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Vicki Ott of A Plus Settlement Services Inc. Shares How Title Insurance Brings Peace of Mind to Homebuyers in Chambersburg in HelloNation Magazine
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa., June 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- What hidden risks could derail your dream of homeownership in historic Chambersburg borough? Vicki Ott of A Plus Settlement Services Inc. in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, explains why investing in title insurance is a vital step in protecting your property rights and ensuring a smooth real estate transaction. In a feature published by HelloNation Magazine, Ott outlines how title insurance safeguards buyers against past ownership claims, unpaid liens, and other property history issues that standard title searches may miss. As highlighted in the article, Chambersburg's charm and community appeal make it a desirable place to buy a home. But even in this picturesque borough, historical property claims and title irregularities—such as missing signatures or antique debts—can unexpectedly surface. Title insurance acts as a protective shield, offering financial loss prevention and legal claim protection should disputes arise after closing. Ott stresses that this coverage not only secures homeownership but also fosters confident home buying by removing uncertainties from the process. Title insurance allows buyers to enjoy their investment with peace of mind, knowing their property rights are fortified. It supports a smooth closing process, reduces legal risk, and enables homeowners to focus on settling into their new space and engaging with the community. To learn more, read the full article, Ensure Peace of Mind with Title Insurance in Charming Chambersburg, in HelloNation Magazine. About HelloNationHelloNation is a premier media platform that connects readers with trusted professionals and businesses across various industries. Through its innovative 'edvertising' approach that blends educational content and storytelling, HelloNation delivers expert-driven articles that inform, inspire, and empower. Covering topics from home improvement and health to business strategy and lifestyle, HelloNation highlights leaders making a meaningful impact in their communities. Staff Writerinfo@ photo accompanying this announcement is available at in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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3 days ago
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Can this $600K grant help solve the special ed teacher shortage?
Wilson College will receive a $600,000 grant to help address Pennsylvania's teacher shortage, according to an announcement. The funding, part of a statewide initiative by Gov. Josh Shapiro's administration, will support Wilson's efforts to provide special education degrees and certifications for working paraprofessionals. 'The shortage in teachers receiving special education certifications is significantly higher than those receiving general teacher certifications,' Wilson College President Wesley R. Fugate said in the announcement. 'We aim to shrink that deficit by offering more opportunities for individuals who have the passion and heart to educate one of our most vulnerable populations.' The grant will allow Wilson College to continue its commitment to teacher education by serving the needs of local school districts. 'Wilson College is honored to partner with the Chambersburg Area School District and the Lincoln Intermediate Unit to provide an opportunity for paraprofessionals to earn their bachelor's degree in special education and certification,' Lynn Newman, Wilson's director of education and associate professor of education, said in the announcement. 'Our goal is to offer a strong mentorship and academic path during their time in the classroom, as well as professional development.' The funding is part of a broader $7.76 million allocation through the Commonwealth's Supporting Certified Teacher Registered Apprenticeship Programs. This initiative allows aspiring educators, paraprofessionals and emergency-certified teachers to earn full teacher certification while working in schools. The program is fully funded through the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, which permits states to allocate a portion of their federal allotment for statewide priorities. For more information about Wilson College's Teacher Certification Pathway program, go to This story was created by Janis Reeser, jreeser@ with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at or share your thoughts at with our News Automation and AI team. The Public Opinion, The Record Herald, Echo-Pilot are growing their local news This article originally appeared on Chambersburg Public Opinion: Wilson College gets $600K to help fix Pennsylvania's teacher gap
