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Gettysburg School District To Go Device-Free Starting Next School Year
GETTYSBURG, (KCCR) — The Gettysburg School District is one of a growing number of districts across the state and country to clamp down on access to smartphones and devices by students during the school day. Superintendent Amber Mikkelsen says the decision to make Gettysburg a device-free school started about a year ago…
City aldermen set date for vote on charter changes
The city of Frederick’s aldermen plan to vote in September on potential amendments to the city charter, including a number of election-related measures. Wednesday’s two-hour mayor and aldermen workshop ended with a straw poll to measure which of the 19 proposals already had unanimous support. There were eight. Those will be introduced as a collective resolution to be passed at the next ...
Suspect believed to have run over 80-year-old man with ATV found dead by police
HANCOCK, MI -- A man who allegedly ran over an 80-year-old man with an ATV Sunday has been found dead after he allegedly contacted police to confess to the crime. The Houghton County Sheriff’s Office says it was contacted by a man Monday who wanted to confess to a crime with an ATV and asked for police to “send someone to pick me up.”
State agency says changes to PJM transmission-planning procedures give utilities unfair control
The Maryland Office of People’s Counsel, a state agency representing Maryland residential utility service users, claims that proposed changes to planning protocols made by PJM Interconnection and its transmission-owning utilities would give those companies too much influence. PJM, which operates the regional power grid across multiple states, has a consolidated transmission owners agreement ...
William Shakespeare's Richard II
The Frederick Shakespeare Festival and Unstrung Harpist Productions Present the Festival’s First History Play, the timely "Richard II." Heavy is the Head that Wears the Crown. Heavier Still is the Weight of Betrayal. Unstrung Harpist Productions and the Frederick Shakespeare Festival are thrilled to announce the upcoming production of...
William Godfrey Woodson
William Godfrey “Ho” Woodson, age 69, passed away at Lancaster Nursing and Rehabilitation on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. He was born on June 3, 1955, in Gettysburg. William was the son of Robert Lee and Jane Marie (Sanders) Woodson. William worked at International Paper for over 30 years,...
Experience the magic at Waynesboro Wizarding Weekend
There will be magic on Main Street during Waynesboro Wizarding Weekend on Friday and Saturday, Aug. 2 and 3. “Waynesboro Wizarding Weekend started as a way to bring people downtown to see and support our awesome businesses and celebrate people’s love of magic and Harry Potter books and movies,” said Bill Kohler, director of economic development for Mainstreet Waynesboro Inc.
Dog Days at Linganore Winecellars
Join Operation Paws for Homes, bring your dog and purchase some wine/food or bring a picnic. Visit Linganore Winecellars event link for details:. https://www.linganorewines.com/event/dog-days-at-linganore-33/ The winery's event runs from 4-8pm. We will be on site from 5-8pm. Bring your furry friends out from 5-8 pm for an evening of fun,...
"American Tattoo: from Outlaw to Mainstream" with Gerry LaFemina
This talk will look at the evolution of tattoos and tattoo art in the second half of the 20th century. LaFemina is a professor of English at Frostburg State University, a mentor in the MFA program at Carlow University, and a Fulbright Specialist in writing, literature, and American culture. Register in advance. 18 and older.
Shippensburg Fair baker offers winning huckleberry shortcakes for donations to local child's fight against cancer
For five years in a row, Wayland Stouffer earned first place and a blue ribbon for his annual huckleberry shortcake recipe at the Shippensburg Community Fair, with this year’s cake selling for $30 in the baked good auction. And while he’ll take away $100 overall from the auction —...
Hanover General Store gets a facelift
The General Store in the Hanover Village (at the Junction of county roads C-65 and M27) is receiving a “facelift” in July. The Hanover Historical Society learned in the spring that the wooden supporting structure and siding on the east side had dry rot and needed to be replaced.
Kenny's- Cool and Creamy Confections perfect on HOT July days!
Anyone who loves ice cream knows that Kenny's is the perfect place stop on a hot July day. In fact, it doesn't have to be July to enjoy the cold, creamy goodness of Kenny's Drive-In. Located on Route 11 just outside of Chambersburg, or as you head into Chambersburg, depending...
Jury finds Westminster man guilty of fentanyl possession
A 53-year-old Westminster man has been found guilty of possessing and intending to distribute cocaine and fentanyl, according to a Thursday news release from the Office of the Carroll County State’s Attorney. Darren Jackson was found guilty following a three-day jury trial in Carroll County Circuit Court. He will...
ATV driver police say attacked Trump supporter in U.P. identified
The man police in Hancock said was responsible for a series of politically motivated crimes last week and later died by suicide had no known contacts with law enforcement, according to the Police Department. Chief Tami Sleeman identified the man Thursday as Joshua Kemppainen, 22, of Quincy Township. An update...
Plein Air Watercolor Workshop II
Regional artist Seth Holmes will share his process for selecting and bringing his subjects to life. Register for either/or both by July 9 by contacting Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727 or drastelli@scmfa.org. $80 for museum members; $90 for nonmembers.
2024 Crabfeast Saturday August 24th
Get ready for all-you-can-eat hardshell crabs! Crabfeast features tons of delicious food along with small games of chance, an auction and more. Proceeds are used for downtown revitalization. This year’s event will be held rain or shine at the AMVETS Post 224 picnic pavilion, 750 Fifth Avenue. Our 28th annual event will happen on August 24th, 2024 from 3PM to 8PM.
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