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Franklin County Cat Hoarding Crisis Requires Urgent Assistance
Franklin County is grappling with a severe cat hoarding situation involving approximately 100 cats discovered on July 1, following the tragic death of their caretaker. The Justice Rescue animal shelter is at the forefront of addressing this emergency, revealing that the cats, both indoors and outdoors, have been deprived of necessary veterinary care, and none have been spayed or neutered.
Franklin County Historical Society Announces Tombstone Dedication Honoring Louisa Brand
The Franklin County Historical Society will host a dedication for the tombstone of Chambersburg heroine Louisa Brand on July 13, 2024 from 10:30 AM until 1:00 PM at Cedar Grove Cemetery, 2295 Philadelphia Ave, Chambersburg, PA 17201. Louisa Brand was twenty-one years old when the Confederate Army ransomed and burned...
Manitowoc launches two new Grove cranes
Manitowoc has unveiled two new Grove rough-terrain cranes, the GRT765 and GRT780, which were were presented for the first time to dealers and customers at Manitowoc’s Crane Days event in Shady Grove, PA this past May. Deliveries of the first units will begin in the second half of 2024.
A Cappella & Unplugged 2024 Finalists
Franklin County Visitors Bureau is excited to announce the five finalists of 2024 A Cappella & Unplugged: Jeff Trish, Marissa Porter, Kiley Heltzel, Calamity & Justus, and Paul Minnich. Each will move onto perform at 7 PM on July 20 on the courthouse steps as part of the 1864 Ransoming, Burning & Rebirth event.
CHAMBERSBURG BOROUGH MAYOR AUTHORIZES BURN BAN
Please be advised that Mayor Kenneth Hock, at the recommendation of Dustin Ulrich, Fire Chief and EMS Director, authorized a burn ban in the Borough of Chambersburg, effective Wednesday, June 26, 2024, through Monday, July 22, 2024. The Mayor declared the burn ban because of drier than normal temperatures, with no significant rainfall being forecast. On Monday, July 22, 2024, Town Council may by Resolution extend the burn ban.
After recent Central Pennsylvania drownings, expert gives tips for water safety
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — After a week where two people drowned at different locations in Central Pennsylvania, one local expert is offering advice on how to enjoy the water safely during the summer, especially during the upcoming July 4 weekend. Mark Heller is the secretary of the Conestoga River Club,...
Mainstreet Waynesboro receives $50,000 façade grant from DCED
WAYNESBORO, Pa. — Gov. Josh Shapiro has announced nearly $7 million through the Keystone Communities Program (KCP) to support 49 community improvement projects in 25 counties, including Mainstreet Waynesboro. Shapiro and Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger officially announced the grant awards during a stop...
F&M Trust donates $7,500 to support Volunteer Dental Clinic in McConnellsburg
F&M Trust recently donated $7,500 to Fulton County Family Partnership to support the Volunteer Dental Clinic in McConnellsburg. For 25 years, the clinic has provided free dental treatment for eligible Fulton County residents of all ages, as well as preventive and educational programs for parents and children. The clinic is open three days a week.
Relay For Life of Franklin and Fulton Counties closing in on goal for 2024
Numbers for the 2024 Relay For Life of Franklin and Fulton Counties were in the spotlight at a recent wrapup meetings, and a big number is coming up next year for the American Cancer Society fundraiser. “We will meet in August to begin our goal setting and planning for the...
Allison-Antrim Museum July Speaker Series Features Retreat from Burning of Chambersburg
Allison-Antrim Museum, 365 South Ridge Avenue, Greencastle, Pennsylvania 17225 will hold its monthly speaker meeting on Thursday, July 11, 2024, in the German Bank Barn beginning at 7 p.m. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Steve French, historian, will present a program about the Confederate retreat after the Burning of Chambersburg....
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