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McConnellsburg woman charged with driving on 6x+ suspended license, leaving the scene of an accident
26 July 2024- A woman with over half a dozen drivers license suspensions is now facing more charges after allegedly leaving the scene of an accident this month in Mercersburg. Betty A Smith of McConnellsburg has been charged with misdemeanor accidents involving damage as well as citations for driving on a suspended or revoked license for the sixth and subsequent offense, driving without a license, driving with a suspended vehicle registration, and failure to signal. She’s awaiting her next court date scheduled for September 10th.
Accidents on 81 in Chambersburg, 70 in Hagerstown bring traffic to a crawl
26 July 2024- Multiple accidents in the tristate area are completely bottlenecking and stopping traffic this afternoon. Pennsylvania State Police, Franklin Fire Company, Chambersburg EMS, and multiple fire police companies are in the area of the on/off ramps of I-81NB, mile marker 14 (Wayne Avenue) in Guilford Township just outside of the borough of Chambersburg. Emergency scanners seem to show a motorcycle accident in that area with the left lane closed. Fire police are either currently directing traffic or en route to arrive very soon.
Chambersburg Hall of Fame: Bob Thomas rolled up incredible baseball records as coach
Note: The Chambersburg Athletics Hall of Fame will induct its inaugural class of 11 athletes or coaches, plus one team, on Friday, Sept. 20 at halftime of the football game against State College. Stories about each inductee and the team will be published periodically before that date. Hall of Fame...
Spring Run Pit Stop Night Revs Up at Path Valley Speedway
This Saturday, July 27, racing enthusiasts are invited to experience the thrill of Spring Run Pit Stop Night at Path Valley Speedway. The evening promises high-speed action with a lineup that includes 270 Sprints, 600 Sprints, 4 Cylinder Thunder Cars, Strictly Stocks, and Wingless Super Sportsman. Gates open early, providing...
World War II museum in Gettysburg hosts 'Military Weekend'
GETTYSBURG, Pa. — It's Military Weekend at a museum outside Gettysburg. The three-day event at the World War II American Experience Museum is crossing generations. A World War II veteran signed an autograph for a young boy dressed in a military uniform. It was a special moment for the two of them.
Greencastle remains alive in state tournament with extra innings win
The Greencastle Little League All-Stars and Tri-Town, battling to stay alive in the Pennsylvania State Little League Tournament, put on a show for the ages before a large crowd at Newville Friday night. After seven innings, there were nothing but zeros on the scoreboard. Pitching and defense totally dominated the night.
BOE members insist there's no interest in closing two county schools, despite claims
Four incumbent Washington County Board of Education members insisted this week there is no interest in closing Hancock Middle Senior High School or Cascade Elementary School despite concerns raised by a county commissioner. During a meeting between the county commissioners and the Hancock Town Council on Tuesday evening, Commissioner Derek Harvey warned there...
Shapiro joins Harris surrogates on weekend campaign blitz
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D), who is considered a possible running mate for Vice President Harris, is set to kick off a weekend campaign blitz for her Saturday. The “Weekend of Action Volunteer Kick-Off with Governor Josh Shapiro” will take place Saturday morning in Carlisle, Pa., which is outside of Harrisburg. Shapiro will be joined…
Shippensburg Fair Announces Exciting Line-Up for July 26-27
The Shippensburg Fair is set to deliver a thrilling two-day event packed with entertainment, competitions, and family fun on July 26 and 27. This year’s fair schedule highlights a variety of attractions catering to all ages, with special emphasis on agricultural shows and evening entertainment. Friday, July 26 Highlights:
Old Mary B. Sharpe elementary is latest historic school to transform into apartments
Lauren (Wilkes) Hill remembers the smell of applesauce that would waft onto the playground at Mary B. Sharpe Elementary School from a nearby factory. For her grandmother Judy (Wagner) Etter, Heinz ketchup evokes memories from her days attending the former Chambersburg school. They were among five generations of their family to attend the school,...
Gov. Shapiro to rally support for Kamala Harris at Pennsylvania campaign event
CARLISLE, Pa. - Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shaprio will rally support for Vice President Kamala Harris at a campaign event this weekend amid widespread speculation that he is on the shortlist of names being considered for Harris' running mate. The Harris for President event will happen Saturday morning in Carlisle and...
Application window opens soon for new Cumberland County affordable housing community
A little over a year ago, a Cumberland County nonprofit broke ground on an $18.1 million affordable housing project. Carlisle-based Safe Harbour broke ground on Harbour Village in 2024 on five acres of vacant land in South Middleton Township, bordering the borough of Carlisle near the Carlisle United Methodist Church on South Spring Garden Street. Harbour Village will include six residential buildings with 40 units and a community building on Harbour Village Drive.
Waldo’s and Company schedules fundraiser
Join Waldo’s and Company for a night of art, community, and support at their upcoming Friendraiser/Fundraiser event on Sunday, August 18, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Waldo’s and Company in Gettysburg. The non-profit art co-op is dedicated to fostering creativity and artistic expression within the...
Gov. Josh Shapiro rallies for Kamala Harris in Pennsylvania: ‘Tough as nails’
CARLISLE, Pa. — Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro hit the campaign trail on Saturday to stump for Vice President Kamala Harris in the Keystone State. Shapiro, 51, delivered a 20-minute rallying cry at a “Weekend of Action Volunteer Kick-Off ” Saturday morning at the Rendezvous Run Farm in Carlisle, near Harrisburg, and was joined by local Harris for President volunteers. “She is someone who has always been for the people. I knew her when she was a courtroom prosecutor. And let me tell you something, she is tough as nails,” Shapiro said — boasting that the two have been pals for decades....
When, where and how to register for workshops, summer camps, golf tournaments, etc.
Registering for sports, camps or other summer activities? Check here for how to do it: JULY 27, next workshop The Washington County Master Gardeners are offering a monthly series of gardening workshops taught by master gardener volunteers through October from 9 to 11:30 a.m. on designated Saturdays at the Washington County Agricultural Education Center,...
Meet Rodeo Joe and Kathleen, this week’s CVAS pets of the week
Meet Rodeo Joe and Kathleen, this week’s CVAS pets of the week. These are just two of the amazing animals residing at area animal shelters. Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter has lots of adorable pets who are looking for forever homes. While Rodeo Joe and Kathleen would like to meet you, check out all the other adorable animals available for adoption also. Go to this Animal Shelter link to see all their residents.
Margaret “Marge” A. Berry 1940-2024
Margaret “Marge” A. Berry, 83, of Waynesboro, PA passed away Tuesday, July 23, at the Chambersburg Hospital. Born December 17, 1940 in Mount Vernon, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Mary (Moore) Huggins. Marge one of the seven children of Walter and Mary Huggins....
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