HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 20, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Department has closed a portion of Orebank Road between the addresses of 11915 and 11909 again today, Wednesday March 20, 2019. The road will be closed until approximately 1:00 p.m. for additional road work. Emergency vehicles will be able to pass through and the road

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 19, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Department will be closing a portion of Orebank Road between the addresses of 11915 and 11909 for approximately three hours Tuesday, March 19, 2019 beginning at 8:30 a.m. The road will be closed for road work. Emergency vehicles will be able to pass through

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 18, 2019) – The Washington County Department of Water Quality will be repairing a sewer line on Cloverleaf Road on Tuesday, March 19, 2019. Beginning at 7:30 a.m., Cloverleaf Road between Coffman Avenue and Allen Avenue will remain closed to thru traffic until the repair is completed. The work

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 18, 2019) – The Washington County Parks & Facilities Department announces the summer schedule which will go into effect on Monday, April 1, 2019. Summer operational hours are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Office hours are 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. For additional information, please contact Washington

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 15, 2019) – Norfolk Southern Railroad has informed the County that the second phase of crossing work will begin on or about Wednesday, March 20, 2019. Each crossing may be closed for up to five days to complete the rail replacement, weather permitting. Phase one of this project was

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 13, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Saturday, March 16, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. until noon. Participants in the Saint Patrick’s Day Run Fest Half Marathon will be passing through Marty Snook Park as part of their course. The main road closure will be on

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 4, 2019) – Washington County Government would like to announce liberal leave is in effect for all Washington County employees due to inclement weather and Washington County Public Schools operating on a 2-hour delay tomorrow, Monday, March 4, 2019. Transit will operate on a normal schedule, however, routes may

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 3, 2019) – Washington County Government would like to announce liberal leave is in effect for all Washington County employees due to inclement weather and Washington County Public Schools operating on a 2-hour delay tomorrow, Monday, March 3, 2019. Transit will operate on a normal schedule, however, routes may

HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 1, 2019) – Washington County Government would like to announce liberal leave is in effect for all Washington County employees due to inclement weather and Washington County Public Schools operating on a 2-hour delay today, Friday, March 1, 2019. Transit will operate on a normal schedule. Routes may be

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 28, 2019) – On September 24, 2018, Washington County Government and the Division of Emergency Services were contacted regarding an alleged employee dishonesty insurance loss claim with the Volunteer Independent Junior Fire Company. The Independent Junior Fire Company is one of the 26 volunteer fire/EMS companies that serve throughout Washington County and the

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 28, 2019) – James B. Hovis, Chief Operations Officer, and the Board of County Commissioners have mutually and amicably agreed on Mr. Hovis’ separation from County employment. The Board wishes Mr. Hovis luck in his future endeavors. For additional information, please contact Public Relations and Marketing Director Danielle

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 26, 2019) – The Washington County Division of Emergency Services would like to share the following information provided by the U.S. Small Business Administration. NEWS RELEASE Disaster Field Operations Center East Release Date: Feb. 25, 2019 Contact: Michael Lampton (404) 331-0333 [email protected]  Release Number: 19-306, MD 15577 Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Blogs & Instagram

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 25, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Departmentannounces the following roads have reopened in Washington County: Dam 4 Road, between Shaffer Road and Woburn Road Maugansville Road, between Maugans Avenue and Garnette Avenue Dam 4 Road and Maugansville Road were both closed earlier due to downed trees and power

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 25, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Departmentannounces the following road closures due high winds, causing several downed trees and power lines: Dam 4 Road, between Shaffer Road and Woburn Road Maugansville Road, between Maugans Avenue and Garnette Avenue Heavy winds can result in fallen trees and debris on

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 25, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Department announces the following road closures due high winds, causing several downed tress and power lines: Dam 4 Road, between Shaffer Road and Woburn Road Maugansville Road, between Maugans Avenue and Garnette Avenue Heavy winds can result in fallen trees and debris

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 24, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Department announces the closure of Dam 4 Road, between Shaffer Road and Woburn Road. The closure is due high winds, causing several downed power lines. Heavy winds can result in fallen trees and debris on our roadways, as well as downed stop and

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 22, 2019) – The Washington County Department of Business Development will be hosting a meet and greet event on Wednesday, March 6, 2019 to prepare for the upcoming 2019 Farmers Market season. This event will bring together managers of local farmers markets to meet with farmers and vendors who

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 21, 2019) – Washington County Government would like to announce liberal leave is in effect for all Washington County employees due to inclement weather and Washington County Public Schools operating on a 2-hour delay today, Thursday, February 21, 2019. Transit will operate on a normal schedule, however, routes may

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 20, 2019) – Washington County Department of Solid Waste would like to announce 40 West Landfill and all transfer stations will be closing at noon on Wednesday, February 20, 2019 due to weather and road conditions. All stations will return to normal operating hours on Thursday, February 21, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 20, 2019) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is seeking applicants interested in serving on the Environmental Management Advisory Committee. The Environmental Management Advisory Committee was established in June 2018 and will provide the Commissioners and County staff with advice and suggestions in regards to policies and procedures