HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 24, 2019) – The Washington County Solid Waste Department notifies citizens there are now Clothing and Shoe Collection bins located at 40 West Landfill and the Hancock Convenience Center. Additional collection bins will be coming in the near future. Donation stations are being facilitated by the following local organizations:

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 24, 2019) – The Washington County Department of Water Quality announces crews will be on site to complete a permanent repair to the main line in the Town of Sharpsburg on Thursday, July 25, 2019. Customers in the area of North Main Street may experience a brief interruption in

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 23, 2019) – The Washington County Department of Water Quality has been able to temporarily repair the broken main line and has restored service to all Sharpsburg customers. The boil advisory remains in effect. The Department of Water Quality will advise when conditions change. It is recommended that customers boil

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 23, 2019) – The Washington County Department of Water Quality reports that water service has been restored to all properties on North Church Street within the Town of Sharpsburg. Properties on East Main Street numbered 211 and higher remain without water. Crews have isolated the break and will continue

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 23, 2019) –Washington County Government would like to notify all citizens that the Maryland Department of Agriculture, in partnership with the Department of Natural Resources, will treat targeted areas of the Potomac River in Washington County as an ongoing effort to control the black fly population. Treatment is scheduled

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 2, 2019) – The Washington County Division of Engineeringannounces a road closure on Falling Waters Road between Spielman Road (MD Route 63) and Natural Well Road on Wednesday, July 24, 2019. The road will be closed from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. for road maintenance. The detour route utilizes

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 22, 2019) – The Washington County Department of Water Quality announces a precautionary boil water advisory to customers served water by the Sharpsburg Water System. Because of loss of water pressure, a boil water advisory is issued. It is recommended that customers boil all water used for food preparation,

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 22, 2019) – The Washington County Division of Environmental Management is informing residents of a water main break in the 200 block of Main Street within the town of Sharpsburg. Crews on are on site working to repair and restore operations. The 200 block of Main Street and a

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 17, 2019) – The Washington County Division of Emergency Services notifies citizens that the National Weather Service weather outlook for the next 5 days is forecasting extreme heat in the local area. As a precaution, the following tips are recommended during an Extreme Heat Warning: Find Air Conditioning (community buildings) Avoid

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 16, 2019) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners recently passed bylaws to reinstate the Building Code Board of Appeals and is now seeking members. The Board shall have the responsibility to hear and decide appeals to orders, decisions, or determinations made by the Building Code Official relative

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 16, 2019) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners convened as the Board of Health at Tuesday’s meeting to deliver three awards. ThePersonal Responsibility Education Program and the Sexual Risk Avoidance Program were both awarded to Girls Inc. of Hagerstown. Earl Stoner, Deputy Health Officer from the Washington County Health Department said, “We are excited

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 16, 2019) – TheWashington County Department of Water Quality began routine maintenance on the water storage tank in the Town of Sharpsburg. This maintenance began today and will continue through July 31, 2019. Residents should not experience any interruption in service. As a results of the maintenance, all

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 15, 2019) – TheWashington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Reiff Church Road between Shelby Circle and Daley Road on Monday, July 15, 2019. The road was closed at 8:00 a.m. and will remain closed until approximately 11:00 a.m. for pipe replacement. For additional information,

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 15, 2019) – Did you know that Washington County is home to 16 county-owned parks and facilities? Washington County Division of Public Works is seeking your input regarding parks and recreation across the county. We want to know what new recreation programs, equipment or changes you want

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 11, 2019) – The Washington County Division of Emergency Services utilized the Backup 911 Center today after a lightening strike knocked out power at the Emergency Communications Center located at 16232 Elliott Parkway, Williamsport, MD. This is the first time this facility has been activated in an unplanned emergency

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 9, 2019) – Washington County Government welcomed Maryland CommerceSecretary Kelly M. Schulz to the area today. Secretary Schulz visitedRider Jet Center, where she made history by being the first member of any Governor’s cabinet in Maryland to fly in a PT-19 Fairchild-built aircraft. In honor of this historic event,

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 8, 2019) – TheWashington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Welty Church Road between Sandstone Road and Misty Meadow Road on Tuesday, July 9, 2019. The road will be closed beginning at 7:00 a.m. for pipe replacement. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations and

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 3, 2019) – Washington County Division of Engineering notifies citizens that Poffenberger Road will be closed to through traffic at the two bridges crossing Antietam Creek effective Wednesday, July 10, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. This closure will allow work to begin on the rehabilitation of two existing stone arch

TRAFFIC ALERT: CONTINUED RAILROAD CROSSING WORK HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 1, 2019) – Washington County Government notifies its citizens that CSX continues to complete work at various railroad crossings across the county. Below is a list of road closures and openings that will occur over the next two weeks. All dates listed are an approximation. DATE CLOSED

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 1, 2019) –Washington County Department of Business Development is excited to share that several Washington County wineries were selected as winners at the 2019 Maryland Comptroller’s Cup Competition. Sponsored by the Maryland Wineries Association, the Maryland Comptroller’s Cup Competition recognizes high quality wines entered into nearly three dozen style categories.