
Threat at Smithsburg Middle School Deemed Not Credible
A reported threat involving Smithsburg Middle School prompted an investigation Wednesday morning by the Washington County Sheriff's Office. Deputies worked with Washington County Public Schools after receiving information about the threat on November 11th. Following their investigation, law enforcement determined the r...
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14-Year-Old Caught Driving More Than 80 MPH in Leesburg
A traffic stop in Leesburg has landed a 14-year-old behind the wheel in trouble with police. Officers say they stopped a vehicle around one Sunday morning, November eighth, near the Leesburg Bypass and South King Street after clocking it traveling more than 80 miles per hour. During the stop, police discovered the driv...
Nov 10, 2026
Fatal Crash in Leesburg Leads to DUI Manslaughter Arrest
A Middleburg man is facing DUI manslaughter charges following a deadly crash involving an electric bicycle and a pickup truck in Leesburg. Police say the collision happened shortly after midnight Tuesday, November 10th, at the intersection of East Market Street and Prosperity Avenue. The 38-year-old e-bike rider, a Lee...
Nov 10, 2026
Oakdale and Middletown March Their Way to State Championships
Two Frederick County high school marching bands are bringing home some major hardware after a big day of music and performance! Oakdale High and Middletown High both captured state titles Saturday at the Maryland Marching Band Association Championships at Towson University. Oakdale took top honors in the 4A category wi...
Nov 10, 2026
Franklin County Woman Charged in Second Drug Delivery Death Case
Chambersburg police have arrested a woman in connection with another drug delivery death in Franklin County. Authorities say 37-year-old Jenna Hayden was taken into custody November 5th for her alleged involvement in a fatal drug incident that happened in March. The charges include drug delivery resulting in death, inv...
Nov 9, 2026
Frederick Woman Admits to 15-Year Payroll Embezzlement Scheme
A 52-year-old Frederick woman has pleaded guilty to federal wire fraud charges after admitting to stealing more than $730,000 from a private, member-owned country club where she worked in accounting and human resources. Tara Williams admitted that she used her position and access to the club's payroll system to carry o...
Nov 9, 2026




