Guest Post by Hytham Almulla Fentanyl, the clandestinely manufactured synthetic opioid that is 50 times more potent than heroin, is not only driving one of the worst public health crises
It’s that time of year again. Belts expand. Snow falls. And fields are alive with the sound of hunters. At our house, we look forward to the anticipated gathering of
Anyone who has ever listened to Bob Marley knows what “One Love” means. He was one of the best musicians ever but, at the same time, he tried to get
I hate to say that “I told you so”, but……I told you so. In my column of October 21st, entitled, “The Campaign Based on Hate is Faltering “, I wrote
I am a hunter. I especially enjoy groundhog hunting. Killing groundhogs helps farmers who could break a tractor’s axle by running over a large groundhog hole. It also helps equestrians
I have been involved in politics since high school. In fact my introduction to politics came at a meeting 55 years ago at Murray Kauffman’s home. Murray passed away some
It’s almost over! In a few days, we won’t have to put up with the endless TV ads, the countless political text messages coming to our smart phones, and the
I have been active in politics my entire life beginning in high school. Experience has taught me a lot. I have made more than a few mistakes, but I have
Some time ago I went to the UPS Office in Chambersburg. I wanted to ship “I love you” presents for my grown children who are located $85.16 in shipping charges
Dear Editor, I am writing to express my strong support for the re-election of Pennsylvania State Treasurer Stacy Garrity. As a decorated 30-year combat veteran, Stacy has brought her leadership
Anyone who has spent anytime watching the media for the past few months since Joe Biden “stepped down” as the Democrat presidential candidate has heard the familiar refrain about the
I am 40 years old, times two. I have lived a life that some people might think is charmed, while others closer to me understand how and why my life
Submitted by: Dr. Jill Sunday Bartoli Why is 99 cents for 18 eggs so attractive? Duh—it’s the economy. I don’t think I’m the only one in my Carlisle neighborhood who
By Dwight D. Weidman We just had another assassination attempt on the life of President Trump, the second such attempt in just over two months. This time, an alert Secret
Submission By Tim O’Neal The Democrats’ drift to embrace California-style leftism should worry Pennsylvanians not just for what it has done to the party nationally, but for what it might
Open Letter sent to Shapiro from Richard George Dear Governor Shapiro: My brother and I have spent the last 60 years building a family-oriented golf course, the South Mountain Golf
Submitted by Mary Alleman I am so grateful for the recreation opportunities available in our local area. My children, ages 5 and 7, have enrolled in classes offered through the
By Dwight D. Weidman If you put all of the kooky conspiracy theories aside, one thing about the attempted assassination of Donald Trump becomes crystal clear: years of hateful rhetoric
Written by Dwight WeidmanI hardly ever waste my time watching Presidential debates. A debate performance by any candidate won’t make a bit of difference in how I will cast my
Submitted by a Path Valley resident. When spring comes to southern Pennsylvania’s idyllic Path Valley, it’s misted in bright green hues that roll in soft waves between the flowing mountain
Opinion Submission by Dwight Weidman The recent primary election was a bit of a yawner here in Franklin County, with around one in five voters having the gumption to get
Submitted by Gabby Tucked away between Tuscarora, Knob, and Kittatiny Mountains lies the picturesque expanse of fertile fields and rolling hills known as Path Valley. A close knit community comprised
by Dwight D. Weidman It’s difficult enough to get the truth out to people regarding politics, but when candidates and news outlets hide or twist the ruth to fit their
Submitted by: C D’Cruz, CEO of Superluminal Medicines and a resident of Mercersburg. In our area, healthcare can be tough to come by. Hospitals are expensive, and they’re not always
Submitted By: Dwight Weidman Well, another day, another Special Counsel investigation completed. This time, the investigation concerns President Biden’s unlawful possession and mishandling of classified documents. The Special Counsel appointed in
“History Doesn’t Repeat Itself, but It Often Rhymes” is a quote attributed to Mark Twain, and it suggests that although historical events may not occur in exactly the same way,
Submitted By: Dwight D. Weidman If there is one thing that the Trump revolution has shown about today’s Republican voters, it’s that they are tired of being given “business as
Submitted by: James Sikorski Jr. On September 18. 2023 the Pennsylvania Senate Transportation Committee held a hearing on automated traffic enforcement. When you hear the elected officials endorsing cameras, rather
Submitted by Harold L. Wissinger, Franklin County Controller Franklin County is blessed to have several unique gems within its borders. I believe one of those gems is the South Mountain
Submitted by: Tom Rymsza Chambersburg School Board District 7 candidate Mike Hayduk announces plans to address bullying. Said candidate Hayduk, “When I talk to middle and high school students, the
If the legislators of Pa. cannot trust each other, they should resign and let someone else take their place. Talk to each other! Vouchers, why? Public education was excellent in
Submitted by Sydney Schmus Being from a rural town, I have the opportunity to see some of the most stunning wildlife all around me. I often listen to my dog
Submitted by Robin Agerton The status of trans youth is the rallying cry some Republicans, Moms for Liberty and the ‘Take Back our Schools’ PAC uses to excite their evangelical
I write to you in response to the recent announcement of Pennsylvania receiving $1.16 billion from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act for the expansion of high-speed internet access. While
Submitted by Jim Malliard, Franklin County Resident As a parent of two children in Pennsylvania, I have seen firsthand the benefits of school choice and cyber charters. My son, who
Opinion Submission by Dwight D. Weidman The recent indictment of Donald J. Trump on a multitude of federal charges is, in my view, the latest of an incremental effort to
Submitted by Susan Spicka, Education Voters of PA More than $3.4 million spent on advertising over a 3-month period. Over $75,000 spent on tickets, parking, and concessions for Major League
Submitted by Sage Anderson As Pride Month takes center stage in our communities, it is essential that we reflect on the unintended consequences of this annual celebration. While the intention
Submitted by Robert Wertime, Greencastle, PA In late March, Pennsylvania Department of Revenue informed businesses statewide that the Pennsylvania Business TeleFile System (Telefile) will be terminated on December 31, 2023.
Submitted by Harrison Fairbanks, Retired Economist In the world of economics and finance, defaults are typically dreaded, with a cloud of economic downturn and financial collapse trailing not far behind.
