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Franklin County Commissioners Issue Statement On Closure Of Penn State Mont Alto
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have issued the following statement on the Penn State Board of Trustees’ decision to close its Mont Alto campus: “We are deeply disappointed by the Penn State Board of Trustees’ decision to close its Mont Alto campus. Penn State Mont Alto has been a cornerstone of Franklin County…
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Franklin County Salutes Service Members, Veterans During Military Appreciation Month
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed May 2025 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 forces…
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Commissioners Issue Statement On Passing Of Starliper
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have issued the following statement on the passing of Waynesboro Mayor Richard “Dick” Starliper: “The Franklin County Commissioners are saddened by the news of Mayor Dick Starliper’s passing. Dick was a pillar of the Waynesboro community, and his decades of public service and leadership are a testament to…
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Commissioners Salute Salvation Army For Service To Franklin County
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed May 12-18, 2025, to be National Salvation Army Week in Franklin County. The Salvation Army has been serving the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of Franklin County residents since 1906. Although the organization is most visible during its holiday season Red Kettle campaign, the Salvation Army…
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Franklin County Salutes EMS Personnel During Emergency Medical Services Week
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed May 18-24, 2025, to be Emergency Medical Services Week in Franklin County. In doing so, the commissioners are encouraging all residents to recognize the vital role members of the emergency medical services (EMS) network play in safeguarding Franklin County communities 24 hours a day, seven days…
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Commissioners Highlight Educating Youth During National Prevention Week
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed May 12-18, 2025, to be National Prevention Week in Franklin County. In doing so, the commissioners are highlighting the importance of public education and awareness as well as community involvement and sharing of resources as critical elements to preventing substance use and promoting mental health to…
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Franklin County Shines Spotlight On Mental Health
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed May 2025 to be Mental Health Month in Franklin County. In doing so, the commissioners are urging residents to educate themselves on the impact mental health has on communities and to reduce the stigma shrouding the topic of mental health. No one is immune from times…
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Commissioners Salute Franklin County Correctional Officers, Jail Employees
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed May 4-10, 2025, 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 by separating those who…
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Miller Named Franklin County’s April Employee Of The Month
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners proudly presented the April Employee of the Month award to Amelia Miller during the board’s April 30 public meeting. Miller has been employed by Franklin County since August 2023 and serves as a custodial worker with the county’s property management department. April’s Employee of the Month recipient was…
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Commissioners Recognize Earth Day, Environmental Education In Franklin County
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed April 26, 2025, to be Earth Day in Franklin County. In doing so, the commissioners demonstrate their support for balancing growth with responsible environmental stewardship as well as their commitment to working with local organizations to promote environmental education across Franklin County. “As we continue to…
