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Laken Franchetti

Laken Franchetti is a rising junior at Gettysburg College pursuing a B.A. in English with a writing concentration and history. On campus, she is heavily involved with The Gettysburgian and has acted previously as staff writer and assistant news editor. Laken has also been an associate editor and staff writer for the online magazine Her Campus and has been a contributing editor for the literary magazine The Mercury. In working with Gettysburg Connection, Laken hopes to become more actively involved in the borough of Gettysburg through her reporting.

Local School Superintendents Discuss School Safety

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According to statistics from Education Week, 2022 has already seen 27 school shootings with injuries and deaths in the U.S., with 83 people killed or injured. The grim tally includes the deaths of 24 children. School superintendents in the country’s 130,000 public and private schools are entrusted every school day to provide a safe and …

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Gettys Square Art Oasis supports local talent and provides free live entertainment

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When the COVID-19 pandemic restricted indoor gatherings last year, Gettysburg residents and organizations came together to provide a space for outdoor entertainment for Adams County residents and tourists. The Gettys Square Art Oasis, sponsored by the Adams County Arts Council (ACAC), provides a variety of outdoor programs ranging from musical and theater groups to live cooking …

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