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Vincel B. Flasher 1950-2024
Mr. Vincel B. Flasher, 63, of McConnellsburg, PA and formally of Waynesboro, PA passed away Thursday, July 18, 2024, in the Chambersburg hospital, Chambersburg, PA after a brief battle with cancer. Born September 4, 1960, in Waynesboro, he is the son of the late James E. and Mary Jane (Wilson)...
Letterkenny Hosts Inaugural Oktoberfest Celebration
Letterkenny invites locals and visitors to join the inaugural Oktoberfest event, taking place on September 28 at the historic James Finley House. The festivities kick off at 11 a.m. with a noncompetitive volksmarch, welcoming everyone to participate in the communal walk. The official opening ceremony is set for 2 p.m., marking the start of an afternoon filled with diverse activities and cultural enjoyment, concluding at 8 p.m.
Introducing the New President of Chambersburg Rotary Club: Jordan Nace
The Chambersburg Rotary Club is pleased to announce the appointment of Jordan Nace as its new President, effective July 1st, 2024. Jordan brings a deep commitment to service and to the community, making him a natural fit to lead the club in its mission to serve the community. Mr. Nace...
Thaddeus Stevens and women’s suffrage
If one of Thaddeus Stevens’s original proposals for the 14th Amendment to the Constitution had been approved, women may have gotten the vote 50 years before they did. In the early stages of hammering out the amendment in 1866, Stevens proposed to base representation in the House of Representatives and in the Electoral College on the number of eligible voters rather than the number of people. “Representation shall be apportioned among the States which may be within the Union according to their respective legal voters,” Stevens’s proposal read.
Two-Vehicle Collision on E Main Street Results in One Ejection
In a severe traffic incident early today on the unit block of E Main Street, emergency services rushed to the scene after reports of a vehicle accident involving an ejection. Squad 7, along with EMS personnel, responded promptly to the distress call. Upon arrival, DC7, the first on scene, confirmed...
Targeted Shooting Incident Under Investigation in Downtown Hagerstown
Authorities in Hagerstown are actively investigating a shooting that occurred Thursday near the intersection of East Washington Street and Cannon Avenue. The incident, which took place around 12:53 p.m., prompted a significant police response and road closures in the downtown area. According to the Hagerstown Police Department (HPD), the shooting...
Cumberland County UPS Driver Caught Discarding Packages in Dumpster
A UPS driver from Harrisburg, identified as Richard Moore, 60, faces allegations of improperly disposing of packages meant for delivery. According to the Silver Spring Township Police, Moore was caught on surveillance video on July 9, throwing six unopened packages into a dumpster. The incident occurred at the premises of a company located along State Road, distinct from the intended recipient’s address.
Chambersburg Woman Arrested on DUI Charges
On the night of July 13, 2024, Chambersburg Police Department officers arrested 51-year-old Stephanie Gump following reports of a suspected intoxicated driver. The incident occurred at around 10:08 PM on the 1300 block of South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA. Upon arriving at the scene, police made contact with Gump, who...
Police Seek Information on Retail Theft at Sheetz in Chambersburg
On July 17, 2024, the Chambersburg Police Department was called to the Sheetz store located at 1 Monticello Court in response to a report of retail theft. According to police reports, a male, described as wearing a gray hoodie and blue-and-white checkered sleep pants, was observed stealing two Twisted Tea beverages and one strawberry Fanta soda. It is noted that the individual did not attempt to pay for the items.
Single-Vehicle Accident with Fire on Quarry Road Results in Immediate Emergency Response
At approximately 6:28 PM yesterday, emergency responders were dispatched to a serious incident involving a single vehicle accident accompanied by a fire in the 400 block of Quarry Road, within box area 44-01. Authorities identified the vehicle in flames upon arrival. Squad 41, led by AC48, promptly arrived at the...
Chambersburg’s Old Market Day to Feature Art, Music, and Food This Saturday
Downtown Chambersburg is set to host its highly anticipated annual event, Old Market Day, this Saturday, July 20, from 9 AM to 4 PM. Presented by F&M Trust, this free street festival promises a full day of activities, showcasing local merchants alongside an array of art, craft, and food vendors.
Chambersburg Juveniles Cited for Fireworks Incident
On July 8, 2024, Chambersburg Police and Fire Departments responded to a yard fire in the 300 block of Stonegate Circle S, Chambersburg, PA. The fire, which occurred on a neighboring property, was ignited by fireworks discharged by two juveniles. The Chambersburg authorities have taken the matter seriously, given the...
Franklin County Weather Forecast for 7/19
Sunny with a high of 89°F. Winds will be light and variable. Tonight: Expect partly cloudy skies with a low around 68°F and calm winds. Saturday: A mix of clouds with a slight chance of showers early, turning to a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. High around 86°F. Light south winds in the afternoon.
Celia Wire 1951-2024
Celia Wire, 72, of New Oxford PA passed away Thursday July 18, 2024 at the Mercy House Chambersburg. Born August 4, 1951 in Carlisle PA she was the daughter of the late William Wallace and Dorothy (Weaver) Greason. Arrangements are entrusted to SimpleChoice Cremation Services Inc. of Chambersburg. Online condolences...
Merle Cassatt, Jr. 1958-2024
Merle “Pack Rat” Cassatt, Jr., 65, Orrtanna, PA passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at his home. He was born December 27, 1958 in Gettysburg, PA the son of the late Merle Cassatt, Sr. and Ilene Punt Cassatt. Merle was employed at International Paper for 31 years...
Sandra Rodriguez 1950-2024
Sandra Rodriguez, 73, passed away July 9, 2024. She was born on October 17, 1950 to Edelmira and Victor Gonzalez in New York City. Sandra went on to marry Michael Rodriguez Sr. on October 1971 and went on to have two children, Michael and Evalina. She was also a mother to many who called her “mom”.
Michael E. Hock 1964-2024
Michael E. Hock, 59, of Shippensburg, passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at his home. He was born on October 17, 1964, in Lebanon, PA, a son of the late Melvin E. and Marian F. Kreider Hock. Michael was a 1983 graduate of the Carlisle High School. He enjoyed...
Kathy J. Hess 1958-2024
Kathy J. Hess, 65, of Fort Loudon, PA, passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at the Chambersburg Hospital, Chambersburg, PA. Kathy was born in Chambersburg, PA on September 24, 1958, a daughter of the late Zereau S. (Stermer) Higgins and Clair Higgins, Jr. She was the loving wife of Edgar “Ed” P. Hess, Jr., who she married on May 29, 1977.
Jane Riley Green 1930-2024
Jane Riley Green, 93 of Gettysburg, PA passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at Transitions Healthcare after a long illness. Born in Gettysburg on September 28, 1930, she was the daughter of the late James F. & Margaret A. (Miller) Riley. Jane was predeceased by her husband of fifty-five...
Dirk Wilson Coble 1952-2024
“Love is always stronger than death, and unto that love you have returned.”. Dirk Wilson Coble, 71, born on November 26, 1952, passed through the veil between life and death the morning of July 15, 2024, at Chambersburg Hospital after a peaceful night following an opportunity to say goodbye to family and close friends over the weekend.
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