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Christmas in August? Santa Comes to Chambersburg!

The festive spirit of Christmas will arrive early in Chambersburg this year with a special “Christmas in August” event at The Floor Trader Outlet. Scheduled for August 20th, from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM, this unique celebration invites the community to bring their children, pets, or just themselves to meet Santa Claus.

The event will be held at The Floor Trader Outlet located at 393 Beddington Blvd., Chambersburg, PA 17201. Attendees will not only get the chance to meet Santa but will also receive a photograph of the encounter via email, and a special goody bag. In addition, there will be a 15% discount on all stock items at the outlet during the event.

This early Christmas celebration provides a wonderful opportunity for families to capture a unique holiday photo for their Christmas cards, well ahead of the busy holiday season. Don’t miss out on this festive and fun event for all ages and even your furry friends!

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.

Who We Are

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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