Obituaries

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Scott D Hammond 1968-2023

Scott worked as a painter. He later worked as a correctional officer for the State of Maryland, in the freight industry and as a security guard.

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Kelby Ryan Lester 1999-2023

Kelby enjoyed snowboarding, kayaking, hiking, and driving, but there was nothing Kelby loved more than his faithful dog, Penelope, also known as “P”.

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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.