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31-05-2025
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Carnival, concert, farmers' markets, festivals, more: June things to do in Franklin County
While summer may not officially arrive until the end of June, there's no reason why you can't start enjoying the season now. Check out these events happening in and near Franklin County in June. Farmers markets around Franklin County opened in late May. Check them out for fresh food and other finds: North Square Farmers Market: 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays through Nov. 15, Chambers Fort Park, 40 Spring St., Chambersburg; Franklin Yards Farmers Market: 4-7 p.m. Thursdays through Sept. 25, GearHouse Brewing Co., 253 Grant St., Chambersburg; Market at the Park Farmers Market: 8:30 to noon Saturdays through Sept. 27, Main Street Park, 25 E. Main St., Waynesboro; 7 p.m. Friday, June 6 and 1 p.m. Saturday, June 7 Capitol Theatre, 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg Chambersburg Ballet Theatre Co. will go all out with "Cinderella"-themed events in celebration of the company's 25th anniversary. The world premiere of CBT Artistic Director Brian Grant's retelling of the classic fairytale will be on state at Capitol Theatre both days. The first show Friday evening is ticketed at $15 and includes a Q&A and a ticket for a free small or popcorn or drink. The Saturday show is free to attend, courtesy of the Palmer Family Foundation and franklin County Community Foundation, funds of the Foundation for Enhancing Communities. For tickets and more information, go to 3-8 p.m. Saturday, June 13 Jim's Farmers Market, 255 Grant St., Chambersburg Jim's Farmers Market will celebrate its 45th year in business with a big party. Guests will find food trucks, craft and retail vendors, games, free samples, face painting, bounce houses and entertainment. Adults 21 and over won't want to miss the Montezuma's margarita bar. Neighoring businesses GearHouse Brewing Co. and Omega Coffee will offer outdoor sales. Omega will also host live music 7-9:30 p.m. The first Jim's Birthday Bash in 2023 celebrated both the 43rd year in business and the company's 40th year at its current location in what used to be a train maintenance facility. Note to regular farmers' market customers: The front parking lot will close at 1:30 p.m. Parking will be available in the back and side lots. During the event, additional parking will be located at Omega and in the grass lots on Kennedy Street. Friday, June 13 to Saturday, June 21 Mont Alto Fire Co. Event Complex, 603 S. Main St., Mont Alto Carnival season is here, and the festivities kick off in Mont Alto on June 13. Guests can ride all night for one price with Snyder's Amusements ($5 off on Monday for Family Night), and there will be 25-cent bingo and games of chance every night. A full lineup of live music is scheduled through the week (listed in order): Derek Heidel Country Music, Hot Fun Band, Wallacetown FIVE, Bobby D and the Truck Stop Burritos, The Reagan Years, Great Train Robbery, Amish Outlaws, Dean Crawford and Dunn's River Band, and Chad Laughlin Band. The kitchen opens at 5:30 p.m. every day. Don't miss the fireworks on June 20 at 9:45 p.m. For more information, go to Take a relaxing ride: East Broad Top Railroad in Rockhill Furnace named in USA TODAY Top 10 list. Find out why. 1-4 p.m. Saturday, June 14 South Mountain Fairgrounds, 615 Narrows Road, Biglerville Take a ride just past Franklin County's eastern border to check out this event, marketed as one of the premier cider festivals in the U.S. More than 30 cider makers will serve up 100-plus varieties of the alcoholic beverage made from the fermented juice of apples. There will also be retail vendors, food trucks, live music, educational opportunities and more. Free water will be available all day. Attendance is restricted to adults 21 and older. Buy tickets — $33.37 for general admission and $11.87 for designated drivers (both include 10% fee) through Friday, June 20 to Sunday, June 22 Capitol Theatre, 159 S. Main St., Chambersburg Chambersburg Community Theatre takes on the award-winning 2012 musical about a man who partners with a cabaret performer and drag queen to produce a line of high-heeled boots and save the shoe factory he inherited from his father. Showtimes are 7 p.m. Friday, 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. For tickets — $25 for adults, $20 for seniors 65-plus and for $15 for children 12 and under — go to Parental guidance is suggested for kids. