Deck the Town Contest Lights Up Chambersburg & Raises Funds for Animal Shelter
The results are in! The Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce proudly announces the winners of the 2024 “Deck the Town” holiday light display contest. This festive community event dazzled the public with 25 spectacular displays, offering a heartwarming way to celebrate the season while supporting the Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter. Participants and voters alike embraced…
Downtown Chambersburg Seeks Survey Responses and Bids for Amphitheater
Downtown Chambersburg recently made available a Community Perceptions Survey to get a better understanding of how the community perceives the downtown area. Survey responses received will help guide the organization through 2025 and 2026. Downtown Chambersburg Inc. hopes to receive over 700 responses from the community. The community is invited to take this survey at:…
CVBA Thanks First Responders with Care Packages from Business Community
Volunteers from the Cumberland Valley Business Alliance (CVBA) recently delivered care packages to 35 first responder stations throughout Franklin County as part of the 10th Annual First Responders Appreciation Day. The care packages included snacks and beverages, supplies for the stations, gift cards and more donated by businesses in the area to thank local first…
CVBA Announces Business Person of the Year and Ambassador of the Year at Annual Meeting
The Cumberland Valley Business Alliance (CVBA) recently announced Tim Henry, President & CEO of Franklin Financial Services Corporation and F&M Trust, as the 2024 Business Person of the Year and Pat Abbott of Strickler Agency as Ambassador of the Year during the Annual Meeting. The event was sponsored by WellSpan Health and hosted at Green…
Member Spotlight: Paylor Transport
From airport transfers to important meetings, weddings or casual outings with friends, Paylor Transport has top-tier professional services have got you covered from beginning to end and ensure a stress free experience. Transportation that is secure and trustworthy. We are located at 9662 Molly Pitcher Highway in Shippensburg. Whether near or far, every excursion is…
Beside the Point: Inspiring Young Hearts with Habitat
Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to speak to nearly 800 bright-eyed elementary school students in Waynesboro about the impactful work of Habitat for Humanity of Franklin County. It was a heartwarming experience to witness their eagerness to learn about the importance of safe, affordable housing in our community. As I shared stories about Habitat’s…
$2,000 Donated to Chambersburg YMCA From Pickleball Tournament
The Chambersburg Memorial YMCA recently received $2,000 raised from the 3rd Annual Rally in the Valley Pickleball Tournament hosted by the Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce. Held this past October, the event brought together nearly 100 pickleball enthusiasts of all ages from multiple states for two exciting days of doubles competition with categories for men,…
Kylie Belle Moore Named Executive Director of The Greencastle-Antrim Chamber of Commerce
The Greencastle-Antrim Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce Kylie Belle Moore as the new executive director, succeeding Debby Cunningham, who will remain with the G-A Chamber in a part-time role. Kylie, originally from Pennsylvania, moved to Franklin County in 2023 with her fiancé, bringing with her a rich background in community engagement and a…
Leadership Franklin County Youth Program Seeks Candidates for 2025-2026 Class
Leadership Franklin County (LFC) Youth, a program by the Greater Chambersburg Chamber Foundation, is now accepting applications from current ninth-grade students across Franklin County for its 2025-2026 leadership development course. LFC Youth is sponsored by Wilson College and is a unique opportunity for youth to develop leadership skills. Students from public, private or homeschool curriculums…
STARR INSURANCE COMMITS $20,000 TO FOUNDATION’S TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION CHALLENGE GRANTS
The Greater Chambersburg Chamber Foundation is pleased to announce a generous $20,000 commitment from Starr Insurance in Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) funds. The contribution will support the Chamber Foundation’s Technology Innovation Challenge Grants, which is a program designed to enhance students’ education using technology in Franklin County’s public schools. Through this funding, educators teaching…