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:

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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 …

On Saturday, July 18, the 34th Bob Baish Golf Tournament was held at the Cumberland Golf Course despite the COVID-19 pandemic. The 144 golfers played in temperatures over 90 degrees to remember Bob Baish and to support the Central

In the last two months, I've had a couple of long phone discussions with Janelle Crossley, and I find her to be the ‘real deal’ kind of person I want representing me in our state government. She shares mostly all of my views on many issues, especially on redistricting and House rule changes,…

Here in Harrisburg, any elected official will tell you the importance of accurately weighing the costs and benefits of a policy. As servants to the public it is our duty to make sure that new laws and legislation work to provide benefits to the public and their businesses. Shouldn’t we hold …

Dear Editor,

This note is to acknowledge and thank the many great firefighters, neighbors and people that helped with the barn fire on Asper Road on June 29.

As we celebrate the Fourth of July, our freedoms are in danger of disappearing.

I recently read your article about the Shippensburg Prom. Or should I say about Ms. Ridgway’s business. It is wonderful that the community is trying to put something together for the kids, however the article read as if it was a front-page advertisement for RE/MAX Prestige. It appears that s…

I just had to respond to your story and photos of the Big Spring Music Department chaired by Mr. Nobile!

I am in opposition to President Donald Trump’s attack on transgender and LGBTQ medical rights. Yesterday, we learned that President Donald Trump’s administration, further seeking to dismantle anything accomplished by the Obama administration, announced it would rescind anti-discrimination ru…

As I woke up, I watched the sunrise this morning. I watched it breathe life into the air, the birds sing their praise. Although it’s officially summer and there isn’t a cloud in the sky, I have never experienced the sun shine so dark in my lifetime. It’s breath is more of a cry for help, the…

Dear Franklin County Citizens,

I am writing this Letter to the Editor of the Shippensburg News-Chronicle concerning the photograph of the tombstone/monument of Sgt. Robert Green published on page 6 of the May 28, 2020, edition.

I am writing in response to your 5/28/2020 cover story. Whether intentional or not, the cover story politicizes the situation by shifting the focus to “Freedom” versus Gov. Wolf, which fails to address the elephant in the room -- public health. As of June 6, 39 Franklin County residents, 5,9…

Big Spring Community,

Last week, May 17 to 23, 2020, we celebrated and honored all of our EMS workers who are supporting the health and wellbeing of the citizens in our communities for their outstanding dedication and expertise.