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Did you know? What Chambersburg native is the inventor of the first "hook & ladder" device used by fire departments across the country and around the world? |
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THE ANSWER: Joseph Winters |
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Christmas in Franklin County.wmv Enjoy the Holidays in Franklin County, PA! |
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Franklin County Farmers Markets Explore the bounty of Franklin County! Excellent farmers market are held in Mercersburg, Chambersburg, and at Penn National Golf Community. Be a locavore! Roadside stands abound and stores such as Windy Knoll and Trickling Springs Creamery offer up good eats everyday day! |
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PA CIVIL WAR TRAILS: Franklin County - Thaddeus Stevens Speaks on the Burning of Chambersburg A living history actor in the PA PAst Players troupe portrays Thaddeus Stevens speaking on the Burning of Chambersburg. |
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PA CIVIL WAR TRAILS: Franklin County - The Dolly Harris Story PA CIVIL WAR TRAILS: Franklin County - The Dolly Harris Story |
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This year marks the 50th Anniversary of Franklin County native, Nellie Foxs selection as the 1959 American League Most Valuable Player. Fox was born in St. Thomas, Pennsylvania. He was selected as the MVP of the American League in 1959. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1997. |
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Franklin County is beautiful in spring--a sure cure for your cabin fever! |
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Rest Relax Revitalize Your great moments are waiting in Franklin County PA. www.ExploreFranklinCountyPA.com 866.646.8060 |
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Bring your bike, take a hike, or just relax and enjoy the clear, blue autumn skies and the vibrant hues. Refresh yourself this weekend...explore Franklin County. |
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If you missed the Great Race in Chambersburg, you can see it here. It was another great moment in Franklin County! |
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A look inside the first winery in the history of Franklin County, PA |
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2011 marks 100 years of flight in Franklin County. Just ten years after the Wright Brothers, Paul Peck soared above Chambersburg PA. |
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1864 The Burning is set for July 21, 2012. On July 30, 2864, Confederate General John McCausland delivered a ransom demand of $500,000 in Yankee currency or $100,000 in gold. When the town did not meet the demand, the core of Chambersburg was set ablaze. 1864 The Burning is a re-enactment using lights. It is so real, you will think it is actually ablaze. |
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Food Fight on 11/30 Episode 3 - Hot Wings Local foodies Scott Hershberger and Geof Lambert are on a mission--to eat the best food in Franklin County, and what better way to find it than to take to the crossroads of Route 11 & 30. With the help of Benjamin Franklin and the Franklin County Visitors Bureau, Hershberger and Lambert launched from downtown Chambersburg, the nexus of 11/30, in search of the best Hot Wings. Hershberger-- representing Team Scott--came back with The Cottage Pub & Restaurant, Lambert--representing Team Geof--returned with Twin Dragon Chinese Restaurant, and then came the challenge--FOOD FIGHT on 11/30. Franklin County Visitors Bureau http://www.ExploreFranklinCountyPA.com/ https://www.facebook.com/FCVBen ProArts Advertising & Production http://www.ProArtsMedia.com https://www.facebook.com/ProArtsMedia |
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Food Fight on 11/30 Pilot Episode - Crab Cakes Local foodies Scott Hershberger and Geof Lambert are on a mission--to eat the best food in Franklin County, and what better way to find it than to take to the crossroads of Route 11 & 30. With the help of Benjamin Franklin and the Franklin County Visitors Bureau, Hershberger and Lambert launched from downtown Chambersburg, the nexus of 11/30, in search of the best crab cakes. Hershberger-- representing Team Scott--came back with The Orchards, Lambert--representing Team Geof--returned with EJ's Grill, and then came the challenge--FOOD FIGHT on 11/30. Franklin County Visitors Bureau http://www.ExploreFranklinCountyPA.com/ https://www.facebook.com/FCVBen ProArts Advertising & Production http://www.ProArtsMedia.com |
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Food Fight on 11/30 Episode 2 - Tacos Local foodies Scott Hershberger and Geof Lambert are on a mission--to eat the best food in Franklin County, and what better way to find it than to take to the crossroads of Route 11 & 30. With the help of Benjamin Franklin and the Franklin County Visitors Bureau, Hershberger and Lambert launched from downtown Chambersburg, the nexus of 11/30, in search of the best Taco. Hershberger-- representing Team Scott--came back with Tito's Taco, Lambert--representing Team Geof--returned with El Sombrero, and then came the challenge--FOOD FIGHT on 11/30. Franklin County Visitors Bureau http://www.ExploreFranklinCountyPA.com/ https://www.facebook.com/FCVBen ProArts Advertising & Production http://www.ProArtsMedia.com https://www.facebook.com/ProArtsMedia |
