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Shapiro Administration Ends Contract with Mail Vendor After Delivery Failures

The Shapiro administration has terminated the vendor responsible for handling outbound mail for several Pennsylvania state agencies after the company failed to deliver a substantial number of documents. The total number of affected Pennsylvanians has not yet been determined.

PennDOT was among the agencies impacted. According to the department, some renewal invitations for driver licenses and vehicle registrations, as well as driver license camera cards, vehicle registration cards, and address update cards, were delayed.

A new mail vendor has been hired. State officials say all previously unsent documents are expected to be delivered within 7–10 days.

Residents who are waiting for official paperwork from a state agency and believe their mail may have been delayed can contact Rep. Chad Reichard’s office for assistance in checking the status of their materials or coordinating with the appropriate agency.

Photo credits to PA State Rep. Chad Reichard 

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Fred Allen Blocher 1943-2026

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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.