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Franklin County Commissioners Focused On Agricultural Conservation Efforts
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners continue to emphasize the importance of protecting farmland from future development by investing in agricultural preservation across the county. Now, with the commissioners’ 2023 investment in conservation efforts, Franklin County is on pace to have preserved over 21,000 acres of farmland and as many as 172 farms in…
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Martinez Named Franklin County’s March Employee Of The Month
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners proudly presented the March 2023 Employee of the Month award to Theresa Martinez during the board’s March 29 public meeting. Martinez has been employed with Franklin County since February 2010 and currently serves as a central courts coordinator with court administration. March’s Employee of the Month recipient was determined…
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Survey Shows Desire For Better, More Affordable Internet Service In Franklin County
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Results of a recent countywide survey show Franklin County residents and business owners want improved internet access and services for personal use, work, school and to conduct business. Design Nine Inc. conducted the poll as part of Franklin and Adams counties’ joint broadband community feasibility study to determine internet service needs…
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Franklin County Recognizes Red Cross Month
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed March to be Red Cross Month in Franklin County. In doing so, the commissioners are celebrating the humanitarian spirit of American Red Cross volunteers in area communities and their commitment to ensuring no one faces a crisis alone. By declaring March to be Red Cross Month…
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Franklin County Commissioners Oppose Plans For Greene Township Apartment Complex
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners today voiced their opposition to a proposed 676-unit apartment complex in Greene Township. In December, Metropolitan 4 LLC of Wyomissing applied for a conditional use permit to develop 70 acres of vacant farmland in the Guilford Hills area of Greene Township. The property is currently zoned R-1…
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Franklin County Recognizes Employees For Dedication, Outstanding Service
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners recently announced the county’s highest employee honors when naming its 2022 SERVICE Value Award winners, Employee of the Year and Community Hero. “We have so much admiration and respect for our employees, and we couldn’t do what we do without them. Their knowledge, experience and desire to leave…
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Franklin County Reveals Photo Contest Winners
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners are pleased to announce the winners of the county’s first photo contest, which drew more than 150 entries from 27 area photographers. The contest, open from mid-July through Dec. 30, asked amateur photographers to help tell the story of Franklin County by sharing images of what they…
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March Is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month In Franklin County
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed March to be Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in Franklin County and are drawing attention to the unlimited potential possessed by all residents – including individuals with developmental disabilities – to live, work and thrive in Franklin County. Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month highlights the importance of inclusion…
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Mock Named Franklin County’s February Employee Of The Month
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners proudly presented the February 2023 Employee of the Month award to Krista Mock during the board’s Feb. 22 public meeting. Mock has been employed with Franklin County since October 2020 and currently serves as a correctional officer at the Franklin County Jail. February’s Employee of the Month recipient was…
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Franklin County Plans Public Meeting On Broadband Internet Services
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners invite residents interested in broadband internet services to attend a public meeting at 6 p.m. March 7 at the Franklin County Administration Building, 272 N. Second St., Chambersburg. During this meeting, the county’s project consultant will present its findings following a recent community survey as well as community…
