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HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 4, 2021) – The Washington County Highway Department announces Harpers Ferry Road between Dargan School Road and Chestnut Grove Road will be closed on Monday, August 16, 2021, from 8:00 a.m. through Thursday, August 19, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. for pipe installation. The County encourages drivers to proceed with
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 4, 2021) – The Washington County Highway Department announces Harpers Ferry Road between Dargan School Road and Chestnut Grove Road will be closed on Monday, August 16, 2021, from 8:00 a.m. through Wednesday, August 19, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. for pipe installation. The County encourages drivers to proceed
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 23, 2021) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners would like YOUR input regarding where funds from the American Rescue Plan should be spent in Washington County, Maryland. Please rank the top five priority areas for spending by clicking here. Washington County Government will be collecting responses from the public through Friday, August
REGIONAL MANUFACTURING INSTITUTE OF MARYLAND SURVEY HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 30, 2021) – The Washington County Department of Business Development (DBD) encourages manufacturers in Washington County to take the survey below from the Regional Manufacturing Institute of Maryland. To Our Valued Maryland Manufacturers: Manufacturing is a critical industry in the State of Maryland.
COUNTY CONNECTION AN INSIDE PERSPECTIVE OF WHAT’S GOING ON IN WASHINGTON COUNTY, MARYLAND ISSUE 7: JULY 30, 2021 COVID-19 VACCINATION ADMINISTRATION PROJECT SPOTLIGHT Fort Ritchie – Cascade, MD PARKS & RECREATION Events and Activities DIVISION/DEPARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS Current Events and Projects WELCOME
WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SAFETY TRAINING CENTER CAPITAL CAMPAIGN KICK-OFF You are cordially invited to join Washington County Government, Washington County Division of Emergency Services, Washington County Sheriff’s Office, and the Washington County Fire & Rescue Association at a press conference that will launch a capital campaign for the new Washington County Public Safety Training
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 28, 2021) – There is just a short time left to complete the survey that will impact future development at County Parks. Washington County Government is encouraging local residents to take the short survey about park use and the future development of parks, recreation programs, and facilities, as well
Apprenticeship Spotlight Maryland Watch Works (MWW) celebrated its grand opening this weekend as hundreds of watch connoisseurs traveled to Hagerstown for the Wine, Whiskey, and Watches event. Held in the Potomac Walk between Bulls and Bears and Meinelschmidt Distillery, watchmakers from all over the world gathered to buy, sell, and display
Mark your calendar and join us on Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at 2:30 p.m. as Washington County introduces a capital campaign for the Public Safety Training Center. A formal invitation with specific details will follow in the coming weeks. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 23, 2021) – The Washington County Highway Department shares the following information from the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA). MDOT SHA will be reconstructing a portion of the roadway on MD 68, N. Conococheague Street between Conococheague Creek and US 11, E. Potomac
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 23, 2021) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is seeking input from the public regarding where funds from the American Rescue Plan should be spent in Washington County, Maryland. Please rank the top five priority areas for spending by clicking here. Washington County Government will be collecting responses from
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 22, 2021) – The Washington County Local Management Board (LMB) announced its award of $698,394 in state grant funds awarded by the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services, on behalf of the Children’s Cabinet. The grant award will fund six initiatives aimed at strengthening and
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 21, 2021) – The Washington County Disabilities Advisory Committee and the Washington County Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting a special needs swim clinic at Marty Snook Pool, 17901 Halfway Boulevard, Hagerstown MD on August 7, 2021, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Swim instructors from the Washington
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 21, 2021) – Due to equipment failure that resulted in low water supply, the Washington County Department of Water Quality will be performing repairs on the Sandy Hook water system. No interruptions to water service for the residents of Sandy Hook are expected at this time. The water is safe
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 19, 2021) – Did you know SNAP/EBT benefits are accepted at Washington County Farmers Markets? A special program is underway called Maryland Market Money. When you spend $10 using your SNAP/EBT, we match up to $10 for free. What do you need to do? Maryland Market
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 19, 2021) – Do you visit or recreate at County parks? Washington County Government is encouraging local residents to take a short survey about park use and the future development of parks, recreation programs, and facilities, as well as other preserved lands throughout the County. Click on the photo
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 18, 2021) – Washington County Highway Department announces Federal Lookout Road will be closed on Monday, July 19, 2021, from 7:00 a.m. until noon for tree clean-up. The County encourages drivers to proceed with caution while in this area. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 17, 2021) – Washington County Highway Department announces Leitersburg Smithsburg Road is closed due to downed power lines and poles in the area of Rowe Road. The County encourages drivers to proceed with caution while in this area. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 15, 2021) – With summer in full swing, the Washington County Department of Business Development encourages you to eat fresh and shop local at farmers’ markets this season! Washington County is home to 16 different farmers’ markets, in addition to various farm stands throughout the county. When you buy
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 14, 2021) – Washington County Government shares with citizens a new broadband service is being installed throughout various locations in Washington County, Maryland. Point Broadband is an all-fiber network offering both internet and phones services for home and business. Click HERE or view the map below to see where the fiber
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 14, 2021) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners voted 4-0 to approve a text amendment to the Zoning Ordinance for Washington County, Maryland (RZ-20-002) for short-term residential rentals. This amendment defines a Short-term Residential Rental as “a non-owner-occupied residential structure that provides temporary lodging to transient guests for compensation. Proprietors may rent
