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Pauline E Kissel Short 1930-2024
Mrs. Pauline E Kissel Short (Walker), 94, of Waynesboro, PA, passed away Tuesday, July 23, 2024 in WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital. Born March 30, 1930 in Mount Union, PA, she was the daughter of the late Rev. Paul Walker, Sr. and Hazel (Watkins) Walker. A dedicated wife, mother and grandmother, Mrs....
Black Box Arts Center founder talks about nonprofit organization’s foundation, future
SHEPHERDSTOWN — This past week, Shepherdstown resident Laura Richards Bakin could be found in the Black Box Arts Center, busily wrapping up the details of the 501©3 nonprofit organization that she has served as managing artistic director of since 2007. Her final day at the Black Box Arts...
Hall of Fame – Tim Cook
Tim Cook could have been selected to the inaugural class of inductees for the new Chambersburg Athletics Hall of Fame as an athlete, or as a coach. Put those two sides together, and add in that he was the first Trojan to win a PIAA state championship as an athlete and as a coach, and Cook had a very strong case for inclusion.
Michigan man who confessed to ATV attack identified; victim, 80, released from hospital
The 22-year-old Upper Peninsula man who apparently committed suicide Monday after confessing to running over an 80-year-old man putting a Trump sign up in his yard has been identified by Hancock police as Joshua Kemppainen, of Quincy Township. Police say Kemppainen, who previously had no run-ins with law enforcement, died...
Scholarship program aims to bring more registered nurses to Meritus
A partnership between Meritus Health and Shepherd University will assist nursing students in becoming registered nurses and working locally. Meritus is offering a certain number of scholarships to nursing students at the Shepherdstown, W.Va., school to help directly address the critical need for more registered nurses locally and throughout the country.
Greencastle falls in opening round of the Pennsylvania State Little League Tournament
Council Rock Newton jumped out to a quick 3-0 lead in the top of the first, never relinquished that lead, and went on to defeat Greencastle 9-4 Wednesday night at Newville. The loss dropped Greencastle to the elimination bracket. Council Rock jumped on Greencastle to take a 3-0 lead in...
On The Market: Two Lovely Homes in Chambersburg PA
Each Wednesday we are hand picking two properties to showcase for those looking to relocate in the county or find a new home within the county. Discover the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at 1851 Wood Duck Dr E, Chambersburg, PA. This elegant home is nestled in a serene neighborhood, offering a peaceful retreat without sacrificing accessibility to Chambersburg’s amenities. The spacious interiors are beautifully designed for a modern lifestyle, featuring ample natural light and stylish finishes. Enjoy the ease of living close to local shops, schools, and recreational parks. Ideal for families or anyone looking for a blend of modern living and cozy charm, this property promises to be a delightful place to call home.
Local Daily Media Acquires Maryland’s ‘Free Country’ WFRE.
Connoisseur Media agrees to sell its Frederick, MD, stations “Free Country” WFRE-FM (99.9) and “Free Talk” WFMD-AM (960) to Local Daily Media of Williamsburg, VA. Completion of the deal is subject to FCC approval and other customary closing conditions. "While it is difficult for us to...
Retired G-A reading specialist's book about her family has lessons for everyone
Note: An earlier version of this story contained the wrong email for author Judith "Judy" Reed. Her email address is reedjudy1945@gmail.com. The COVID-19 pandemic compelled retired educator Judith “Judy” (Elliott) Reed to become the author of “Footsteps of the Past Lead to the Future.”. “When COVID hit,...
5 vehicle pile up shuts down 81 for over 5 hours outside of Martinsburg
Berkeley County Sheriff’s Department reports by email that a 5 vehicle crash shutdown 81 north for about 5 hours July 22. At approximately 3:30 a.m. deputies responded to the multiple vehicle crash at mile marker 14 near Martinsburg. Three tractor trailers were involved along with a Ford Escape, and...
Annie Carey Selected to be USA Paralympian at Paris 2024
EMMITSBURG, Md. (July 25, 2024) – Annie Carey, a rising sophomore for the Mount St. Mary's track & field team received a place on the USA Paralympic Team to compete in the 2024 Paralympics. Following the Olympic games, events take place August 30-September 8 at the Stade de France...
Danny Dietrich Making Dirt Late Model Debut At Hagerstown Speedway
Count Danny Dietrich as the latest open-wheel standout to try his hand in Dirt Late Model racing. The Pennsylvania Posse Sprint Car standout will make his debut in the fendered discipline on July 28 at Hagerstown (Md.) Speedway as part of the half-mile's Frank Sagi Tribute live on FloRacing. Dietrich...
Arts-based Lucy School in Middletown has new leader
In Lucy School’s historic red barn near Middletown, new Head of School Dan Buck greeted parents and children on Wednesday as the school’s summer camp activities began. Buck’s own son and daughter, Caspian and Sky, are among the campers. At the start of the new school year, all three will begin their first year at the arts-based Lucy School. “I’m thrilled to be here. I think we’re a perfect ...
Brett Teach Leads Columbus United FC to Conference, Regional Titles; Eyes NPSL Championship
EMMITSBURG, Md. (July 25, 2024) – First-year Mount St. Mary's head coach Brett Teach spent the summer coaching Columbus United FC and has ignited the team in their inaugural season to a semifinals appearance in the National Premier Soccer League. The team takes on FC Motown at 7 p.m....
Father Eugene Brake, activist priest and food bank leader, dies at 89
Father Eugene Brake, a Catholic priest who co-founded the Washington area’s largest food bank and spent decades championing social justice, demonstrating on behalf of Soviet Jews, the antiwar movement and incarcerated people in Virginia, died July 20 at his home in Frederick, Md. He was 89. His partner Lynn...
News Release- Purcellville Police Officer of the Year Award
NEWS RELEASE Contact: Emily Johnson, Public Information Specialist. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ejohnson@purcellvilleva.gov, 540-338-7422. PURCELLVILLE, Va., July 26, 2024 —The Purcellville Police Department is pleased to announce Officer Carl Benjamin Nett was recently selected as the “Officer of the Year.” The Officer of the Year award is an anonymous, peer-selected award. Officer Nett joined the Department in 2022. He graduated from the Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Training Academy in December of 2022, where Officer Nett received the Director’s Award for Academic Excellence in recognition of outstanding academic achievement.
Tigar reflects on the challenges, joys of role in ‘The Happiest Man on Earth’
SHEPHERDSTOWN — When seasoned actor Kenneth Tigar heard that a memoir on the Holocaust was being turned into a one-man stage play by one of his favorite modern playwrights, Mark St. Germain, he knew he wanted to be in the production. Part of the reason for this was his...
Olympic Games take control of world stage in Paris
SHEPHERDSTOWN — Security. at every venue. The possible pollution of the Seine River where long-distance swimming will take place. The United States sending a delegation of 592 athletes. Russia mostly on the sidelines, because of doping incidents at previous Olympic Games. And then all of the inexhaustible number of...
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