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Notice Of Public Hearing On Proposed Franklin County Community Block Grant Programs
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners invite residents to offer feedback and comments on proposed projects and budget for Franklin County’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for fiscal year 2024. A public hearing will be held at 2 p.m. Sept. 23 at the Franklin County Administration Building at 272 N. Second St., Chambersburg. Details…
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Franklin County Commissioners Recognize Recovery Month
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed September to be National Recovery Month in Franklin County. In doing so, the commissioners are encouraging residents to celebrate the strength and resiliency of individuals on their journey to recovery while also highlighting the services available to those who are struggling with substance use disorders. Now…
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Franklin County Commissioners Issue Statement On Proposed Facility For Immigrant Children
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have issued the following statement regarding proposed plans for a transitional housing facility for unaccompanied immigrant children on the campus of the former Scotland School for Veterans Children: “The Franklin County Commissioners have heard from many residents who have concerns about proposed plans to adapt the former…
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Franklin County Highlights Hunger Action Month
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed September to be Hunger Action Month in Franklin County in an effort to raise awareness of food insecurity and the available resources that can help end hunger in local communities. Hunger Action Month is a national campaign that highlights hunger issues facing communities across the…
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Long Named Franklin County’s August Employee Of The Month
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners proudly presented the August 2024 Employee of the Month award to Zachary Long during the board’s Aug. 28 public meeting. Long has been employed by Franklin County since February 2022 and serves as an administrative assistant in the county’s planning department. August’s Employee of the Month recipient was determined…
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Franklin County, Penn National Cancel Veterans Affairs Golf Tournament
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners and Penn National Golf Club & Inn have made the difficult decision to cancel the 8th Annual Franklin County Veterans Affairs Golf Tournament, scheduled for Aug. 30. The decision was made after an unknown individual made an unspecified threat directed at tournament participants earlier this week. “The…
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Scott Named Franklin County’s July Employee Of The Month
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners proudly presented the July 2024 Employee of the Month award to Tyler Scott during the board’s Aug. 8 public meeting. Scott has been employed by Franklin County since February 2019 and serves as a probation officer with the county’s adult probation department. July’s Employee of the Month recipient was…
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Franklin County Commissioners Bringing Board Meeting To Path Valley
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners are pleased to announce the board’s Aug. 21 public meeting will be held at the Fannett-Metal Elementary School. The Aug. 21 meeting will be the second of the commissioners’ quarterly “on the road” public board meetings to be held at off-site locations around Franklin County. The meeting…
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Franklin County Awards Six Nursing Scholarships
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners are pleased to announce the 2024 recipients of the county’s nursing scholarship program. Six area high school graduates will each receive a one-time $2,500 scholarship to pursue a career in nursing. Since 2017, the scholarship program has provided financial assistance to 48 Franklin County high school seniors pursuing…
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Eichelberger Named Franklin County’s June Employee Of The Month
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners proudly presented the June 2024 Employee of the Month award to Cody Eichelberger during the board’s July 10 public meeting. Eichelberger has been employed by Franklin County since January 2018 and serves as a probation officer with the county’s adult probation department. June’s Employee of the Month recipient was…