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 21 Downtown Waynesboro, between Broad to Potomac streets This annual car show, hosted by Mainstreet Waynesboro and Buchanan Automotive, will take place in a larger area this year. Trophies will be awarded at 2:15 p.m. to the top 30 entries and in best-of-show categories. The first 250 vehicles registered will receive dash plaques. There is no admission fee for spectators. Proceeds benefit Mainstreet Waynesboro and charities supported by the Appalachian Golden Classics Club. More information: Grade reconfiguration: CASD moves forward with plan for 3 new schools and $217M in borrowing 6 p.m. Saturday, June 28 Green Grove Gardens, 1032 Buchanan Trail East, Greencastle Fans of glam metal and hair metal bands of the 1980s: Great White and Slaughter will co-headline the next show at Green Grove Gardens. Known for songs such as "One Bitten, Twice Shy" and "Up All Night," concertgoers will relive the bands' glory days. Get tickets, $41.08, via Eventbrite. 3-9 p.m. Saturday, June 28 GearHouse Brewing Co., 253 Grant St., Chambersburg GearHouse is bringing back its bluegrass festival after a successful outing in 2024. The bands Bluegrass Jammers, New Way Drive, West Branch 3 and Jerry Rigged will perform throughout the day. Guests can enter for free and purchase food and drinks at GearHouse or buy $30 VIP tickets that come with two beverage tickets good for beer, cider or wine, guaranteed seating in a VIP only section in the shade, and a dedicated outdoor restroom. Check out the Facebook event page for details and the link to buy tickets. If you or your organization is hosting an event that you would like us to consider for publication in a future "things to do" column, email details to asouth@ at least three weeks before start of the month in which the event takes place. This article originally appeared on Waynesboro Record Herald: June events Franklin County, PA: Carnival, concerts, festivals
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19-05-2025
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There's an election on May 20: What to know about local primaries in Franklin County
Franklin County Republicans will have the opportunity to cast votes in a number of contested races in the municipal primary election on Tuesday. Democrats will also nominate candidates to move on to the general election in November, but there is minimal competition this year. The county's 73 polling places will open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. Those who are voting by mail-in or absentee ballot must drop off their ballot by 8 p.m. at the Franklin County Administration Building, 272 N. Second St., Chambersburg (at this point, it won't get there in time by mail). Only voters registered as Republicans or Democrats can vote in primary elections in Pennsylvania. Republicans far outnumber Democrats in Franklin County. To check your registration status, find your polling place or to obtain other related information, go to and choose the "Departments" tab and then "Elections and Voter Registration." Here is a rundown of the races and candidates that will appear on primary ballots in Franklin County. There are two contested races in the Republican primary for spots on Chambersburg Area School District's Board of Directors. John J. Patterson is challenging incumbent Faye Gaugler to represent Region 1, which includes Letterkenny and Lurgan townships and the third and sixth precincts in Greene Township. Gaugler, who is currently the school board's vice president and is seeking a second four-year term as director, also filed to run in the Democratic primary — giving her a chance to move to the general election no matter what. Candidate Amy Weibley also cross-filed to run in both primaries in hopes of representing Region 4, which includes Chambersburg 5-1 and Guilford Township's first precinct. Gary Piper will compete against her for the Republican nomination. Current Region 4 Director Lance Walker did not seek re-election. Sherian Diller is running unchallenged for a second term in Region 3, and no one filed to run against Edward Norcross as he seeks a fourth term representing Region 6. Chambersburg Borough Council has one race in the Republican primary. In the second ward, incumbent Tom Newcomer is being opposed by Austin Rosenbaum. Shannon M. Jackson is the only Democratic candidate. The incumbents in each of the remaining four wards are running unopposed in the Republican primary (appointee Jamie Boden is also running for a two-year term in the fourth ward) while their eventual general-election challengers are all Democrats running uncontested this