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CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — Chambersburg Post 46 continued its strong run through the Pennsylvania American Legion Baseball Senior Tournament, defeating Quakertown 5-2 on Sunday...

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The swimming club team from Chambersburg Memorial YMCA had a brilliant day at the Middle Atlantic Junior Championships, held last weekend in Sewell,...

Local Government

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — On Monday, July 27, Hagerstown City Police responded to a reported shooting in the 500 block of George Street around...

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WAYNESBORO, Pa. — Waynesboro’s YMCA hosted its Women’s Summer Volleyball League Championship on July 23, where Vintage Volley defeated Pineapples to win the...

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Okay I have a confession to make. It’s not actually that shocking. I enjoy television quite tremendously. And I’ve found a new addiction...

Health

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — WellSpan Health will invest in improvements at three hospitals serving rural communities following a $2.8 million grant from the Pennsylvania...

Non-Profits

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Abundant Life Tabernacle will host a free Community Day and block party from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Aug....

Entertainment

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — Waynesboro’s Music on Main Summer Concert Series drew a crowd of more than 100 attendees July 25 as the band...

School News

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — Penn State Extension will host a dairy grazing pasture walk from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, July 30, at Hamilton...

Around The Region

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and Pennsylvania State Police are working together to collect past-due tolls. If drivers owe $250 in unpaid tolls or...

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HS golf previews: Trojans move to new division; Hubs primed for big season 

Thanks to the latest realignment in the Mid-Penn Conference, Chambersburg’s golf squad will be trading the rugged grind of the Commonwealth Division for...

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Friday night lights! High school football schedules set for 2026 season

Get those calendars ready; there are a few dates you’ll want to circle. High school football schedules have been slowly, but surely, getting...

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HS Field Hockey Previews: Blue Devils hungry for more after ending playoff drought

The four field hockey teams in the LocalNews1.org coverage area — Greencastle-Antrim, Waynesboro, Chambersburg, and Fairfield — have been starving for wins in...

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2005 Smithsburg High team to be inducted into Washington County Golf Hall of Fame

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — The Washington County Golf Hall of Fame’s 2026 induction class will come straight out of high school.  The Hall of Fame will honor...

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Local Running Results: July 15-19

Harrisburg Mile (Corporate Challenge) Wednesday, July 15, in Harrisburg Runners: 454 Winner: Aiden Gonder, Mechanicsburg, 4:24; Top Female: Nicole Register, York, 5:27 LocalNews1.org Finishers Fayetteville: Kevin Ogden (5:38)...

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Photos by Toya: Pickleball camp

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — Participants at the Waynesboro Area YMCA pickleball camp on July 24 learned the fundamentals of the growing sport, including serving,...

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Maryland prisons under distress

I worked 34 years in Maryland prisons and learned some very good lessons.  I walked the prison corridors often. Both the incarcerated and...

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Foot notes: It’s never too late for running (or love)

Through the magic of Facebook, I’ve been able to loosely follow along with the life and times of Mike Ball, one of the...

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Abington, Virginia, and a few old stories

​Do you like history and adventure?  ​So do I! ​Who would get up at 2 in the morning and put the ‘pedal to...

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Outdoor yoga programs promote health and wellness

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — Residents seeking accessible ways to improve physical and mental well-being will have two opportunities to participate in guided yoga sessions...

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Lyme disease rash appears in most cases, health officials say

The rash, commonly associated with Lyme disease, appears in more than 70 percent of infected individuals, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health....

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CDC links Cyclospora outbreak to recalled iceberg lettuce

A multistate outbreak of Cyclospora infections has been linked to shredded iceberg lettuce, prompting a nationwide recall and public health warning, according to...

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Meritus to host back-to-school well-child visit day Aug. 3

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Meritus Primary Care on Prospect Street is preparing to help families get ready for the upcoming school year by offering...

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Washington County seeks houses of worship to join in Save a Life Day

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — The Washington County Health Department is seeking houses of worship to participate in the Save a Life Day 2026 on...

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Dangerous air quality grips region; relief expected this weekend

Smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to choke air quality across Franklin County, Pennsylvania, and Washington County, Maryland, prompting health warnings and raising a...

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