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Juvenile Hospitalized After Targeted Shooting in Chambersburg

On the evening of January 31st, Chambersburg police responded to an incident involving gun violence at the intersection of West Catherine Street and Water Street. The call came in around 11:46 p.m., following reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, officers discovered that a juvenile had been shot in what is being described as a targeted attack.

The victim was promptly transported to a local hospital for medical treatment. As of now, details regarding the juvenile’s current health status remain undisclosed by authorities.

Chambersburg police are investigating the shooting but believe this was an isolated incident, asserting that there is no imminent threat to the community at large. They are urging anyone with information related to this crime to come forward and contact the Chambersburg Police Department at 717-264-4131 to assist with the ongoing investigation.

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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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.