Restaurant roundup: Franklin County area dining news

FRANKLIN COUNTY >> There have been a number of changes in ownership in local restaurants lately, as well as developments on new restaurants and an official announcement on Restaurant Week in Hagerstown.

Aroogas held open hire events earlier this month for its new location in Shippensburg at the former Ship Wreck Pub & Inn. Work is progressing on the building renovation, and the sports bar told Facebook fans it is hoping to open at the end of August.

Work is also progressing on Volcano Japanese Restaurant in Chambersburg. The borough issued a building permit for the restaurant in June. Bennett Williams announced in January it had leased 2,600 square feet at Wayne Plaza, 975 Wayne Ave., Chambersburg, to the restaurant.

Construction of the Taco Bell in Greencastle is complete and the grand opening is nearing. Taco Bell replaced the former Arby's at the corner of Buchanan Trail and John Wayne Drive.

Bistro 71 in downtown Chambersburg is under new ownership. On the restaurant Facebook page, the previous owners announced the seamless transition to the Norland Pub family.

Hoover's Grill and Ice Cream, 2019 Lincoln Way East, also announced in late June that it was under new ownership. The restaurant added a breakfast menu earlier this month.

The Diamond Plate Diner is now open at 3875 Philadelphia Avenue, the former Sunset Diner.

The Tropical Treat is undergoing some changes in Shippensburg. The restaurant, which was bought by new owners in late 2013, is currently closed for renovations.

Pizza 'n Stuff, West King Street, Shippensburg, recently announced it is under new management and has new menu items.

Golden Corral has closed in Waynesboro after the franchise could not make renovations required by the company. The restaurant was located at 1543 E Main St. Waynesboro.

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Restaurant roundup: Franklin County area dining news