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Food Fight on 11/30 Episode 3 - Special Hot Wings Eating Competition Local foodies Scott Hershberger and Geof Lambert are on a mission--to eat the best food in Franklin County, and what better way to find it than to take to the crossroads of Route 11 & 30. With the help of Benjamin Franklin and the Franklin County Visitors Bureau, Hershberger and Lambert launched from downtown Chambersburg, the nexus of 11/30, in search of the best Hot Wings. Hershberger-- representing Team Scott--came back with The Cottage Pub & Restaurant, Lambert--representing Team Geof--returned with Twin Dragon Chinese Restaurant, and then came the challenge--FOOD FIGHT on 11/30. Franklin County Visitors Bureau http://www.ExploreFranklinCountyPA.com/ https://www.facebook.com/FCVBen ProArts Advertising & Production http://www.ProArtsMedia.com https://www.facebook.com/ProArtsMedia |
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Food Fight on 11/30 Episode 4 - Peaches and Cream Local foodies Scott Hershberger and Geof Lambert are on a mission--to eat the best food in Franklin County, and what better way to find it than to take to the crossroads of Route 11 & 30. With the help of Benjamin Franklin and the Franklin County Visitors Bureau, Hershberger and Lambert launched from downtown Chambersburg, the nexus of 11/30, in search of the best Peaches & Cream. Hershberger-- representing Team Scott--came back with Antietam Dairy, Lambert--representing Team Geof--returned with Magic Ice Cream, and then came the challenge--FOOD FIGHT on 11/30. Franklin County Visitors Bureau http://www.ExploreFranklinCountyPA.com/ https://www.facebook.com/FCVBen ProArts Advertising & Production http://www.ProArtsMedia.com https://www.facebook.com/ProArtsMedia |
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Explore fall in Franklin County. It is fabulous! |
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Food Fight on 11/30 Episode 6 - Pumpkin Whoopie Pie Local foodies Scott Hershberger and Geof Lambert are on a mission--to eat the best food in Franklin County, and what better way to find it than to take to the crossroads of Route 11 & 30. With the help of Benjamin Franklin and the Franklin County Visitors Bureau, Hershberger and Lambert launched from downtown Chambersburg, the nexus of 11/30, in search of the best Pumpkin Whoopie Pie. Hershberger-- representing Team Scott--came back with Sunnyway Foods, Lambert--representing Team Geof--returned with The Butcher Shoppe, and then came the challenge--FOOD FIGHT on 11/30. Franklin County Visitors Bureau http://www.ExploreFranklinCountyPA.com/ https://www.facebook.com/FCVBen ProArts Advertising & Production http://www.ProArtsMedia.com https://www.facebook.com/ProArtsMedia |
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Food Fight on 11/30 Episode 7 - Steak Rematch Local foodies Scott Hershberger and Geof Lambert are on a mission--to eat the best food in Franklin County, and what better way to find it than to take to the crossroads of Route 11 & 30. With the help of Benjamin Franklin and the Franklin County Visitors Bureau, Hershberger and Lambert launched from downtown Chambersburg, the nexus of 11/30, for a Steak rematch between The Orchards (Team Scott) and EJ's Grill (Team Geof), and then came the challenge--FOOD FIGHT on 11/30. Franklin County Visitors Bureau http://www.ExploreFranklinCountyPA.com/ https://www.facebook.com/FCVBen ProArts Advertising & Production http://www.ProArtsMedia.com https://www.facebook.com/ProArtsMedia |
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On July 30, 1864, Confederate soldiers, led by General John McCausland, under the order of General Jubal Early, demanded Chambersburg pay $100,000 in gold or $500,000 in Yankee dollars or the town would be burned. Chambersburg did not pay the ransom and the center of town was set aflame. Over 500 structures were destroyed, between 2000 and 2500 people were left homeless, and loss of real estate and personal property exceeded $1.5 million. Relive the burning and rebirth of Chambersburg at 1864 The Burning of Chambersburg, 6:30 -10:00 PM. Civil War authors, demonstrations, and presentation lead up to a burning with lights--so real, you will think the town is actually ablaze. Today, as we look back to the American Civil War, we remember our sacrifices and triumphs, both as a nation, a county, and a community. Walking the streets of Chambersburg, it is important to remember the devastation that happened here on July 30, 1864. Then, it is just as important to remember the spirit and dedication that resuscitated a devastated community and built it into one, which thrives and prospers nearly 150 years later. |
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On July 30, 1864, Confederate soldiers, led by General John McCausland, under the order of General Jubal Early, demanded Chambersburg pay $100,000 in gold or $500,000 in Yankee dollars or the town would be burned. Chambersburg did not pay the ransom and the center of town was set aflame. Over 500 structures were destroyed, between 2000 and 2500 people were left homeless, and loss of real estate and personal property exceeded $1.5 million. Relive the burning and rebirth of Chambersburg at 1864 The Burning of Chambersburg, 6:30 -10:00 PM. Civil War authors, demonstrations, and presentation lead up to a burning with lights--so real, you will think the town is actually ablaze. Today, as we look back to the American Civil War, we remember our sacrifices and triumphs, both as a nation, a county, and a community. Walking the streets of Chambersburg, it is important to remember the devastation that happened here on July 30, 1864. Then, it is just as important to remember the spirit and dedication that resuscitated a devastated community and built it into one, which thrives and prospers nearly 150 years later. |
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