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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 2025 SERVICE Value Award winners, Employee of the Year and Community Hero. “Franklin County is fortunate to have outstanding staff serving in every department. Many employees were deserving of these awards, making it a challenge to choose just one recipient…
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Applications For 2026 Franklin County Nursing Scholarship Now Available
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners are pleased to announce that applications for the 2026 Franklin County Nursing Scholarship are now available. The scholarship program provides financial assistance to Franklin County high school seniors who have been accepted into an accredited nursing program. Up to six one-time scholarships of $2,500 will be awarded to local students. This will…
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CLOSED – Monday, January 26, 2026
Due to inclement weather, Franklin County Government and court facilities will be CLOSED on Monday, January 26, 2026. Essential personnel should report to work as scheduled. County employees may call (717) 264-4125 to hear information on weather-related announcements. Additional delay/closure information will also be announced on the county website, www.franklincountypa.gov, and social media pages as well as the following local TV and radio stations: TV stations: …
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13 Franklin County Employees Complete Leadership Development Course
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners and county leadership are celebrating 13 employees who completed the county’s Leadership Development Program in 2025. Those who completed the class this year include: “Franklin County is blessed to have employees who seek ways to better themselves and further their careers through opportunities like the Leadership Development Program,”…
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Franklin County Plans Celebration Of Courthouse Anniversary
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners, along with President Judge Shawn Meyers, invite the public to join in a commemoration of the 160th anniversary of Franklin County’s Historic Courthouse. A special ceremony is planned for 5 p.m. Oct. 27 at the Franklin County Judicial Center, 14 N. Main St., Chambersburg. Franklin County’s Historic Courthouse…
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Trunk or Treat With Franklin County First Responders, Law Enforcement Set For Oct. 28
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Several Franklin County departments, local law enforcement agencies and first responders are joining forces to host a free Halloween celebration for area youth. The annual Franklin County First Responders and Law Enforcement Trunk or Treat will be held 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 28 at Chambersburg Area Middle School North, 1957 Scotland…
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Franklin County Releases Statement On Potential Threat To County Department
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Earlier today, Franklin County received information regarding a potential threat directed at a specific county department within the county’s Human Services Building at 425 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg. At that time, protective measures were taken to ensure members of county staff and the public were safe, thanks to a collaborative response from…
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Better Service Focus Of New County Website
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners are ringing in the new year with a new version of the county’s website, www.franklincountypa.gov. Franklin County’s new website features a fresh, modern design and offers users improved functionality and an intuitive layout. The site is also mobile responsive, making county services and information more accessible for those…
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15 Franklin County Employees Complete Leadership Development Course
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners and county leadership are celebrating 15 employees who completed the county’s Leadership Development Program. Those who completed the 2024 class include: “Our county is fortunate to have employees who are interested in and committed to improving themselves and furthering their careers through opportunities like the Leadership Development Program,”…
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County To Transition To New Website
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Beginning Wednesday, Franklin County will be transitioning to a new franklincountypa.gov. The go-live process for a new website often takes 24-48 hours. During this time, some functionality may be temporarily unavailable, or one user may see one version of the website while other users see another. This is all normal and part…
