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Joseph C. “Joe” Ressler 1929-2024
Joseph C. “Joe” Ressler, 95, went to be with his Lord and Saviour on Sunday, July 21, 2024. He was the youngest son of Walter M. Ressler and Blanche (Rock) Ressler. He lived all his life in the village of Tomstown, PA. He graduated from Quincy High School...
Maryland Service Year program concludes first year, accepting applications for year two
This week, Washington County resident Chris Keane attended his commencement. Not for high school, he’s already done that. Not for college, he’s yet to cross that milestone. But for something more novel, Maryland’s Service Year Option program, which started last year. The Herald-Mail covered the launch event for the program enacted in 2023 for recent high school graduates last October, recording the remarks of Keane, an inaugural year program participant, as he spoke about his early days...
Catoctin Mountain Park announces temporary closures for July 26 - 28, 2024
Thurmont, Md. - Due to increased security measures, portions of Catoctin Mountain Park will be closed at approximately 3 p.m. on Friday, July 26. Closures are scheduled to continue through approximately 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 28, 2024. Park Central Road will be closed between Thurmont Vista and the Camp...
Franklin County man wins national doubles title in cornhole
A Franklin County man is now a national champion in cornhole. Gage Landis and his partner, Zack Schibner, won the national doubles title. The team will compete in two weeks in the world competition in South Carolina. Landis, who is from Chambersburg, is ranked in the top 25 in the...
PSP investigating burglary at Shippensburg smoke shop, have two in custody for hindering apprehension
22 July 2024- Two Shippensburg men are facing charges of hindering the apprehension of other men who broke into a smoke shop over the weekend. PSP have charged both Ashley Saintfleur and Steeve Blaise with two felony counts of hindering apprehension, misdemeanor receiving stolen property, misdemeanor tampering with evidence, and felony aiding consummation of crime. Blaise was also charged with misdemeanor resisting arrest, misdemeanor evading arrest on foot, and misdemeanor marijuana possession. Blaise failed to post bail of $85,000 and Saintfleur failed to post bail of $50,000. Both remain behind bars in Cumberland County.
PennDOT again closing lanes on I-81 for bridge inspections over Conococheague
22 July 2024- The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that an inspection is planned for this week on the Interstate 81 bridge spanning Conococheague Creek near Chambersburg in Franklin County. Weather permitting, the inspection will be performed from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Thursday, July 25, and Friday,...
HEADS UP! I-70 to be closed, detoured into Hancock on Wednesday night
22 July 2024- The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will detour traffic on I-70 at US 522 in Hancock on Wednesday night, July 24. All lanes will reopen by 5 a.m. Thursday, July 25, weather permitting. The closure is necessary as crews prepare for the demolition phase of...
Clear Springs gets new high-tech “Mesonet” weather station
22 July 2024- The Washington County Office of Emergency Management is pleased to announce the installation of a second Maryland Mesonet weather monitoring station in Clear Spring, joining the first station located in Keedysville. This expansion is part of a broader initiative to enhance emergency preparedness and public safety through the deployment of high-quality, closely-spaced weather monitoring systems across Maryland.
Chambersburg Police Seek Information on Retail Theft at Local Giant Store
On July 9, 2024, the Chambersburg Police Department responded to a report of retail theft at the Giant supermarket located at 993 Wayne Ave, Chambersburg, PA. Upon investigation, authorities discovered that three individuals were involved in the incident. The police are currently seeking assistance in identifying the individuals captured in...
Chambersburg Borough Council meets tonight
July 22 – There are three items on the Chambersburg Borough Council agenda that the group will have consideration for tonight, but an executive session following the meeting may be a bit longer. The first item up for discussion will be the installation of a brick veneer on the...
Two patients released after overnight house fire in Franklin County
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — A house fire in Franklin County occurred overnight on July 20. According to a Facebook post from Franklin Fire Company, units were dispatched to Leafmore Road in Chambersburg on July 20 at around 12:51 a.m. for a reported first-due house fire. Upon arrival, the post...
A bounty of bluegrass, a tale of tattoos and … CandyFest! It's NXT Best!
Are you ready for some hot summer entertainment? Whether your idea of fun involves theater, music, festivals, outdoor activities or learning something new, we've got your entertainment guide right here in NXT Best!. Longstreet’s March to Hagerstown and Back, Sept. 11-14, 1862. McKinley Hall. St. Paul's Episcopal Church. 209...
Maryland settles for $800,000 with former inmate who was sexually harassed, assaulted
Maryland paid $800,000 to a former state prison inmate who was sexually assaulted and harassed by correctional officers in Hagerstown. The settlement, paid this month, capped off a years-long proceeding in the state’s Office of Administrative Hearings. After a five-day, trial-like proceeding, an Administrative Law Judge ruled in favor of the inmate, Brandon Bowden. In a March 6 ruling, ...
Franklin County Visitors Bureau Congratulates Marissa Porter—2024 Champion of A Cappella & Unplugged
On Saturday, July 20, the public selected Marissa Porter as the 2024 A Cappella & Unplugged champion. Porter received $500 and performed before thousands, leading up to the 1864 Ransoming, Burning & Rebirth of Chambersburg on the evening of Saturday, July 20. Listen to Marissa Porter’s performance by clicking here.
What's the weather forecast for the Hagerstown and Greencastle, Pa., areas this week?
What's the weather forecast for the Hagerstown and Greencastle, Pa., areas this week? The Tri-State area could see rain on and off through Thursday as well as nightly low temperatures in the low 70s at the start of the week, according to the National Weather Service. Tuesday, July 23, 2024, weather forecast for Hagerstown...
Women's Water Polo Receives 12 All-Academic Honors
EMMITSBURG, Md. (July 22, 2024) - Mount St. Mary's women's water polo saw 12 members of the team named to the Association of Collegiate Water Polo Coaches (ACWPC) All-Academic Team for the 2024 season, as announced by the organization earlier this month. Awardees are divided into three categories based on...
THE MAYOR’S REPORT: What to know about stormwater in Greencastle
So, how’s your summer going? It’s certainly been hot, humid, and dry. The water system springs are naturally slowing down; however, back-up wells have not been activated. Writing about water, I last wrote that I would update you regarding MS-4 (municipal separate storm sewer system … that’s 4 S’s). I’ll also explain how the stormwater systems (SWM) in Greencastle flow. So, get into some air conditioning or have a fan running as we get together with a glass of ice-cold tea.
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