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Mercersburg, Pennsylvania is located in Franklin County. Zip codes in Mercersburg, PA include 17236. The median home price in Mercersburg is $124,900. More Mercersburg information.

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15 hrs ago | Chambersburg Public Opinion

Greencastle Relay for Life raises huge amount of funds

The American Cancer Society's Relay For Life of Greencastle's planning committee thanks all who supported this year's effort to raise money and to honor and remember loved ones touched by this dreaded disease.

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19 hrs ago | Chambersburg Public Opinion

Many contribute to Mercersburg Springfest success

On May 11, the Tuscarora Area Chamber of Commerce held its inaugural Mercersburg Springfest.

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Yesterday | Chambersburg Public Opinion

Severe thunderstorm warning in effect until 6:30 p.m.; hail and 60 mph winds expected

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for western Franklin County and eastern Fulton County until 6:30 p.m. At 5:45 p.m., the NWS Doppler Radar indicated a severe thunderstorm was near Pecktonville, Md.

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Wed May 22, 2013

Chambersburg Public Opinion

Montgomery Township residents vote to keep Whitetail Resort dry

Voters said "no" Tuesday to the question: Do you favor the granting of liquor licenses for the sale of liquor in the Township of Montgomery? The vote was 677-495 against allowing the sale of alcohol in the township.

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Chambersburg Public Opinion

James Zeger holds on as Mercersburg mayor

Mercersburg Mayor James Zeger is the apparent winner of both the Republican and Democratic primary elections for the position he has held 10 years.

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Mon May 20, 2013

Chambersburg Public Opinion

Frisby, Jones to contend for Mercersburg mayor

This year's primary election race for Mercersburg mayor features two candidates who hope to make a positive impact on the town.

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Sun May 19, 2013

Chambersburg Public Opinion

Police charge 2 with autumn 2012 burglaries in Mercersburg

Two people have been charged following an eight-month investigation into two burglaries that resulted in the theft of thousands of dollars worth of items last fall.

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Sat May 18, 2013

Chambersburg Public Opinion

Alcohol sales, gambling on the ballot

One Franklin County township will decide Tuesday whether to allow liquor sales, and another will vote on small games of chance.

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Fri May 17, 2013

Chambersburg Public Opinion

Mercersburg area's Rock Hill Farm open house May 26 includes rose walk

A free rose walk and open house will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 26 at The Conococheague Institute's Rock Hill Farm, 12995 Bain Road, Mercersburg.

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Thu May 09, 2013

Chambersburg Public Opinion

Mercersburg's Springfest offers variety of entertainment Saturday

At Mercersburg Elementary School, a Moon Bounce will be in operation for youths, along with pony rides.

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Wed May 08, 2013

Chambersburg Public Opinion

Shippensburg's DUI deal expands coverage

Shippensburg police can now take action against people driving under the influence outside the Shippensburg Borough boundary in Franklin County.

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Tue May 07, 2013

Chambersburg Public Opinion

Presbyterian Church of the Upper West Conococheague marks 275th year

The 275th anniversary of Presbyterian Church of the Upper West Conococheague, Mercersburg, is being celebrated, and reservations for a luncheon are due by Sunday.

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Thu May 02, 2013

Chambersburg Public Opinion

FCDAC: Voters should allow Whitetail to sell alcohol

On May 21, the voters of Montgomery Township will have the opportunity to expand and enhance job-creating economic development in Franklin County.

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Wed May 01, 2013

Chambersburg Public Opinion

Community digest

Knoll placed second at state archery meet; Upperman was state rep at Angus association training session; and local choreographer to present original ballet in New York ST.

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Chambersburg Public Opinion

Concession building dedication ceremony at Rocket Stadium, Mercersburg

A dedication ceremony for the new Edwards Concession Building will be at 6 p.m. Friday at Rocket Stadium at James Buchanan High School, 4773 Fort Loudon Road.

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Tue Apr 30, 2013

Chambersburg Public Opinion

American Red Cross lifeguarding classes set for May in Mercersburg

Lifeguarding class will be at 6 p.m. May 10 in the swimming pool at James Buchanan High School, 4773 Fort Loudon Road.

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Sun Apr 28, 2013

Chambersburg Public Opinion

Mercersburg Springfest needs about 20 more vendors for May 11 event

They hope to have 80 vendors and have about 60 so far, said Mary-Anne Gordon of Tuscarora Area Chamber of Commerce.

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Thu Apr 25, 2013

Chambersburg Public Opinion

Arts in Action is Thursday at James Buchanan High School, Mercersburg

The district will host the fourth annual Arts in Action night from 6 p.m. to 8:30 Thursday at James Buchanan High School, Mercersburg.

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Chambersburg Public Opinion

Medic 209 advanced life support unit now based in Mercersburg

Waynesboro Area Advanced Life Support Unit Medic 2, the paramedic group housed at Waynesboro Hospital, this year put a new paramedic vehicle in service for Mercersburg and its three surrounding townships, Montgomery, Peters and Warren.

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