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Franklin Fire Company Receives $75,000 for New Engine

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Franklin Fire Company No. 4 has received a $75,000 donation from the Brake family to help fund a new Pierce engine. The engine will replace one of the company’s two 22-year-old engines.

The company’s announcement highlighted the Harold L. Brake & Dolores K. Brake Legacy Fund, administered by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities. The fund supports nonprofit organizations or fiscal sponsors working to preserve rural life in St. Thomas, Peters and Hamilton townships in Franklin County.

The fund was established through the estate of Harold L. Brake, a longtime St. Thomas resident. The fire company also recognized his grandson, Charlie Brake, and the Brake family for their continued community support.

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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