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HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 4, 2021) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is seeking applicants interested in serving on the Historic District Commission. Applicants shall be competent individuals who are familiar with the sites and districts which have historical, architectural, archeological, and cultural merit. Applicants should be passionate about the protection,
HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 4, 2021) – The Washington County Department of Water Quality announces the precautionary boil water advisory is hereby rescinded for the residents at the locations listed above, following the successful repairs made to the main water line and the satisfactory completion of the bacteriological survey showing that the water
COVID-19 JOINT INFORMATION CENTER BRIEFING June 3, 2021 The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Please visit www.washco-md.net/coronavirus-info for the latest numbers on Washington County’s COVID-19 dashboard.’ Click here to receive Washington County briefings delivered to your inbox. COVID-19 Joint Information Briefings are
HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 2, 2021) – The Washington County Division of Emergency Services announces AT&T is experiencing wireless 9-1-1 outages. This means if an AT&T customer dials 9-1-1, they may not get through. IF UNABLE TO GET THROUGH AT 9-1-1, PLEASE CALL 301-313-4345 FOR AN EMERGENCY. The County will provide updates when service
HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 2, 2021) – The Washington County Department of Water Quality announces a precautionary boil water advisory to customers in the White Oak, Black Rock, and the 9817-10002 Crystal Falls area of the Mt. Aetna Water System. Due to a water main break and repair, a boil water advisory is
IT’S YOUR SHOT TO END COVID-19 The Washington County Health Department and Washington County Government announce the launching of a mass media campaign focusing on vaccine hesitancy. Funded by a FEMA grant, the campaign’s goal is to increase COVID-19 vaccination rates in Washington County, Maryland. As of May 26, 2021, Washington County’s vaccination
HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 28, 2021) – With chilly temperatures forecasted over the Memorial Day weekend, Washington County Parks and Recreation announces Marty Snook Pool will now be opening on Saturday, June 5, 2021, for the 2021 summer swim season. We look forward to you joining us over the summer months and cooling off
COVID-19 JOINT INFORMATION CENTER BRIEFING May 27, 2021 The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Please visit www.washco-md.net/coronavirus-info for the latest numbers on Washington County’s COVID-19 dashboard.’ Click here to receive Washington County briefings delivered to your inbox. COVID-19 Joint Information Briefings are
MDH REVISES COVID-19 DEATH DATA HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 27, 2021) – Washington County Government shares the press release below from the Maryland Department of Health (MDH). Please read below, as this explains the increase of 45 deaths on the Washington County COVID-19 dashboard for Thursday, May 27, 2021.
HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 26, 2021) – The Washington County Department of Business Development announces Farmers Market season is upon us! Deeply rooted in a history of agriculture, Washington County is home to various farmers’ markets and farm stands. By purchasing products from a farmer or local vendor, you are supporting a small business
COVID-19 JOINT INFORMATION CENTER BRIEFING May 21, 2021 The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Please visit www.washco-md.net/coronavirus-info for the latest numbers on Washington County’s COVID-19 dashboard.’ Click here to receive Washington County briefings delivered to your inbox. COVID-19 Joint Information Daily Briefings
HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 21, 2021) – Washington County Parks and Recreation announces a new fitness area is open to the public at Marty Snook Park. The fitness area consists of the installation of new outdoor fitness equipment and is located at Bower Avenue end of the walking trail. This equipment is free
HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 20, 2021) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is pleased to announce the appointment of Rick Johnson as Airport Director at Hagerstown Regional Airport effective June 14, 2021. Johnson comes to Washington County Government with extensive experience in airport management. He has been the Airport Manager of the Frederick
HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 20, 2021) – Hagerstown Regional Airport (HGR) has received exciting news–Allegiant Air will be offering flights from HGR to St. Pete-Clearwater, FL from November 18, 2021 – January 2, 2022. Flights are available for booking at allegiantair.com. Flights to Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) from HGR will begin on May 28,
HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 19, 2021) – Washington County Government announces ARCO will be closing Wright Road to through traffic from Elliott Parkway to just south of the CSX railroad crossing on Monday, May 24, 2021, beginning at 7:00 a.m. This road will be closed for approximately 90 days to complete utility and road
HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 19, 2021) – Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Trego Mountain Road from Chestnut Grove Road to Trego Road on Wednesday, May 19, 2021. The road will be closed for pipe replacement beginning at 8:15 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. The County encourages drivers to proceed
The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Please visit www.washco-md.net/coronavirus-info for the latest numbers on Washington County’s COVID-19 dashboard.’ Click here to receive Washington County briefings delivered to your inbox. COVID-19 Joint Information Daily Briefings will be released ONLY on Tuesdays and Fridays.
HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 17, 2021) – Washington County Parks and Recreation announces the Jim and Fay Powers Music Series at Pen Mar Park is set to begin on Sunday, May 30, 2020, from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Back to Back is scheduled to perform on this date. The full concert schedule can be found below
HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 17, 2021) – The Washington County Highway Department shares the press release below from the National Park Service regarding detours in southern Washington County, Maryland. For immediate release: May 14, 2021 Contact: Jonathan Shafer, [email protected], 202-619-7186 National Park Service construction near Maryland Heights starts on May 17 Expect flaggers
HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 14, 2021) – The Washington County Division of Emergency Services celebrated the graduation of Recruit Class #1 from the Firefighter Academy and graduates from the Emergency Communications Academy at Hagerstown Community College Kepler Theater. 29 firefighter cadets have been in the classroom and in the field training over the past
COVID-19 JOINT INFORMATION CENTER BRIEFING May 14, 2021 The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Please visit www.washco-md.net/coronavirus-info for the latest numbers on Washington County’s COVID-19 dashboard.’ Click here to receive Washington County briefings delivered to your inbox. COVID-19 Joint Information Daily Briefings
