67-year-old
The Pennsylvania State Police in Carlisle is actively looking for Robert Lee Suders, a 42-year-old man. He is wanted on an arrest warrant for aggravated
A man who allegedly raped, punched, threatened to kill, and attempted to drown a 10 year old girl in Cumberland County has been arrested. The
Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today announced the plea and sentencing of Darvin Kevin McCoy, 36, of Odenton, Maryland, on charges including drug kingpin and supervision
Franklin County Sheriff’s Office K9 Iron will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in
The Franklin County Friends of Legal Services group has scheduled two giant Book Drop-Off Days on Saturday, February 11 and Saturday, March 4, from 9AM
The Chambersburg Police Department announced that it has been recognized for excellence in policy management and training for the third consecutive year by Lexipol, the
Within the past week, the Chambersburg Police Department has responded to two local businesses regarding scam phone calls purporting to be from the Chambersburg Police
The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Troop T announced today it closed a 35-year-old case by identifying the victim of a fatal crash on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Linda
TikTok, a social media platform that allows users to create and share short videos, has become increasingly popular among teens in recent years. While the
There have been several pedestrian accidents in Franklin County recently and in most cases, the driver had the right away. Pedestrians need to be alert,
On 1/10/2023 at approximately 1958 hours, CPD was dispatched to T-Mobile at 450 Gateway Avenue for retail theft. The store manager said two suspects wearing hospital-style masks asked him
The Tide Your Soles ~ Their Souls shoe drive will kick off on Sunday, March 12th and run through Wednesday, May 10th. Gently worn and
Forms for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program are now available for eligible Pennsylvanians to begin claiming rebates on property taxes or rent paid in 2022.
ADULT PROGRAMS Oddities: Authors and Stories (Virtual)Wednesday, February 19:00 – 9:15 AMJoin us virtually on our Facebook page or YouTube channel for our Oddities: Authors
Members were honored and new officers installed at Franklin Fire Company Annual Awards Banquet on Saturday, January 14. The department also honored and remembered, with
Identity theft is a growing concern in today’s digital age. With more and more personal information being shared online, it’s important to take steps to
Embracing policing principles and maintaining fidelity to policing’s six pillars of 21st Century Policing remains important to Chambersburg Police Department as it moves into 2023.
Marion Volunteer Fire Company presented awards to 21 members, plus an entire local family during the recent Company 8 Awards Banquet.
The Washington Township Supervisors announce that the Washington Township Police Department will resume around-the-clock service. The Washington Township Supervisors are announcing that effective January 1,
Shippensburg University graduate student Lauren Pettis (Harrisburg, Pa./Susquehanna Township) was named the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Eastern Division Women’s Basketball Defensive Athlete of the
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