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Ex-ESPN anchor Keith Olbermann claims Trump was not ‘hit by a bullet’ at shooting
Former ESPN anchor Keith Olbermann claimed on X that former President Donald Trump was not “hit by a bullet” at his Pennsylvania rally. Olbermann, a major critic of the former president, made the statement shortly after Rep. Ronny Jackson (R-TX), who is also a medical doctor, released a statement clarifying that Trump is “doing well” […]
THE MAYOR’S REPORT: What to know about stormwater in Greencastle
So, how’s your summer going? It’s certainly been hot, humid, and dry. The water system springs are naturally slowing down; however, back-up wells have not been activated. Writing about water, I last wrote that I would update you regarding MS-4 (municipal separate storm sewer system … that’s 4 S’s). I’ll also explain how the stormwater systems (SWM) in Greencastle flow. So, get into some air conditioning or have a fan running as we get together with a glass of ice-cold tea.
Hawley: Whistleblowers say Trump’s security detail was unprepared, inexperienced
(The Center Square) – Multiple whistleblowers have come forward telling U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., that many working as part of former President Donald Trump’s security detail at a rally in Pennsylvania one week ago weren’t Secret Service and were “unprepared and inexperienced personnel,” Hawley says. The accusation comes after the U.S. Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, on which Hawley sits, announced it will conduct a bipartisan investigation into the July 13 assassination attempt of Trump. ...
PennDOT Announces Pipe Replacement on Route 944 in Cumberland County
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has scheduled a significant infrastructure project involving the replacement of a large pipe on Route 944 (Wertzville Road) in Middlesex Township, Cumberland County. The specific location of the work is situated between Peacock Drive and Deer Lane. This maintenance initiative is set to commence...
FULTON COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER ULTRASOUND SERVICES EXPANDS HOURS
The Fulton County Medical Center in McConnellsburg is pleased to announce the expansion of ultrasound imaging hours. FCMC Imaging is extending ultrasound imaging hours to better serve the community. The new hours will be from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with additional appointments available throughout the day. Please note that ultrasound exams require a provider’s order.
PA State Little League Tournament: Greencastle vs. Council Rock Newtown at Newville 7:45 p.m. Wednesday, July 24
The Greencastle 10-12 Little League All-Stars open Pennsylvania State Tournament play against Council Rock Newtown on Wednesday, July 24, at 8:00 p.m. The game will be broadcast on Mid Penn Broadcasting, beginning with the pregame show at 7:45 p.m. Garry Kline and Doug Mongan will bring you the play-by-play. Click here or the logo to listen.
Clear Springs gets new high-tech “Mesonet” weather station
22 July 2024- The Washington County Office of Emergency Management is pleased to announce the installation of a second Maryland Mesonet weather monitoring station in Clear Spring, joining the first station located in Keedysville. This expansion is part of a broader initiative to enhance emergency preparedness and public safety through the deployment of high-quality, closely-spaced weather monitoring systems across Maryland.
Maryland Service Year program concludes first year, accepting applications for year two
This week, Washington County resident Chris Keane attended his commencement. Not for high school, he’s already done that. Not for college, he’s yet to cross that milestone. But for something more novel, Maryland’s Service Year Option program, which started last year. The Herald-Mail covered the launch event for the program enacted in 2023 for recent high school graduates last October, recording the remarks of Keane, an inaugural year program participant, as he spoke about his early days...
Crews fight overnight garage fire in Cumberland County
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Firefighters put out a garage fire at an East Pennsboro Township home early Monday morning, according to emergency dispatchers. Crews were sent to the home on the 100 block of Sgrignoli Lane around 1 a.m. The blaze ended up being upgraded to a two-alarm...
Political Notebook: What are Maryland's voter registration, turnout numbers?
What are Maryland's voter registration, turnout numbers?. (Editor’s note: This reporting took place prior to President Joe Biden’s decision not to seek reelection. In a letter to the American people on Sunday, Biden said: “while it has been my intention to seek reelection, I believe it is in the best interest of my party and the country for me to stand down and to focus solely on fulfilling my duties as President for the remainder of my term.”)
Q&A: How is the Blueprint for Maryland's Future changing Washington County?
The nearly $4 billion a year Blueprint for Maryland's Future was passed in 2021, and from salary increases to additional dual-enrollment courses, it's bringing changes to Washington County Public Schools. The blueprint is a statewide law providing additional funds to schools across the state with numerous goals, including improving literacy and mathematical skills, adding personnel to help behavioral isssues and addressing teacher shortages in each county. ...
How will Washington County schools, medical staff improve support for autistic students?
When Landon Smith was diagnosed with autism, his school system in Huntsville, Alabama, said he may never speak English as a primary language, recalls Landon's grandfather. "It's like my daughter said, all of the sudden your world changes and you don't know what to do first," Benito Vattelana said. Born in Newark, New Jersey,...
10 most expensive homes sold in Cumberland County, July 15-21
A house in Lemoyne that sold for $829,990 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Cumberland County in the past week. In total, 47 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $316,389. The average price per square foot was $175.
Hanover man charged with placing a tracking device on a woman's car: police
A Hanover man is facing felony charges alleging he placed a tracking device on the vehicle of a woman. Wesley Zepp, 55, of Hanover, has been charged with a felony count of stalking and a misdemeanor charge of harassment following the incident, which took place on July 17. Zepp was...
'Cut green beans, not benefits': Union workers at Hanover Foods authorize strike
Union workers at Hanover Foods authorized a strike if the company cannot agree on a new contract by the end of the month, according to a release by the union. United Food and Commercial Workers Local 1776, the union that represents nearly 300 workers at the Hanover Foods plants, issued a release Monday...
⚾'Base ball' in the 19th century
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Cumberland County boyfriend stabs man he found in bed with his girlfriend: police
A Carlisle man tried to stab another man to death after finding him in bed with his girlfriend over the weekend, police said in court documents. Henry A. Gumby admitted to stabbing the man multiple times in the neck and face before officers arrived around 9:16 a.m. Saturday at Gumby’s apartment on the 400 block of North Hanover Street, according to an affidavit of probable cause.
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