I would like to thank Franklin County Democrats on behalf of Sheri Morgan and myself for our victory in the recent primary election. We look forward to representing you and our Democratic values at State Committee meetings. I would also like to thank Trish and Dave Cordell for their last 6-p…

I was in Shippensburg this Memorial Day weekend and was happy to see all the Veterans’ banners hanging from the poles, but that happiness soon changed when I found no banners of Veterans were displayed downtown; all that was downtown were banners from Shippensburg University. I spoke to a fr…

The Humane Society of the United States just released its 10th annual Horrible Hundred report on problem puppy mills and once again Pennsylvania has a number on the list including one right here in Newville, (pages 66-70). The Newville facility is in the annual report for the fifth year. Iss…

I’m writing to share my thoughts on HB-972, also known as the “Fairness in Women’s Sports Act” that was introduced by Rep. Gleim and passed through the House.

Dear Editor,

To the SASD School Board:

Quoted from the dedication program of Shippensburg Memorial Park: “The purpose of this booklet is to give a brief account of the efforts made by Shippensburg people to provide the Veterans Memorial Park now ready for dedication and use this 4 September 1950. At the close of World War II, loc…

Mr. Past President,

Cumberland County has a long and respected history of civic values. My great-grandfather, Eli Shuman, bought a farm in Cumberland County in 1860, moving from Lancaster County. Albert U. Shuman, his son, my grandfather, worked the farm with my grandmother, Catherine, until 1944. They went to …

We, the undersigned local Jewish and other organizations of Pennsylvania, are joining together to object to State Sen. Doug Mastriano’s appropriation of Jewish symbols at a recent event announcing his candidacy for Pennsylvania governor. At this event, a man associated with Mastriano’s campa…

To the Editor:

I used to sing, “Where have all the flowers gone?” Now I’m singing, “Where have all the good Republicans gone?”

Close your eyes and imagine what Christmas would be like if you lived alone, with no one around to experience the holiday? How would it feel to sit alone and have a can of beans for dinner while others celebrated with food, presents and each other.

Editor,

It is that time of year again. At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, the guns along the Western Front finally fell silent. (Well, most of them did anyway, as the last guns to be stilled did so only by nightfall). The Germans had asked for an immediate ceasefire during a…

On July17, 2021, the 35th Annual Bob Baish Memorial Golf Tournament was held at the Cumberland Golf Course.

To anyone younger than the age of 20, the memory of the tragedy of Sept. 11, 2001, may seem surreal. However, for those of us that experienced it first-hand, it remains one of those historic days etched in your memory for all the wrong reasons. America rallied in the days and years thereafte…

Who owns the former Lowe’s building? The answer I received from asking the township was Shippensburg L LLC. Who is Shippensburg L LLC? Upon further investigation, I was told that this is referred to C/O Oberdier Ressmeyer, 655 Third Ave., 28th floor, New York, NY 10017. Who are the people be…

Someone told me that a Georgian woman recently compared the COVID-19 public health safety measures to the Holocaust. This seemed too ignorant and hateful to be true -- although no, someone did make that comparison.

To the Editor:

In contrast to complaints in the media regarding voting experiences elsewhere in the state and nation, I wish to pass along the exclusively positive feedback that I have heard from voters in Cumberland County concerning the new voting machines -- first used in 2020. Voters comment to me most…

Recently a story was in the Chronicle about the Parx Casino proposed for Shippensburg. The story made it appear that the casino coming is definite and that the upcoming meeting with the PA Gaming Board concerns licensing of slot machines only. Please announce the meeting is at the Luhrs Conf…

Primary Election Day is coming on May 18.

Voters of Cumberland County:

As you may know, I am the District Attorney of Cumberland County and a former Court of Common Pleas Judge.  I want to tell you how important it is for you to vote for Michelle Sibert for Court of Common Pleas Judge on May 18.

First Assistant District Attorney Michelle Sibert, Cumberland County victims’ best friend, criminals’ worst enemy, yet always fair and empathetic to all involved.

As many survivors, I have learned to cope not only with the emotional consequences of the murder of my daughter, Randi Trimble, but also with the ongoing traumatizing effects of the legal aftermath.

To PA State Sen. Douglas Mastriano,

I was extremely disappointed to read the article in your April 8 edition, “State Reps. introduce bill to keep women’s sports fun and fair.” The headline, especially, is a misrepresentation of this discriminatory legislation. “Fun and fair??” I can assure you that the targets of this legislat…

As we begin to put the pandemic behind us and rebuild our economy, the Shippensburg region has an added reason to celebrate. Shippensburg Township supervisors have approved a proposal from Greenwood Gaming and Entertainment to operate a Parx casino by redeveloping an abandoned facility at th…

Dear Editor:

Nursing home care is vital to older Americans and affects us all. Throughout my career in nursing home administration, I have seen too many times that the lack of staffing is a problem that harms people and prevents quality care.

Dear Editor,

Calling All Moderates,

Dear Denise Bonura,

Good afternoon,

As with many events, the PA Farm Show was forced to go virtual because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

While recently visiting my “Hometown Proud Market,” I ran into a friend in the far corner of the store without a shopping cart or single item in hand. When asked if he was walking through the store for his health, his response was: “I was looking for one of the Saylor brothers to thank them …

To: Denise Bonura, Editor:

To:

I wish to thank everyone who remembered me on my 100th birthday. Those who sent cards, letters, phone calls, food, flowers, and the people who attended the virtual celebration with horns blowing, balloons and masked party celebration outdoors. 

Not only do our legislators choose their voters by drawing their own districts by gerrymandering, but they have empowered their leadership to severely limit their own participation in the bill-making process. Only the ruling party makes the rules. How can it be that bills enjoying that overw…

I thank everyone for the support and votes that you gave me in our drive and determination to more fully represent the people of Pennsylvania House District 199.

Janelle Kayla Crossley is running for the House of Representatives in District 199, in Cumberland County. I have been impressed with her ability to listen to, and understand, others. She volunteers and works in the community of Carlisle and surrounding areas, where she hears people’s concerns.

Cumberland County voters face big decisions. The presidential election dominates the news, yet we know actions at state and local levels are where things get done. In the 199th Legislative District, we have Janelle Crossley, whom voters can send as our representative to Harrisburg with her c…

It’s that time of year again! The days grow shorter, the air gets cooler. Apple harvesting, pumpkin picking, corn mazes, playing in the leaves. However, one seasonal staple to not forget, especially this year, is getting a flu vaccine.

We all want the opportunity to elect representatives who are caring individuals, people who put their compassion into practice every day. Janelle Kayla Crossley, Democratic candidate for the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in District 199, gives voters the chance to do just that. The p…

A note to the Never-Trumpers, former Republicans and “moderate” Democrats. The Bushes, McCains, Kristols who think things will go back to “normal” if they can just replace Trump. Things will not go back to the good old days. Biden is not a moderate. He says now he is not a Socialist, but he …