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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closures in Downtown Hagerstown

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 11, 2019) – The City of Hagerstown’s Department of Parks and Engineering released the information below regarding several road closures that will take place on Friday, June 14, 2019 for the Tour of Washington County bicycle race. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations and Marketing Department at

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Washington County Local Management Board Receives $723,447 Grant Award

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 7, 2019) – The Washington County Local Management Board (LMB) announced its award of $723,447 in state grant funds awarded by the Maryland Children’s Cabinet, along with the Governor’s Office for Children-a division of the Governor’s Office of Crime Control and Prevention. The grant award will fund six initiatives aimed at strengthening

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closures in Downtown Hagerstown

HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 28, 2019) – The City of Hagerstown’s Department of Parks and Engineering released the information below regarding several road closures that will take place on Friday, May 31, 2019 for the “Thunder in the Square” event. CITY OF HAGERSTOWN, MARYLAND Department of Parks and Engineering May 28, 2019 TRAFFIC

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New Budget Proposal Leads to Additional Public Hearing

HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 22, 2019) – The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has scheduled a public hearing for June 4, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. This public hearing has been scheduled to present the proposed Fiscal Year 2020 Budget for Washington County Government. In their May 21, 2019 Washington County Board of County Commissioners meeting,

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Expansion of Permit Notifications

HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 22, 2019) – The Washington County Division of Plan Review and Permitting have recently expanded their notification capabilities. Permit applicants will now receive an email notification when a permit has been issued. The email will state one of the following depending on how the custom field for issuance is marked:

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Washington County Government Closed for Memorial Day

HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 22, 2019) – In observance of Memorial Day, Washington County Government offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2019. County services will operate as listed below: The Hagerstown Regional Airport terminal and airfield will operate during regularly scheduled business hours. Administrative offices and the maintenance department will be closed. Allegiant air

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2019 John Frye Historical Preservation Awards

HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 21, 2019) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners awarded three local citizens at the 41st Annual John Frye Historic Preservation Awards ceremony and luncheon. The recipients were awarded for their dedication and commitment to preserving and protecting the history of Washington County through historic rehabilitation, restoration and

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Work on Mt Zion Road

HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 21, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Department will be conducting pipe installation on the upper part of Mt Zion Road between the point at Quirack School Road to Raven Rock Road. The installation will take place on Thursday, May 23, 2019 between 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., weather permitting. For

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Kaetzel Transfer Station will be Temporarily Closed

HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 21, 2019) – The Washington County Solid Waste Department announces Kaetzel Transfer Station will be closing on June 3, 2019 for site repairs. The station will be closed for approximately 60 days. The transfer station on Dargan School Road will be open with extra dumpsters for trash and recycling

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Fountain Rock Elementary Wins Recycling Challenge

HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 20, 2019) – The Washington County Solid Waste Department is excited to announce that as a result of Washington County student efforts, 4,822 phone books were recycled in Grosh’s Lawn Service 2019 Phone Book Recycling Challenge. Leading the collection effort with a total number of 3,424 phone books, the Washington County Board of Commissioners is pleased to

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TRAFFIC ALERT UPDATE: Roads Reopen in Washington County

HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 20, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Department announces the following road closures due to high water: Cresspond Road Shank Road Wishard Road The intersection of Gruber Road and Ashton Road Rockdale Road between Hicksville Road and Broadfording Road Stay up-to-date on Washington County road closures by visiting

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closures Due to High Water

HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 19, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Department announces the following road closures due to high water: Cresspond Road Shank Road Wishard Road The intersection of Gruber Road and Ashton Road Rockdale Road between Hicksville Road and Broadfording Road Stay up-to-date on Washington County road closures by visiting our road

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Washington County Government Upgrades Website

HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 16, 2019) – The Washington County Public Relations and Marketingoffice announces the launching of a website redesign for Washington County Government. The site domain remains the same and can be visited at: www.washco-md.net. Ignition72 out of Baltimore, Maryland was awarded the bid in January 2018 for a complete redesign of

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Cresspond Road Now Open

HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 16, 2019) – After temporarily being closed due to high water, the Washington County Highway Departmentannounces Cresspond Road is now open. For updates to road closures in Washington County, please visit our road closure map. For additional information, please contact Public Relations and Marketing Director Danielle Weaver at 240-313-2380.

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Community Health Advisory Commission Seeks New Members

HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 15, 2019) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is seeking applicants interested in serving on the Community Health Advisory Commission. Representation is needed from the following Communities: Medical Community (Health / Family Medicine) Dental Community (Washington County Dental Society) Veterinary Community (Washington County Veterinary Society) Behavioral Health

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Cresspond Road Closed Due to High Water

HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 13, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Department announces the temporary closing of Cresspond Road due to high water. For updates to road closures in Washington County, please visit our road closure map. The County encourages all citizens to remain off the road listed above. Citizens are also advised

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Liberal Leave is in effective for Washington County Government

LIBERAL LEAVE IS IN EFFECT FOR WASHINGTON COUNTY GOVERNMENT

Liberal leave is in effect for all non-essential personal on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, until noon. Essential personnel are expected to fulfill their duties as usual.

The starting time for today’s Board of County Commissioners meeting will be reevaluated at 9:00 am.

For those required to travel, exercise caution on the roadways. If driving is necessary, ensure your vehicle is completely cleared, drive at a reduced speed, practice caution, and avoid crowding or passing plows.
 
We’ll keep the public informed of any changes. Stay updated by monitoring Washington County Government’s website and social media channels for the latest information. Your safety is our priority!