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Franklin County Celebrates 240th Anniversary

Today marks the 240th anniversary of the founding of Franklin County, Pennsylvania. Officially established on September 9, 1784, Franklin County was formed from part of Cumberland County during the late years of the Revolutionary War.

Local residents had petitioned the Pennsylvania Assembly for the creation of a new county, arguing that the distance to Carlisle for business and legal affairs was too great. In response, the Assembly appointed Jacob Rush, Robert Coleman, and Colonel Edward McPherson to draft legislation for a new county. They named it in honor of Benjamin Franklin.

The act passed by the Pennsylvania Assembly designated “Chamber’s Town” as the county seat, ensuring that it would serve as the central location for the county’s legal and administrative functions. Today, Franklin County commemorates its rich history and its formation as a tribute to one of America’s founding fathers.

Photo credits to Franklin County, PA

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

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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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