Year: 2024
Top Stories
Franklin Commissioners to discuss $162.7 million proposed budget for 2025
CHAMBERSBURG – Franklin County Commissioners are considering a 2025 proposed budget of $162.7 million. The total property tax millage rate remains unchanged at...
Top Stories
Washington County improving Hancock emergency services
HAGERSTOWN – With completion of its Emergency Medical Services’ employee transition agreement with Hancock Rescue Squad 59, the Washington County Division of Emergency...
Entertainment
2024 Franklin County Festival of Trees opens
Beautifully decorated trees and wreaths are center stage at the sixth Annual Festival of Trees, held through noon Dec. 7 at the Franklin...
Local Government
Heroic 911 dispatcher aids in successful baby delivery in Hagerstown
HAGERSTOWN – A Washington County emergency communications specialist, Bethani Mummert, is being hailed by her department for facilitating the successful delivery of a...
Health
Don’t forget to wash your hands…the right way
How vigilant are you when it comes to washing your hands? As we shuffle farther into cold and flu season, handwashing is even...
Around The Region
State agency urges going “green” this season
The holiday season brings an increase in energy use and household waste. Each year, from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, household waste in...
School News
Letterkenny job shadowing gives students glimpses of career opportunities
CHAMBERSBURG – The job shadow program at Letterkenny Army Depot can offer high school and college students a glimpse into potential careers at...
Non-Profit
Rotarians hear of outdoor program for those with special needs
WAYNESBORO – Waynesboro native Kody Brown saw a need and did something about it. He began Sasquatch Outdoors to provide activities for those...
Voices
DINING OUT: Hidden gem near Hagerstown
HAGERSTOWN – Somewhat hidden away in a strip mall near Maugansville, you’ll find Los Primos Mexican Restaurant. The food is tasty, and the...
Entertainment
Blue Ridge Summit Free Library sets annual Yuletide Celebration
The Blue Ridge Summit Free Library will hold its annual Yuletide Celebration from 4 to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14, on the...
