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BOONSBORO, MD (November 4, 2025) – The Washington County Division of Emergency Services (DES) is pleased to announce that the Board of County Commissioners has approved the establishment of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) transport operations at the Rohrersville Fire Station (Station 8), operated by the First Hose Company of Boonsboro. The approval allows
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 3, 2025) – The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department is thrilled to announce a special holiday experience for children ages 3-6 years old! This season, children will have the chance to receive a personal phone call from Santa Claus or one of his helpers. Calls will be made
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 31, 2025) – The Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development reminds local growers and agricultural businesses that the Washington County Agricultural Innovation and Equipment Grant application period ends today at 4:00 p.m. EST. The Agricultural Innovation and Equipment Grant is designed exclusively for Washington
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 31, 2025) – The Washington County Stormwater and Watershed Services team announces upcoming lane closures on Robinwood Drive and Maugans Avenue for stormwater inlet and drainage system maintenance. Work will occur on Robinwood Drive on Monday, November 3, 2025 and Maugans Avenue on Tuesday, November 4, 2025,
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (October 30, 2025) – Washington County Government wants to ensure that no resident goes hungry by providing information on local resources available to them and their families. Multiple local food banks, pantries, and community organizations are ready to provide immediate assistance to families, seniors, and individuals in need.
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 29, 2025) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is seeking applicants interested in serving on the Recreation and Parks Advisory Board. The purposes and programs of the Recreation and Parks Board (the “Board”) include the preservation and use of real property, and of personal property,
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 27, 2025) – The Washington County Stormwater and Watershed Services team announces an upcoming lane closure on Robinwood Drive for stormwater inlet and drainage system maintenance. Work will occur on Robinwood Drive on Tuesday, October 28, 2025beginning at 8:30 a.m. Motorists are advised to use caution in
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 27, 2025) – The Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development is issuing a final call for applications for the Washington County Agricultural Innovation and Equipment Grant. Farm owners and agricultural businesses have until Friday, October 31, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. EST to submit their applications.
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (October 23, 2025) – The Washington County Division of Emergency Services (DES) continues to demonstrate its commitment to community safety and operational readiness with a strengthened reserve engine and ambulance fleet. Reserve apparatus serve as critical backup units when frontline units are out of service for maintenance,
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 20, 2025) – Washington County Transitannounces a temporary change in service due to the annual Mummers Parade. On Saturday, October 25, 2025, all transit services will conclude at 4:00 p.m. To accommodate this adjustment, the final departures from the Transit Transfer Center will be as follows: 1:45
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 20, 2025) – The Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development is reminding local growers and agricultural businesses that time is running out to apply for the Washington County Agricultural Innovation and Equipment Grant. With only two weeks remaining, farm owners and agriculture entrepreneurs are encouraged
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (October 16, 2025) – Washington County Parks & Recreation is pleased to share several exciting updates and recent improvements made across our local parks and community spaces. Thanks to the generosity of local families and ongoing partnerships, our parks continue to grow as places for connection, recreation,
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 15, 2025) – The Washington County Division of Engineering announces a temporary closure of Trovinger Mill Road on Thursday, October 16, 2025 and Friday, October 17, 2025, to allow for mill and overlay pavement improvements. The closure will be in effect from 8:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 10, 2025) – The Washington County Public Safety Training Center, in collaboration with the American Red Cross, invites potential donors to participate in an upcoming blood drive. The Blood Drive will be held on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Washington County Public
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 6, 2025) – The Washington County Highway Department announces the upcoming road closure of Huyett Lane between Route 40 and Route 63 on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for a pipe replacement. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your
KNOXVILLE, MD (October 6, 2025) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Hoffmaster Road between 1630 and 1689 on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for a pipe replacement. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Alternative
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 6, 2025) – The Washington County Division of Engineering will host the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT)’s Consolidated Transportation Plan Tour meeting for Washington County on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The meeting will be held at the Washington County Public Safety Training Center at 18350 Public
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 3, 2025) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is seeking applicants interested in serving on the Veterans Advisory Committee. Applicants shall be registered voters and residents of Washington County. Additionally, members shall meet one of the following requirements: Separated from a US Military Service under
HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 30, 2025) – Washington County Government is proud to announce the continued success of its longstanding commitment to land preservation. Since the establishment of the County’s land preservation program in 1981, nearly 43,000 acres of rural land have been permanently preserved, representing approximately 14.5% of Washington County’s
SMITHSBURG, MD (October 2, 2025) – The Washington County Highway Department announces the closure of Watery Lane, between Rinehart Road and Misty Meadow Road, today, Thursday, October 2, 2025, from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Alternative routes will be available for
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (October 1, 2025) – The Washington County Department of Planning and Zoning is pleased to announce that the final document of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan is now effective. The Washington County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) officially adopted the plan on August 26, 2025. This long-range strategic