time. There are a few township supervisor races in the Republican primary: Jeff Rockwell and Russell Lake in Hamilton Township, Bruce Adams and Brian Zimmerman in Lurgan. The only race in Greencastle or Antrim Township is for the township tax collector, which has two Republican candidates. There is no competition in either party for Greencastle Borough Council, Greencastle-Antrim school board or Antrim Township supervisor. Five candidates will compete for four opportunities to move to the general election in the Republican primary for Tuscarora school board. The candidates are Mary Sue Hartman, Kevin R. Hoffman, Jack Hawbaker, Devin Rotz and Erich E. Hawbaker. Hawbaker and Rotz will also appear on the Democratic ballots. The Borough of Waynesboro has several Republican races for Borough Council and mayor. Dade Royer, who currently represents the first ward on council, is running for mayor against Douglas Carranza. There are no Democratic candidates, so the winner of the primary will effectively win the position. For Borough Council, Todd Blake and Janeen McChesney are vying to represent the first ward and Brandon Boldyga and Ascohi Helman will compete in the second ward. Randy Schriver is the only candidate in the third ward. The GOP candidate for the one Washington Township seat will be determined in the primary, with voters choosing between Lindsay Weaver and Steven McRae. No Democrats are running for the township school board seat. In the Borough of Waynesboro, there are two Republican candidates for two posts, Shane Harkins and Bradley Kiracofe. No Democrats are running. In Quincy Township, Richard Wagaman is challenging Alan Peck for township supervisor. Amber South can be reached at asouth@ This article originally appeared on Chambersburg Public Opinion: 2025 primary: There are some GOP races in Franklin County
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13-05-2025
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Chambersburg borough has one contested race in the 2025 primary
All Chambersburg Borough Council incumbents whose terms end this year are running opposed for re-election, but only one race will be on the ballot in Tuesday's primary election. Incumbent Tom Newcomer will face real estate agent Austin Rosenbaum in the Republican primary on May 20. Rosenbaum would take steps to cut spending, address inefficiencies, increase transparency and address rising crime in the borough, according to his campaign website. In particular, he said he opposed the borough's $4.5 million purchase of the Southgate Shopping Center and wants to develop a plan to sell it while still ensuring the property supports growth and revitalization in the downtown. Those who follow local government may recognize Rosenbaum's name, as he has presented information on real estate projects and shared his views during public comment time. He is also involved as a board member of the borough's planning and zoning and shade tree commissions, as well as the Chambersburg Area Education Foundation and Franklin County Planning Commission. As a previous second ward councilperson and mayor, Newcomer is not a newcomer to borough government. He is seeking a second consecutive term this time around. The winner of the Republican nomination in Chambersburg's second ward will go on to challenge Democrat Shannon M. Jackson in November. CASD school board primary: Meet the candidates for Chambersburg school board, Region 4: Amy Weibley and Gary Piper CASD school board election: Meet the Chambersburg school board, Region 1 candidates: Faye Gaugler and John Patterson Other Chambersburg borough candidates on primary ballots are (all Republicans listed are incumbents): Ward 1: Republican Allen Coffman and Democrat David R. Wilson Ward 3:: Republican Dom Brown and Democrat Curtis N. Shoup Ward 4: Republican Stacy Short and Democrat Lucinda Butler, and Republican appointee Jamie Boden is the lone candidate for a two-year term. Ward 5: Republican Weston Waytow and Democrat Amdrew Kilbride. Also unopposed in the Republican primary, Mayor Kenneth Hock is running for re-election to a second term. Pending any successful write-in candidates, he will face the sole Democratic candidate, former second ward councilperson John "Sean" A. Scott III. On Election Day on May 20, polls are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mail-in and absentee ballots must be received by the Voter Registration Office at the Franklin County Administration Building (272 N. Second St., Chambersburg) by 8 p.m. May 20. Amber South can be reached at asouth@ This article originally appeared on Chambersburg Public Opinion: Chambersburg primary election: Boro's only race is in the second ward
