NASCAR star Kasey Kahne runs with Outlaws at Hagerstown Speedway

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Baltimore Orioles pitching prospect Bundy draws crowd at Suns game

With the Baltimore Orioles’ pitching prospect expected on the mound at Municipal Stadium on Sunday, the question was, would Orioles... more...

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Meeting on stadium proposal draws concerns about parking, public input

Several people expressed concerns about plans for a multiuse facility in downtown Hagerstown, the lack of a public hearing about the... more...

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Robin Gibb dies at 62; rose to pop fame as one-third of the Bee Gees

Robin Gibb, a singer and songwriter who joined two of his brothers in forming the Bee Gees pop group that helped define the sound of the... more...

Robin Gibb | 1949 - 2012

Robin Gibb and the Bee Gees: More than disco kings [video]

Robin Gibb of the Bee Gees hospitalized for intestinal surgery

Suppliers to local small businesses see signs of gradual economic revival

Amid the bags of ice, cases of two-ply toilet tissue and stacks of lumber being delivered to Washington County businesses, there are signs... more...

Potomac River tuber clung to rock overnight until rescued by anglers

A Frederick, Md.-area man who was tubing on the Potomac River with friends Saturday and got separated from them clung to a rock overnight in... more...

Investigators probe cause of fire that heavily damages historic home

A Saturday afternoon fire on Harpers Ferry Road caused damage to an attic and second floor of a house that was probably built around the... more...

NASCAR star Kasey Kahne runs with Outlaws at Hagerstown Speedway

Baltimore Orioles pitching prospect Bundy draws crowd at Suns game

Meeting on stadium proposal draws concerns about parking, public input

Robin Gibb dies at 62; rose to pop fame as one-third of the Bee Gees

Suppliers to local small businesses see signs of gradual economic revival

Potomac River tuber clung to rock overnight until rescued by anglers

Investigators probe cause of fire that heavily damages historic home

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On the Campaign Trail - May 21

GOP chair dines with Dems

Garage fire near Clear Spring destroys truck, mowers

A Sunday morning garage fire northeast of Clear Spring destroyed a 2002 Chevy pickup and damaged three riding lawn mowers and other...

What's Wrong With This Picture? - May 21

The problem: A railroad crossing on East Oak Ridge Drive just outside Hagerstown. Vehicles heading toward Md. 65 bounce...

Washington Co. schools getting new principals

Four principal moves were included in a package of personnel changes approved by the Washington County Board of Education last week.

Server job provides office worker with a side order of fun and family

When Bruce Massey moved to the area 31 years ago, he found himself with time on his hands. By day, he settled into his full-time job with...

Firefighters battle fire on Harpers Ferry Road

Firefighters battled a blaze for several hours Saturday night at 4231 Harpers Ferry Road in Sharpsburg.

Railroad Heritage Days is about celebrating Hagerstown's train history

The Wright boys — Chandler, Braddock, Abram and Oliver — were all aboard for Railroad Heritage Days.

Kids Alive Fest 2012 promotes child safety

Kelly Herd’s 2-year-old daughter, Lila, doesn’t like getting into her car seat.

Izaak Walton League hosts Wounded Warrior Day to show gratitude, support for combat veterans

When the sun goes down, anxiety sets in.

Smithsburg Pride Days about 'unity in community'

The 19th annual Smithsburg Pride Days was about “trying to put the unity in community,” event chairperson Tonya Meadows said.

Group protests genocide in Ethiopia in Thurmont square

Protesters speaking out against genocide in Ethiopia took to Thurmont's main intersection Saturday, when a G-8 Summit in nearby Camp David...

Frederick County recycling program Q&A

Advocates of a county-backed curbside recycling program often cite Frederick County’s program as a model. Annmarie Creamer,...

Waynesboro teachers contract talks continue with more planned

Ongoing teacher negotiations in the Waynesboro Area School District now involve a retired schools superintendent acting as mediator.

Pa. attorney general says caseload is at all-time high

Linda L. Kelly can now add “commencement speaker” to her long résumé, which includes 30 years as a prosecutor,...

Wilson College graduates advised to 'appreciate each day'

After being told Sunday afternoon their life’s journey will have twists and turns, Wilson College graduates received their diplomas...

Spring Garden Fest at Antietam Farm an opportunity for visitors to get gardening

Antietam Historical Association held its second annual Spring Garden Fest at Antietam Farm on Lyons Road on Saturday.

Antietam Watershed Association celebrates 10-year anniversary

Community members, local officials and state leaders helped the Antietam Watershed Association (AWA) celebrate its 10-year anniversary on...

'Walker' participating in Greencastle Relay for Life inspirational

Watching 66-year-old Dorothy Kuhn slowly inch her walker around Greencastle-Antrim High School’s track on Friday for the start of...

Former Washington County band director to be arraigned July 5

A former local band director who was charged earlier this month in a domestic dispute that ended in a three-vehicle crash near Philadelphia,...

Chambersburg Area Hospital Auxiliary awards scholarships to students

The Chambersburg Area Hospital Auxiliary recently held its spring luncheon at Chestnut Landing Menno Haven Northgate Common.

Weekend calendar - May 19

19th-century garden party

Director of Tayamentasachta keeps her job

Kerri Barnes cried tears of joy and leaped into the air with her arms outstretched after a split board vote enabled her to keep her job as...

Local community rallies to collect egg cartons for food pantry

Sometimes the smallest acts of kindness mean the most.

Possible teacher work stoppage could affect pool opening in Waynesboro

A teachers strike in the Waynesboro Area School District could affect the opening days of the community’s public Northside Pool,...

Fire destroys Gerrardstown home

Fire destroyed a two-story house in the Glenwood Forest subdivision Sunday night, according to a Back Creek Valley Fire Department...

Jim Exline's rainbow of irises a feast for the eyes

Nearly 40 years ago, Jim Exline’s wife, Twana, asked him to plant a row of dahlias to brighten up their yard.

Hedgesville fire destroys home in Laurel Ridge

A fire Saturday afternoon in the Laurel Ridge subdivision destroyed a two-story home and damaged two others, according to Hedgesville...

Enola, Pa. man to be executive director of Berkeley/Jefferson Day Report Center

The new executive director of the Berkeley/Jefferson Day Report Center has been commuting from the Harrisburg, Pa., area since he started...

New Blue Ridge Community and Technical College generating excitement

The excitement among the faculty and staff of Blue Ridge Community and Technical College was apparent Friday as they visited their future...

W.Va. pastor to retire after 42 years of service

The Rev. Richard A. Kroll, lead pastor at Asbury United Methodist Church in Charles Town, has announced his retirement after 42 years of...

W.Va. fifth grader is a handwriting champ

(AP) — Fifth-grader Alyssa Peyton soars at the slashes and swirls of classic handwriting.

Berkeley County Sheriff's office addressing promotions overdue for some and promotions given to others that should not have been

Acting on a circuit court order, the Berkeley County Deputy Sheriffs’ Civil Service Commission has determined four deputies...

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Kahne attracts crowd, but Dollansky wins World of Outlaws event

Race fans flocked to Hagerstown Speedway on Sunday to catch a glimpse of NASCAR Sprint Cup Series superstar Kasey Kahne.

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