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Frederick distillery wins Maryland’s best whiskey, Hagerstown’s Meinelschmidt crafts 3rd best cocktail in state
26 July 2024- In its first year, the Maryland Grain Producers Association and Maryland Department of Agriculture’s Maryland’s Best program, have named Frederick’s McClintock Distilling the winner of the 2024 Maryland’s Best Whiskey competition. It is for whiskeys produced in the state, made with at least 50 percent or more local grain.
Hagerstown officials talk about steps to address violent crime, drug epidemic
In the wake of a fatal shooting near Hagerstown's downtown on July 18, several Hagerstown elected officials agreed that public meetings should be held with various community leaders to discuss how to address factors contributing to crime and drug issues in the city. The shooting occurred shortly before 1 p.m. on a Thursday in the 200 block of East Washington Street. Two men shot at a car parked along the street, resulting in the death of Rusty...
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.
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...
Farmers can apply now for drought assistance. Here's how to find the help
This summer has been extremely dry and hot, with little to no end in sight for the counties of Alleghany, Garrett, Washington and Frederick. Farmers are extremely worried about the D3 (extreme) drought conditions as indicated on the U.S. Drought Monitor (USDM). A drought intensity level of D3 on the USDM means conditions are drier than 98% of past conditions resulting in devastating crop losses, pasture losses and water restrictions. ...
Washington County launches semiquincentennial logo, webpage and social media accounts
The Washington County 250th Planning Committee has launched its semiquincentennial logo, webpage and social media accounts, marking the beginning of a grand celebration under the theme, "United in History, Together in Progress." Washington County is celebrating the 250th anniversary of both the county and the country. The new webpage and social media accounts will...
Listen Live: PA State Little League Tournament Greencastle vs. Tri-Town 6:45 p.m. Friday, July 26
The winner advances and will make the final four in the Pennsylvania State Little League Tournament. The loser will be eliminated. Coventry and St. Mary’s have been eliminated. Two more teams will be eliminated from tournament play on Friday. West Point will play Northern Lebanon at 4:00 p.m. Friday in the other elimination game.
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...
WAYNESBORO TRACTOR SUPPLY STORE TO HOST PET TREAT TASTING EVENT
Tractor Supply Company is hosting a pet treat tasting event here in Waynesboro. Planned for Aug. 3, 2024, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., this event will give pets the chance to sample a variety of pet treats available at Tractor Supply Company. “At Tractor Supply, we believe in giving...
Martin’s Mill Bridge Park Gears Up for 175th Anniversary Celebration
This weekend, the Martin’s Mill Bridge will mark its 175th anniversary with a series of events organized by dedicated staff and volunteers at Martin’s Mill Bridge Park. The local Board of Supervisors is extending an open invitation to the community for the ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for Friday at 1 PM.
Contaminated foundry site in Adams County nets grant, loans to be rehabilitated
After decades of decay, the contaminated site of a former foundry in Adams County will soon be rehabilitated, thanks to grants and loans from the state. The Adams County Industrial Development Authority (ACIDA) announced that they have been awarded a $1.4 million dollar loan and a $956,666 grant as part of the Business...
2 charged with stealing high-value cars from dealership in Adams County
STRABAN TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Two men are charged with stealing two high-value cars from a dealership in Adams County. Pennsylvania State Police said London Flores and Jefferson Ventura, both 19, and from Silver Spring, Maryland, were with a third person when they broke into the Renn Kirby Chevrolet dealership on Expedition Trail in Straban Township in April.
Chambersburg Athletic Hall of Fame Launches Fundraising Campaign for Inaugural Induction
Photos and information obtained from Chambersburg Area Sports Boosters. The newly formed Chambersburg Athletic Hall of Fame (HOF) is calling on the community to support their inaugural induction ceremony with a robust fundraising campaign. Chaired by Corey Dayley, the HOF aims to celebrate the legacies of notable athletes from the region.
StoryWalk Sunday on August 11
Area families are invited to join a walk along the story trail on Sunday, August 11 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Pine Hill Recreation Area, hosted by Buttonwood Nature Center, home of The Institute. Kids join a guided walk and activities along the story trail as they read a...
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.
Winery in Chadds Ford Highlights Lanternfly Impact on Grapevines
It’s been 10 years since the Spotted Lanternfly arrived in Pennsylvania from China and while it didn’t devastate the state’s agriculture as expected, there was Lanternfly grapevine damage, leaving a heavy mark on the grape and wine industry, writes Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Spotted lanternflies...
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.
Lt. Gov. Austin Davis visits Allentown, touts $11.5 million investment in after-school programs
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Lt. Gov. Austin Davis joined local lawmakers Friday at the Boys & Girls Club of Allentown to tout an $11.5 million statewide investment in after-school programs. This new funding was included in the recently passed $47.6 billion state budget; it will be disbursed through the Pennsylvania...
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