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HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 16, 2024) – Due to the ongoing inclement weather and Washington County Public Schools operating on a 2-hour delay, Washington County Government announces the implementation of liberal leave for all non-essential employees tomorrow, Wednesday, January 17, 2024, until 10:00 a.m. Essential personnel are expected to fulfill their duties as usual. We’ll keep
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 15, 2024) – Due to the ongoing inclement weather, Washington County Government announces the implementation of liberal leave for all non-essential employees tomorrow, Tuesday, January 16, 2024, until 10:00 a.m. Essential personnel are expected to fulfill their duties as usual. For those required to travel, exercise caution on the roadways. If driving
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 12, 2024) – The Washington County Division of Engineering announces that Mt. Aetna Road has reopened. We appreciate the understanding and patience demonstrated by our community during the road closure. For further information, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations and Marketing Department at [email protected]. #
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 12, 2024) – The Washington County Government Solid Waste Department informs the public to be aware of delays to the landfill entrance at the Forty West Landfill, located at 12630 Earth Care Road, Hagerstown, Maryland on Friday, January 19, 2024, between 10:00 am and 12:00 pm. The landfill bridge
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 12, 2024) – As of 6:00 a.m., the Washington County Highway Department announces ALL roads have reopened after being temporarily closed due to high water: Ashton Road Wishard Road Independence Road Cresspond Road Kemps Mill Road at the old mill We appreciate the understanding and patience demonstrated by our
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 11, 2024) – As of 10:15 a.m., the Washington County Highway Department announces the following roads have reopened after being temporarily closed due to high water: Ashton Road Wishard Road Independence Road The following roads remain closed: Cresspond Road Kemps Mill Road at the old mill The
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 11, 2024) – The Washington County Government Solid Waste Department informs the public that the issues with the credit system have been resolved and credit card payments can now be accepted at the Forty West Landfill, located at 12630 Earth Care Road, Hagerstown, Maryland. We thank you for
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 10, 2024) – In response to the recent weather system that impacted Washington County, MD, local authorities and the Washington County Highway Department have taken necessary measures to ensure public safety. As a result, several roads in the area have been temporarily closed. The following roads are currently closed:
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 10, 2024) – In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Washington County Government offices will be closed on Monday, January 15, 2024. County services will operate as listed below: The Hagerstown Regional Airport administrative offices and the maintenance department will be closed on Monday, January 15,
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 6, 2024) – The Washington County Government Solid Waste Department informs the public that due to inclement weather conditions the Kaetzel Transfer Station, located at 2926 Kaetzel Rd, Knoxville, MD 21758, is now closed. We apologize for any inconvenience. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations and
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 5, 2024) – The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department announces that due to inclement weather ALL Washington County Parks & Recreation Department Programs and Rec Center Rentals at ALL locations including Hagerstown Community College and Martin Luther King Gymnasium will be cancelled on Saturday, January 6th.
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 2, 2024) – The Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development will be hosting the annual Groundhog Day Event at the Washington County Agricultural Education Center in Boonsboro. The Groundhog Day Event will be held on February 2, 2024 (snow date February 16, 2024). This indoor event will
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 26, 2023) – In observance of New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, Washington County Government offices will be closed beginning at 1:00 pm on Thursday, December 28, 2023 and remain closed on Friday, December 29, 2023, and Monday January 1, 2024. County services will operate as
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 21, 2023) – The Washington County Government Solid Waste Department informs the public that until further notice, credit card payments will not be accepted at the Forty West Landfill, located at 12630 Earth Care Road, Hagerstown, Maryland, due to ongoing issues with the credit card system. Please be assured
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 20, 2023) – The Washington County Division of Engineering announces Dogstreet Road will be closed to traffic from the intersection of Nicodemus Mill Road to the intersection of Mount Briar Road effective Friday, December 22, 2023, from 6:30 am to 4:30 pm. This closure is essential to complete
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 19, 2023) – On behalf of the National Park Service, the Washington County Division of Public Works announces that Harpers Ferry Road is now open. Read the original release below. Harpers Ferry Road Reopend Masonry work on Level 33 dry-laid stone wall to continue through January WILLIAMSPORT, Md.—
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 18, 2023) – The Washington County Division of Environmental Management and Highways Department announce that McDade Road is now reopened to the public after a successful sewer installation. For further information, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations and Marketing Department at 240-313-2380 or [email protected].
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 18, 2023) – In observance of Christmas, Washington County Government offices will be closed beginning at 1:00 pm on Thursday, December 21, 2023 and remain closed on Friday, December 22, 2023 and Monday, December 25, 2023. County services will operate as listed below: The Hagerstown Regional Airport
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 15, 2023) – On Tuesday, December 12, 2023, the Maryland Building Officials Association conducted their annual conference and awards ceremony. Washington County’s own Dave Kerns was awarded the Inspector of the Year award for the State of Maryland. Dave Kerns has been employed with Washington County since 2011
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 14, 2023) – The Washington County Division of Engineering announces that David H. Martin will be closing Mt. Aetna Road, near Howell Road, effective Monday, December 18, 2023, for storm drain work. The closure is expected to last approximately 30 days. The City of Hagerstown will also be
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 13, 2023) – The Washington County State’s Attorney’s Office announces it will be closed between 11:30 am and 1:00 pm on Friday, December 15, 2023. We apologize for any inconvenience. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations and Marketing Department at 240-313-2380. ###
