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HERITAGE AREA PROJECT GRANT ROUND NOW OPEN!   HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 18, 2020) – Washington County Government shares the following information that was provided in a press release from the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority (MHAA).   The Maryland Heritage Areas Authority Project Grant Round is Now Open! Maryland Heritage Areas Authority (MHAA) grants benefit

HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 16, 2020) – The Washington County Department of Solid Waste is offering free Christmas tree recycling to Washington County residents. All lights, ornaments, and nails must be removed from the tree. Trees will be accepted daily beginning December 26, 2020 through January 30, 2021.   Christmas Tree Recycling Locations:

HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 9, 2020) – The Washington County Department of Water Quality announces the precautionary boil water advisory that impacted the 200 block of East Main Street is hereby rescinded following the successful permanent repairs made to the main water line.   The Washington County Department of Water Quality thanks you

HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 8, 2020) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is pleased to announce John Martirano as the new County Administrator. The Board passed the hiring on a vote of 5-0. Martirano is set to begin his new position effective December 28, 2020.   Washington County welcomes Martirano back

HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 7, 2020) – The Washington County Department of Water Quality announces a precautionary boil water advisory to customers served water from the Sharpsburg Water System in the 200 block of East Main Street. The boil water advisory is for the 200 block of East Main Street only, due to a water

HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 7, 2020) – The Washington County Department of Water Quality announces a water main break in the 200 block of East Main Street in Sharpsburg, Maryland. There are approximately 10-12 homes without water service.   County personnel is responding to make necessary repairs.   The County will provided additional

HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 3, 2020) – Washington County Government, in partnership with the Washington County Health Department, announces the launch of Threads of Hope, a public messaging outreach campaign focused around behavioral health. We recognize that COVID-19 has impacted everyone, and we all respond differently. If you or a loved one is struggling with