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KNOW THY NEIGHBOR SERIES

Megan Shreve, CEO of South Central Community Action Programs (SCCAP), will be the featured speaker for the upcoming “Know Thy Neighbor” event on Tuesday, August 13, at 11:45 a.m. The event will take place at the Presbyterian Church on the square in Chambersburg. Lunch will be served, and attendees are encouraged to call 717-264-4113 in advance to reserve a seat; donations are accepted.

Shreve has led SCCAP since 2005, overseeing its growth into a $12 million organization with over 100 staff members and more than 500 volunteers. SCCAP serves approximately 13,000 families annually across Adams and Franklin counties through a wide range of programs, including emergency food and housing services, WIC, and community initiatives such as the Gleaning Project and At Home in Adams and Franklin Counties.

In addition to her work at SCCAP, Shreve is the Board President of the Community Action Association of Pennsylvania and has served on various health and community boards. She is a frequent speaker on topics including economic mobility and community transformation.

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.