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School nutrition programs don’t take a break for summer
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (DC News Now) – Maryland Governor Wes Moore has announced the launch of the state’s SUN Bucks program. The program will help families buy groceries this summer and partners with public schools to help with meal deliveries. Washington County is embracing the program. “The kids look forward to it, honestly,” says Krista with […]
Central Pennsylvania Gears Up for Independence Day Celebrations
Central Pennsylvania is set to host a series of vibrant Independence Day celebrations across various townships and counties, with an array of firework shows, parades, and events lined up to mark the 4th of July. In Adams County, the Carroll Valley Borough near Carroll Commons will come alive on Thursday,...
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.
Volunteer literacy nonprofit has positive impact for Washington County
HAGERSTOWN, Md. (DC News Now) — A nonprofit in Hagerstown is helping residents with their reading skills. Thanks to volunteers with the Literacy Council of Washington County, learning to read is helping many people get jobs and is making a positive difference in the lives of residents. According to Leah Green with the Washington County […]
Berkeley County Battlefield Park announced
BERKELEY COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A partnership was announced this week for the establishment of Berkely County’s very first Battlefield Park. Made possible by a public-private partnership between members of the Berkeley County Commission, Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation, and Martinsburg-Berkeley County Parks & Recreation Board, the development will entail the preservation of Hoke’s Run Battlefield […]
State issues pause for new Medicaid enrollments for some behavioral health programs
The Maryland Department of Health has issued a six-month pause on accepting new Medicaid enrollments for specific behavioral health programs to mitigate potential fraud, waste and abuse by providers under Medicaid guidelines. The pause, which went into effect on Monday, applies to psychiatric rehabilitation programs, health homes, partial hospital programs and intensive outpatient treatment ...
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.
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...
Burn ban in effect in Chambersburg
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — A burn ban is in effect in Chambersburg, Franklin County, through July 22. The ban is due to dry conditions and a lack of rain. Under the mayor's declaration, the following fires are not allowed:. Recreational fires. Highway safety flares. Smudge pots. Fires on tracts of...
Cascade Township 4th of July parade ends with party at Friendship Park
CASCADE TOWNSHIP, Mich. — Cascade Township held its annual Independence Day parade Thursday morning!. The festivities began with the bike parade, followed by the community parade. That ran from the intersection at Cascade Road and Burton Street all the way to 28th Street and Thornhills Avenue. After the parade...
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