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Fire Crews Respond to Vehicle Accident on L.W.W

Photos and information obtained from M M P & W Volunteer Fire Company

Emergency services rushed to the scene of a vehicle accident on L.W.W. yesterday, following a call reporting a vehicle fire. Upon arrival, Chief 56 of the Fulton Fire Department discovered a trailer tipped onto its side with a man lift engulfed in flames.

Responding units included 9-1 & Chief 9, Ambulance 9-9, Fulton Chief 56, Fulton Engine 56, the Department of Emergency Services (DES), the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), and Dave’s Truck Repair. Efforts to manage the situation and secure the area were promptly initiated by the combined emergency teams.

Further details on the cause of the accident or any injuries sustained are yet to be provided. Authorities are investigating the incident and will provide updates as more information becomes available.

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.

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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.

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