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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...
2024 Paris Olympics athlete profile: Aaron Brooks | Wrestling
Originally from Hagerstown, Brooks was a highly touted wrestling recruit out of North Hagerstown High School. At Penn State, he dominated with a 50-2 record. He is a four-time NCAA champion and has a 22-7 freestyle record since college. He became only the seventh wrestler ever to become a four-time champion and awarded the 2024 Hodge Trophy, which goes to the best college wrestler in the country.
Chambersburg Community Theatre Announces Cast for “Fun Home”
The Chambersburg Community Theatre is thrilled to unveil the talented cast for its upcoming production of “Fun Home,” which will mark the season’s opening show. The performances are scheduled for September 13-15 at the Capitol Theatre Wood Center in Chambersburg. The roles have been cast as follows:
Luhrs Center Kicks Off Season Ticket Sales
The 2024-2025 season at the Luhrs Center! starts with A Night at the Oscars in July through Chicago the Musical in May with a great lineup of shows between. The Luhrs Center welcomes you into our beautiful venue to enjoy top-notch entertainment!. The Shippensburg Festival celebrates music in film this...
Eight most expensive homes sold in Shippensburg, July 8-21
A house that sold for $348,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Shippensburg between July 8 and July 21. In total, eight residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past two weeks, with an average price of $255,125. The average price per square foot was $153.
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.
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.
10 most expensive homes sold in Carlisle, July 15-21
A house that sold for $427,145 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Carlisle in the past week. In total, 13 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $233,350. The average price per square foot was $155.
Mark Basehore Charged With Open Lewdness — Again
Mark Basehore, 50 of Carlisle, is in custody after a bizarre incident in front of three children at Letort Park, 260 E. Pomfret Street, Carlisle Borough at 10:16 am. on Monday morning, as detailed in the release. Basehore was under the pavilion where three children, ages 14, 11, and 9...
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, ...
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...
“Hey Siri, play porn:” Man allegedly exposed himself in front of kids at Cumberland County park
CARLISLE, Pa. (WHTM) – Police in Cumberland County have arrested a man after he allegedly exposed himself at a local park after opening requesting his iPhone play pornography. Carlisle Police say on July 22 at 10:16 a.m. they were dispatched to Letort Park for a man causing a disturbance...
Maryland Gang Member Gets 7 Life Sentences For Triple Homicide, Including A Federal Witness
Christopher Van Johnson, a 36-year-old member of the Baltimore Black Guerilla Family (BGF) gang, was sentenced to seven consecutive life terms for his role in the brutal 2016 murders of three individuals in Mercersburg, Pennsylvania. The sentence, handed down by U.S. District Court Judge Christopher C. Conner, follows a seven-year investigation into the triple homicide.
Police investigating alleged face and neck stabbing incident in Carlisle
CARLISLE, Pa. (WHTM) — Carlisle Police are investigating a reported stabbing incident that occurred earlier today. According to the Carlisle Police Department, on July 20 at about 9:16 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 400 block of North Hanover Street for a reported stabbing. Upon arrival, officers say they...
Legion baseball: Chambersburg has another chance to grab momentum Sunday
HERSHEY – Some baseball games are a matter of which team is the first to take advantage of an opportunity. Both Chambersburg and Hummelstown had early chances to open the scoring in their Region 4 Legion baseball contest on Saturday afternoon, but once Hummelstown broke through for four runs in the fifth, Chambersburg was never able to get back in the game.
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...
Chambersburg Woman Arrested on DUI Charges
On the night of July 13, 2024, Chambersburg Police Department officers arrested 51-year-old Stephanie Gump following reports of a suspected intoxicated driver. The incident occurred at around 10:08 PM on the 1300 block of South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA. Upon arriving at the scene, police made contact with Gump, who...
Gettysburg Railroad: Operating The Ex-Reading (1976-1996)
The Gettysburg Railroad, though short-lived, carved a unique niche in the annals of American rail history. Operating from 1976 to 1996, this short line heritage railroad - operating 23.4-miles between Gettysburg and Mount Holly Springs - served not only as a transporter of goods but also as a living museum, enabling visitors to step back in time and experience the nostalgia of rail travel during a bygone era.
Food Review: Theo's Diner in Newville offers hometown feel, favorites
It’s a question I’ve gotten from curious community members about the Newville eatery on more than one occasion, and one I remedied this past week. Theo’s Diner opened at 8 S. High St. near the end of 2022 in the space that formerly housed Jaymee Lee’s Diner, of which many options migrated to Jaymee Lee’s Quick Stop along Doubling Gap Road just outside town.
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