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WAYNESBORO HEADLINES
The Amberson House Bed and Breakfast: Waynesboro's perfect blend of history, architecture, and hospitality
MAYOR ROYER ISSUED A DISASTER DECLARATION after Tuesday's storms caused severe flooding in Waynesboro. The borough is asking all residents to report flood-related losses. Local government has contacted the Pennsylvania Department of Emergency Management to coordinate with state officials. "The safety and recovery of our residents remain our highest priority," Mayor Royer stated. Read the full borough statement or report property damage by clicking below.
Gallery 50 and the Arts Alliance of Greater Waynesboro announce an upcoming art exhibition: "Between Worlds: Art from the Seen to the Imagined." Featuring 10 local artists, the show will debut with an artist reception on Friday, August 7, with live music performed by BBD Trio.
Green Hill Cemetery honors its cultural and natural history roots by earning an arboretum designation
Renfrew Museum and Park hosted a Revolutionary War Living History program on Saturday, with reenactors interpreting soldiers' lives during that era
Buttonwood Nature Center moves forward with campus improvements as Phase 1 of its Property Development Plan is underway
Mainstreet Waynesboro hosted the Harry Porter Pub Crawl Friday night
Mainstreet Waynesboro's 21 East Main Street Redevelopment Project nears its final stage, but needs public support to complete a signature downtown venue
The Waynesboro Borough Council approved the purchase of a new WFD ladder truck, considered a data center ordinance, and evaluated the development impact of the Transource Power Line at the July 15 meeting
The Waynesboro Police Department's 16th annual National Night Out, a free community event, is scheduled for August 4, from 6 to 8 pm at Memorial Park
Construction began on Friday for a new Habitat for Humanity home in the 400 block of Ridge Avenue in Waynesboro
This week's feature in local America 250 banners: Landis Machine Company, one of Waynesboro's industrial giants
Mainstreet Waynesboro celebrated Christmas in July at the Farmer’s Market on Saturday
A new series debuted in The Daily Boro Weekend Section: Waynesboro Farmer’s Market vendors. This week: The Pink Petal and B Sweets
FRANKLIN COUNTY NEWS
WellSpan awarded $2.8 million to strengthen care at Waynesboro and Chambersburg Hospitals
State Senator Mastriano announced $7.7 million in state funding approved for Quincy Township and Shippensburg water system improvements
Coalition to Protect Franklin County seeks citizen voices against Transource Power Line Project. Source: Franklin County Free Press
FRANKLIN COUNTY JUDGE WARNS OF REPORTED TEXT MESSAGE SCAM
Become a Franklin County Tourism Ambassador: Classes begin in August. Learn more from the F.C. Visitor Center
LOCAL HISTORY
July 1864: Two local towns held for ransom by Confederates- one escaped the Rebels wrath, the other town was torched
ENTERTAINMENT
Blue Manouche performed at Music Makers on Friday, July 31
Mainstreet Waynesboro sponsored the Harry Porter Pub Crawl. Click below to view a photo gallery
The Weinberg Center in Frederick hosts Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest, July 24 through August 2nd
Free concerts at Music Makers, every Friday, 5:30 to 8 pm, 46 W. Main St, Waynesboro
The Washington County Museum of Fine Arts hosts a new exhibition: Alphonse Mucha: Master of Art Nouveau. Through November at Hagerstown City Park
“The Otherman” takes the stage at the Weinberg Center, Thursday, July 30, in Frederick
Red Run Park summer concert series: Live Music every Sunday afternoon from 1- 4 p.m. Click below for upcoming acts
The Arts Alliance of Greater Waynesboro promotes and sponsors cultural programs that connect the community with the area's talented artists and unique venues. Watch a video that highlights AAGW's mission and its weekly/yearly events.
Buttonwood's 35th annual Jazz Fest returns August 30: An evening of free live music featuring top professional artists on an outdoor stage at the Wharf. Click below for event details
The Totem Pole Playhouse hosts "South Pacific" beginning on July 31. Click below for cast info, performance dates, and tickets
Live music and cocktails every Saturday night at Triggers Table & Taproom in Waynesboro
Summer Nights at the Y: Family fun with music, food trucks, games, and activities, began July 29, from 6-8 pm at the Waynesboro YMCA
Human Clay: A Creed tribute band at Hub City Vinyl, today, August 1, 8 pm in Hagerstown.
Tumbled Down Shack: A Summer Concert Series event presented by Mainstreet Waynesboro, Saturday, August 5, at Main Street Park in Waynesboro
A Soldier’s Journey Home: A musical fundraiser with 7 live bands. Noon to 9 pm, August 15 at Screaming Bambino at Boyer Cellars, Biglerville, PA
Music Makers hosted "Songwriters in the Round," a concert with four artists performing original songs and sharing songwriting stories
COMMUNITY AND CULTURE
Pick free sunflowers at Church of the Apostles in Wayne Heights: The field is located at the corner of Barnett Avenue and Amsterdam Road
It's time for summer peaches as two festivals celebrate the sweet season in early August. Click above for event info
Julia Shank Dawson turned 100, as family and friends gathered to celebrate her unstoppable spirit and compassionate life
Buttonwood Nature Center hosts “Splash and Science Day Camp” on August 13 from 9 am to 3 pm. Click below for details
Vote for your favorite Boro dog or pet in the Ales for Tales Photo Contest, sponsored by the Antietam Humane Society and Rough Edges Brewing. Click below for info
What thoughts and emotions did America's 250th anniversary evoke? Waynesboro citizens share their reflections
Microbiome Magic: A healthy-eating adventure lunch-and-learn. August 5 at the Franklin County Visitor Center in Chambersburg
Waynesboro Community Bulletin Board: explore and discover events and happenings, posted in public spaces around the area
Buttonwood Nature Center sponsors bimonthly “SOAR” bird walks. The next event is August 1. Click below for info
SPORTS
The Chambersburg American Legion team defeated Waynesboro 9-3 to win the Pennsylvania American Legion Region 4 Tournament
The Orioles won game one of their weekend series against the Phillies. Read the latest team news at Birds Watcher
Ryan Rasco and Caroline Matthews won individual titles at the Firecracker 5K
Remembering Kim Saunders: The beloved Waynesboro coach and community leader has died
Tadej Pogacar won his record-equaling 5th Tour de France, joining the ranks of legendary past champions. Source: NPR News
The Glenville, NY, Spartans won the 10U Mid-Atlantic Regional Cal Ripken/Babe Ruth League baseball tournament hosted in Waynesboro last weekend. The Spartans defeated Millburn, NJ, 3-1 in the final game.
