The Pennsylvania Homecare Association (PHA) has developed “The Care We Share: A Family Guide to In-Home Pediatric Care.” This 36-page resource is available free of charge to Pennsylvania families, and includes helpful information and tips as they bring home a child with complex medical needs…
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn recently announced the Ghost Town Trail has been named Pennsylvania’s 2020 Trail of the Year.
Gamut Theatre’s Stage Door Series is excited to present the radio play “Journey to The Center of The Earth” by Jules Verne, adapted by John De Lancie from the script by Nat Segaloff. The show runs Jan. 17-26, with performances Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m.
The following is a schedule of upcoming programs to be held at the Coy Library of Shippensburg, 73 W. King St., through the end of January. Because this is a monthly calendar, some dates and times may change. Please contact the library at: (717) 532-4508, to confirm the programs you’d like t…
State Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) has scheduled a series of town hall forums throughout the 33rd Senate District, where he will welcome and encourage feedback from constituents.
Cumberland County libraries are partnering with more than 40 libraries in three surrounding counties – Dauphin, Perry, and York – for this year’s “One Book, One Community: Our Region Reads” project. The book everyone will be reading is “Heartland: a Memoir of Working Hard and Being Broke In …
From the reigning queen of mystery, comes the regional premiere of Agatha Christie’s “Murder On The Orient Express,” adapted by Ken Ludwig. The Fulton Theatre is proud to have secured the rights to this new adaptation, running Jan. 16 through Feb. 9, 2020. This thrilling ride on the Orient E…
Civil War Round Table
A special fundraiser for Chambersburg residents Mary and Marina Addlesberger will be held at the Orchards Restaurant, Chambersburg, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 25.
Cumberland County book and plant lovers are encouraged to participate in Longwood Gardens’ 7th Community Read, a program designed to encourage reading for pleasure and to start a conversation. This year, the 2020 Community Read pushes the readers into the wacky, weird, and wild world of plants.
The Franklin County Commissioners proudly present the Employee of the Month award to Hannah Crean.
Destination ARTS! and the Arts Alliance of Greater Waynesboro announce events and activities for Jan. 17–23, 2020. Events are free unless otherwise noted.
Grieving children and their families are invited to join the Drew Michael Taylor Foundation for “A Frozen Grief Journey” – a free grief workshop from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 26.
State Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) recently announced that he will seek re-election to continue to serve the people of Senate District 33.
Shippensburg Arts Programming & Education (SHAPE) cordially invites you to attend their art auction and membership drive at University Grille, 32 E. King St., Shippensburg, from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17. The event will feature artwork donated by several artists, live music, and intera…
Jonathan Mason, assistant superintendent of the Borough of Chambersburg Gas Department, was the guest speaker at the Chambersburg Kiwanis Club meeting Tuesday. Mason taught himself to play the Great Highland Bagpipes. Originally from Virginia, he is interested in learning about how musical i…
Welcome to “A Blast from the Past,” a feature about products, styles, fashion and fads from the past. It has been my good fortune to have been given a trunkload of old newspapers, a gift that will definitely keep on giving!
Lunch is served at 115 N. Fayette St. from 11 a.m. to noon daily, Monday through Friday. Attendees under the age of 60 pay $5 for the meal, while those over age 60 have a suggested $2 contribution. More information is available by calling (717) 300-3563. The menu is as follows:
The 104th Pennsylvania Farm Show has ended, and so has the “East Meets West” dairy tailgate party featuring three of Pennsylvania’s most beloved, buttery sports mascots – Philadelphia Eagles’ Swoop, Pittsburgh Steelers’ Steely McBeam, and Philadelphia Flyers’ Gritty.
The Greater Chambersburg Area Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for its annual Chamber Awards Breakfast, slated for 7 to 9 a.m. Thursday, March 5, at the Chambersburg Country Club. Local business and community leaders will be honored at the breakfast with awards such as:
The Shippensburg Area Senior High School Child Development class will run its free nursery school program, beginning in mid-February.
Addressing nearly 800 public officials at the Pennsylvania Farm Show today, Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding announced the opening of the last grant program made possible by the 2019 PA Farm Bill. The $1 million Farm Vitality Grant Program aims to enhance the long-term health and vitali…
The 104th Pennsylvania Farm Show wrapped up over the weekend, after hosting 500,000 visitors during the eight-day event at the Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg.
Transource Energy announced last week the selection of Harlan Electric, of Harrisburg, as the line contractor for the company’s portion of the proposed Independence Energy Connection (IEC) project.
A team from the Shippen Squares square dance club danced at the PA Farm Show Square Dance Monday evening, Jan. 6. The Shippen Squares club has regular dances on the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month at Branch Creek Place in Shippensburg. Pictured, from left, are: Kathy and Park Bierb…
State Sen. Doug Mastriano (R-33) is planning a Concealed Carry Seminar on Saturday, Jan. 25, in Fayetteville to help community residents learn more about the rights and responsibilities of gun ownership.
Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful affiliates, which are county and municipal based, collected a combined total of more than 2,168,530 pounds of electronics, 21,018 tires, 6,011 appliances and 61,122 pounds of household hazardous waste from local residents, emphasizing the continued need for dispos…
Fly tying classes
Healthy Franklin County and Wilson College are hosting a free community garden workshop from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 1, in Allen Auditorium, Warfield Hall at Wilson College. The theme of the workshop is permaculture, which is a design system for ecological and sustainable living, integ…
Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) will kick off its 100-year anniversary celebration in 2020 by bringing together volunteers in the U.S., Canada and Europe to make 6,500 comforters on one day – Jan. 18 – during an event known as The Great Winter Warm-up.
The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater continues their popular series of Interactive Murder Mysteries with “Murder at Club Babalu.”
Gov. Tom Wolf hosted a roundtable of Lehigh Valley mental health advocates and providers, legislators, and cabinet members Friday to discuss the “Reach Out PA: Your Mental Health Matters” initiative he announced last week, and to hear from the group about specific needs related to access and…
The Appell Center for the Performing Arts is excited to welcome four-time Grammy nominees and Puerto-Rican-based musician ensemble, Plena Libre, to the Strand Theatre at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 29.
Although winter comes as no surprise, many folks may not be ready for its arrival. Preparing for the hazards of a winter storm means that you are more likely to remain safe and healthy when it strikes.
Gov. Tom Wolf recently announced the approval of $4.75 million in funding through the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP), to promote community participation and collaborations among nonprofits, businesses, and residents while producing outcomes that assist a distressed area or the low-inc…
E.B. White’s “Charlotte’s Web,” the loving story of the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a little gray spider named Charlotte, will be presented at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 9, at Gettysburg College’s Majestic Theater. The show is recommended for children ages kindergarten through grade 5…
Gov. Tom Wolf announced Monday the approval of $500,000 in Ag and Youth Grants to fund 55 projects that will improve access to agriculture education in the commonwealth, with a goal of addressing the looming 75,000 workforce deficit Pennsylvania’s agriculture industry faces in the coming decade.
Communities planning for places that provide accessibility and connectivity for people — also known as active transportation — will be the focus of a web-based seminar offered at noon Wednesday, Jan. 15, by Penn State Extension.
Pennsylvania’s Agricultural Land Preservation Board recently safeguarded 2,450 additional acres on 29 farms in 16 counties through the state’s nation-leading farmland preservation program. The state board, in partnership with county boards, ended the year by preserving 209 farms (17,505 acre…
Lunch is served at 115 N. Fayette St. from 11 a.m. to noon daily, Monday through Friday. Attendees under the age of 60 pay $5 for the meal, while those over age 60 have a suggested $2 contribution. More information is available by calling: (717) 300-3563. The menu is as follows:
Upcoming Penn State Extension events include:
Pennsylvania’s Agricultural Land Preservation Board recently safeguarded 2,450 additional acres on 29 farms in 16 counties through the state’s nation-leading farmland preservation program. The state board, in partnership with county boards, ended the year by preserving 209 farms (17,505 acre…
Newburg Borough’s mayor and newest council member were sworn in Monday evening. Pictured at left, Newburg Borough Council President Nathan Shoemaker administers the oath to Mayor Melissa Negley. At right, Negley administers the oath to councilwoman Amber Metcalfe.
So here we are in the beginning of a brand new year! With this writing, I’m looking out the window at a beautiful blanket of fresh fallen snow; now that’s what I call a pretty!
The PAState Council of Farm Organizations (PSCFO) announced recently it is accepting applications for the Dedication to Agriculture Award to be awarded in Februaryof 2020.
Rep. Torren Ecker (R-Adams/Cumberland) will host his first Meet-and-Greet event of the new year at Caffe 101, located at 101 Front St. in Boiling Springs, from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 9.
The Franklin County Commissioners are pleased to announce 2019 Franklin County Tourism and Quality of Life Enhancement Grant recipients.
The PA Turnpike Commission (PTC) recently reminded customers that beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Jan. 5 tolls, will increase 6 percent for cash, E-ZPass and TOLL BY PLATE customers. The increase, approved by the commissioners last July, takes effect on all sections and extensions excluding three…
Gov. Tom Wolf today announced a focused all-agency effort and anti-stigma campaign, “Reach Out PA: Your Mental Health Matters,” aimed at expanding resources and the state’s comprehensive support of mental health and related healthcare priorities in Pennsylvania. The governor announced severa…
Gov. Tom Wolf announced recently that all 67 Pennsylvania counties have taken official action toward acquiring new voting systems. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and other national security and election security experts have urged Pennsylvania and other states to use new voting sys…
Artist Violet Oakley (1874-1961) was the first woman in America to receive a government mural commission. She embodied the ideal of the “New Woman” embraced by feminists of her era who fearlessly pushed past the limits that society imposed on them because of their gender. In recognition of t…
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