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WellSpan Health Earns Gold-Level Recognition for Joy in Medicine™

WellSpan Health has been recognized by the American Medical Association (AMA) as a Joy in Medicine™ organization at the gold level. It is one of only three health systems in Pennsylvania to achieve the highest level of recognition.

The designation acknowledges WellSpan’s efforts to support the wellbeing of its team members through initiatives aimed at reducing workplace burnout and stressors.

Dr. Anthony Aquilina, executive vice president and chief physician executive, credited the work of Dr. Michael Diller, program administrator for wellbeing, and Dr. Ridgley Salter, medical director of wellbeing, along with their teams, for contributing to the recognition.

More information is available at WellSpan Health’s website.

Photo credits to WellSpan Health

Runaway Juvenile

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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

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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.