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Baby Abandoned In Boro

Autopsy Performed; Investigation Continues


Fulton County was a buzz with news and disbelief Monday morning after a baby was found abandoned at the main intersection in the McConnellsburg Borough. The county 911 dispatch center received a call at approximately 8:45 a.m. regarding what appeared to be an infant located at what local residents refer to as the “bank corner.” The “News” confirmed with emergency […]

Commissioners Handle Full Weekly Schedule



The Fulton County Board of Commissioners handled a full agenda on February 27, holding several executive sessions and discussing both maintenance and money. Following a brief, five-minute behind doors meeting for the purpose of discussing personnel issues, the board reconvened to take action on the “Services for Children Compensation Plan.” The plan outlines the 2024 salaries and takes effect retroactive […]

Pigeon Cove Road Accident Claims One


A single-vehicle accident in southern Fulton County claimed a Warfordsburg area man last Tuesday morning. Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Matthew Rader of the McConnellsburg barracks reported 19-year-old Hunter M. Shetter was traveling southbound on Pigeon Cove Road at 10:54 a.m. when his 2005 Chevrolet Equinox struck an embankment on the eastern berm. Following impact, police said the car rolled over […]

Borough Council Handles Monthly Business Agenda

Approves use of Maple Street as part of a 5K Color Run


From paving projects to a proposed 5K, Maple Street was the topic of several conversations during the March McConnellsburg Borough Council meeting last Wednesday. Looking at the budget and timing of annual paving projects, the council named Maple Street as their primary area of concern or focus for 2024. The group agreed to have Maple Street paved beginning at the […]

Public Meeting Announced For EMS Services



On the heels of a discussion with the county commissioners on the ongoing struggles the McConnellsburg Volunteer Fire Co.’s (MVFC) ambulance service is encountering, the public is being invited to sit down with fire company officials to hear the results of a recent study on the matter and what the future could bring. MVFC Chief Larry “Pete” Lynch shared with […]

MVFC Hosts 62nd Annual Awards Banquet

Rosenberry dubbed firefighter of the year


Joe Rosenberry continues to move up the ladder at the McConnellsburg Volunteer Fire Company. After receiving the coveted Chief’s Award last year, Rosenberry took home top honors Saturday night being dubbed the Firefighter of the Year. Presented the award by Chief Larry “Pete” Lynch, Rosenberry joined the company in 2006. He has worked his way through the ranks and currently […]

4-H’ers, Leaders Recognized At Annual Dinner

Auction proceeds benefit local veteran Ralph Mellott


Armed with programs to help its participants gain both knowledge and leadership skills, Fulton County’s 4-H Liberty Council is certainly going above and beyond in surpassing that goal. Saturday evening, 4-H’ers and their leaders from across the county gathered to acknowledge those achievements from 2023 with an annual award banquet held at the Hustontown Firehall. The 190 in attendance watched […]

Commissioners Handle Personnel Matters



The Fulton County Board of Commissioners handled an array of personnel issues on February 20 as part of their weekly meeting. A letter of resignation from Domestic Relations Hearing Officer 1 Kellie Gress was accepted by the commissioners with “much regret.” It was noted Gress logged 20 years with the county and moved up the ranks of her office. In […]

Builders Show Set For Next Saturday

Admission to event is free


Whether you’re looking to remodel, need to address some repairs or are constructing a new home, the Fulton County Builders Show will undoubtedly get you the answers and results you’ve been searching for. Set for next Saturday, March 16, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Builders Show will showcase around 50 area contractors who specialize in everything from surveying […]

MVFC Chief Brings Emergency Medical Service Problems To Commissioners

Chief Lynch organizing public meeting


What was listed as “911 discussions/EMS for Fulton County” on the Fulton County Board of Commissioners’ agenda last Tuesday with McConnellsburg Fire Chief Larry “Pete” Lynch turned into a lengthy but productive discussion when representatives from the neighboring fire companies of Needmore and Hustontown along with Medic 60 appeared to weigh in on the topic. After a brief history from […]


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