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Franklin County Targets Stigma Of Mental Health
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed May 2022 to be Mental Health Month in Franklin County and are urging area residents, businesses and institutions to help reduce the stigma surrounding mental health struggles that often prevent individuals from seeking help. Mental health conditions are real and prevalent in the U.S. Statistics…
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Franklin County Celebrates Military Appreciation Month
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed May 2022 to be Military Appreciation Month and are encouraging residents to honor the commitment and sacrifice made by current, former and fallen members of all branches of the U.S. armed forces. Military Appreciation Month serves as a reminder of the important role U.S. armed…
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Franklin County Salutes Correctional Officers
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed May 1 – May 7, 2022, to be National Correctional Officers and Employees Week in Franklin County in appreciation of the men and women whose diligence and professionalism keep Franklin County communities and citizens safe. Franklin County’s correctional system is designed to protect the public…
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Boling Named Franklin County’s April Employee of the Month
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners proudly presented the April 2022 Employee of the Month award to Nicole Boling at their public meeting April 27. Boling has been employed with Franklin County since November 2019 and currently serves as a senior planner in the Franklin County Planning Department. April’s Employee of the Month recipient…
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Commissioners Show Support For Crime Victims’ Rights
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed April 24-30, 2022 to be Crime Victims’ Rights Week in Franklin County and have reaffirmed the county’s commitment to ensuring that accessible, appropriate and trauma-informed services are offered to all victims of crime. The national theme for this year’s Crime Victims’ Rights Week is “Rights,…
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April Is Safe Digging Month In Franklin County
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – This month, the Franklin County Commissioners are drawing attention to the importance of safe digging practices by recognizing April 2022 as Pennsylvania 811 Safe Digging Month in Franklin County. Safe Digging Month is promoted annually by Pennsylvania 811, a utility notification information center, in an effort to encourage homeowners, businesses and…
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Commissioners Draw Attention To Sexual Assault Awareness
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed April 2022 to be Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Franklin County and are calling upon residents and local agencies to do their part to prevent sexual violence wherever it occurs. Sexual Assault Awareness Month draws attention to the prevalence of sexual assault, abuse and harassment…
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Franklin County Shines Light On Importance Of Early Childhood Education
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed April 2022 to be Month of the Young Child and are drawing attention to the essential role early educators play in the healthy development of America’s youth. The first years of a child’s life are critical and lay the foundation for all future learning. Educational…
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Reed Named Franklin County’s March Employee of the Month
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners proudly presented the March 2022 Employee of the Month award to Paul (Ted) Reed at their public meeting April 6. Reed has been employed with Franklin County since September 1996 and currently serves as a chief deputy with the Franklin County Coroner’s Office. March’s Employee of the Month…
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Franklin County Celebrates Public Safety Telecommunicators
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed April 10-16, 2022, to be National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in Franklin County and are highlighting the vital role these dispatchers play in protecting lives, preserving property and ensuring the safety of everyone involved in emergency situations. When emergencies occur, public safety telecommunicators are the…