The Hagerstown Flying Boxcars traveled to Gastonia this week to face the Ghost Peppers. Click below for the latest team news.
As the countdown continues toward the 2026 season kickoff, follow the latest Penn State football news at Go PSU Sports
WASHS congratulates Ryan Jenkins (All State Class 6 First Team), and Rylan Nichols (All State Class 6 Second Team) for their outstanding play during the 2026 baseball season
Racing at Williams Grove Speedway this weekend. See the full schedule
Friday’s MLB Regional Scores:
Braves 6 Nationals 2
Reds 8 Pirates 7
Orioles 6 Phillies 4
The Waynesboro Indians’ football season kicks off August 28 at Greencastle. The first home game is September 4. See the full 2026 schedule below
SWA Wrestling's "Battle in the Boro" entertained fans in Waynesboro. Click below to view a photo gallery of the action
BUSINESS
Sparks Hearing Center celebrated its Grand Opening in Chambersburg on July 15
The Waynesboro Chamber of Commerce hosts a mixer at the Alexander Hamilton Library on August 19. Click below for details and to register.
HOW MAJOR STOCK INDEXES FARED JULY 31:
DOW: 52,485 (+0.5%)
NASDAQ: 25,373 (+1%)
S&P 500: 7489 (+0.7%)
Why smart businesses start planning for the holiday season now. Source: Waynesboro Chamber of Commerce
Gus & Ted’s Tavern, a Waynesboro gathering place for 66 years, closed for the summer on July 18. No announcement issued about a reopening date
Hanover-based Utz Brands to be acquired by Germany's Intersnack Group in $2.9 billion deal. Source: Gettysburg Connection
WellSpan awarded $2.8 million to strengthen care at Waynesboro and Chambersburg Hospitals
Mainstreet Waynesboro's 21 East Main Street Redevelopment Project nears its final stage, but needs public support to complete a signature downtown venue
Business Profile: How Andrew Gehman of 2085 Productions connects businesses to their audiences through visual storytelling
CVBA Hosts Mingle in the Morning Mixer at Elm Active in Greencastle on August 7 at 7:30 am.
The Amberson House B&B: Waynesboro's blend of history, architecture, and hospitality
LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Mastriano’s ambassador nomination could trigger a special election in Franklin and Adams Counties. Source: Gettysburg Connection
Mayor Royer shares his thoughts on Waynesboro's America 250 celebration and reflects on his first year in office in the June report
The Waynesboro Borough Council approved the purchase of a new WFD ladder truck, considered a data center ordinance, and evaluated the development impact of the Transource Power Line at the July 15 meeting
PENNSYLVANIA/REGIONAL NEWS
FROM RISING PRICES TO RISING FRAUD: ONLINE SCAMS COST PENNSYLVANIANS BILLIONS. Source: The Keystone Newsroom
PITTSBURGH WANTS TO TAX SKILL GAMES. BUT THE REAL QUESTION IS WHETHER TO LIMIT THEM. Source: The Conversation
BEAVER TEST POSITIVE FOR RABIES AFTER BITING 13-YEAR-OLD BOY AT CUNNINGHAM FALLS STATE PARK. Source: CBS News
PENNSYLVANIA PASSED A LAW THAT SETS JULY 27 AS KOREAN WAR VETERANS ARMISTICE DAY. Source: Senator Mastriano
LAWMAKERS, WORKERS PLAN TO KEEP PUSHING FOR PENNSYLVANIA TO RAISE THE MINIMUM WAGE. Source: Penn Capital-Star
AROUND THE BORO
BORO AREA EVENTS THIS WEEKEND:
WIZARDING WEEKEND: Events Friday through Sunday in downtown Waynesboro. See details above
CATOCTIN MOUNTAIN ORCHARD PEACH FESTIVAL: today. See details above
HUMAN CLAY PERFORMS AT HUB CITY VINYL: tonight, 8 pm, Hagerstown. See details above
The sun sets over a cornfield on Welty Church Road, Thursday evening
DAILY BORO EXCLUSIVE FEATURES
TOP 12 LIST: A Dozen National Register of Historic Places in Waynesboro and Washington Township
DID YOU KNOW?
Franklin County has 305 dairies with 57,645 cows, an average of 189 per herd. The industry supports 5700 local jobs and has an economic impact of $1.3 billion per year. Franklin County ranks 2nd in the state for milk production.