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Washington County Office of Emergency Management Shares Statewide Open-Air Burning Ban Information

November 1, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 1, 2024) – The Washington County’s Office of Emergency Management is relaying an important announcement from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR): effective today, November 1, 2024, a statewide ban on open-air burning is in place across all Maryland counties due to heightened wildfire risk. The ban will remain until further

Notice of Funding Availability: Community Organization Funding for Fiscal Year 2026

November 1, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 1, 2024) – The Washington County Office of Grant Management (OGM), on behalf of the Board of County Commissioners, is excited to announce the opening of the Fiscal Year 2026 Community Organization Funding (COF) application process. This initiative aims to support eligible nonprofit organizations within Washington County that enhance

“Thankful Travels” – Bus Fare Food Drive to Support Local Families this Thanksgiving

November 1, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 1, 2024) – In the spirit of Thanksgiving, the Washington County Transit Department is excited to announce the launch of the “Thankful Travels” Food Drive, a special initiative that allows bus passengers to contribute to the community while traveling. From Monday, November 18, 2024, through Saturday, November 23, 2024, passengers

Holiday Magic from the North Pole: Special Phone Calls for Children Ages 3-6

November 1, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 1, 2024) – The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department is thrilled to announce a special holiday experience for children ages 3-6! This season, children will have the chance to receive a personal phone call from Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, and their cheerful North Pole elves. Calls will be

Verizon Wireless Potential Outage Affecting 9-1-1 Calls in Washington County, MD

October 31, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 31, 2024) – Washington County’s 911 Communications Center informs the public that Verizon Wireless has identified a potential service issue that may impact the ability of residents in certain areas of Washington County to successfully connect with 911. Verizon Wireless is actively investigating the issue and has alerted Washington

Closing Out Manufacturing Month in Washington County, MD

October 31, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 31, 2024) – As the Washington County, MD Department of Business and Economic Development concludes Manufacturing Month in Washington County, MD, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our diverse and outstanding manufacturing community. Throughout October, we celebrated the importance of our local manufacturing sector with four inspiring videos

Washington County Honors Clear Spring EMS and Division of Emergency Services Teams with Life Savers Award for Pediatric Cardiac Arrest Save

October 30, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 30, 2024) – This morning, the Washington County Division of Emergency Services (DES) proudly presented the Life Savers Award to Clear Spring EMS and Division of Emergency Services (DES) team members for their remarkable achievement in saving a young life during an exceptionally rare out-of-hospital pediatric cardiac arrest. In the

Washington County Division of Emergency Services Presents Life Savers Award to Community Rescue Service Clinicians

October 29, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 29, 2024) – This morning, the Washington County Division of Emergency Services (DES) presented the Life Savers Award to clinicians from Community Rescue Service (CRS) in recognition of their outstanding response to an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. The award acknowledges the team’s swift actions, clinical expertise, and dedication to the health

TRAFFIC ALERT: Temporary Road Closure on Bowie Road

October 29, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 29, 2024) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a temporary road closure of Bowie Road scheduled for today, October 29, 2024, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. The closure will affect the section between Remsburg Road and Taylors Landing Road to allow for essential maintenance. Motorists are

Washington County Office of Emergency Management Urges Residents to Refrain from Outdoor Burning Amid Heightened Fire Risk

October 28, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 28, 2024) – Following two recent wildland fires in the mountains of Washington County, MD, Washington County’s Office of Emergency Management announces a strong advisory against outdoor burning due to elevated fire risk conditions. Today, the combination of low relative humidity and dry vegetation increases the potential for rapid fire spread,

Washington County Releases Final Draft of Comprehensive Plan – We Want Your Feedback!

October 28, 2024

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (October 28, 2024) – The Washington County Planning Commission is pleased to announce the release of the final draft of the Comprehensive Plan for the County. The purpose of this document is to develop a community vision for future land use and growth management. This release will begin a 60-day comment

Washington County Invites Vendors for Annual Groundhog Day Celebration

October 28, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 28, 2024) – The Washington County Department of Economic and Business Development is excited to announce the upcoming annual Groundhog Day Celebration, set to take place on Friday, January 31, 2025, at the Washington County Agricultural Education Center, located at 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, Maryland. In the event of inclement

Hop on the County Commuter Halloween Express! Free Rides and Spooky Fun on October 31st!

October 28, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 28, 2024) – In the spirit of Halloween, the Washington County Transit Department invites you to join the spooky festivities on the Halloween Express! On October 31st, the County Commuter will be transformed into a Halloween-themed bus, fully decked out with eerie decorations for a frightfully fun experience. Best of

Washington County Parks Will Close for the 2024 Season on October 27

October 25, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 25, 2024) – The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department announces Washington County Parks will officially close for the season on Sunday, October 27, 2024. Visitors are encouraged to continue enjoying the parks. However, amenities will be limited. Parks will reopen on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Please be advised

Hagerstown Regional Airport Receives $5.25 Million FAA Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Grant for Terminal Expansion

October 24, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 24, 2024) – Hagerstown Regional Airport (HGR) is proud to announce that it has been awarded a $5.25 million dollar grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). This competitive national grant will enable the airport to expand its terminal by no less than 20%, a

Public Notice: Sharpsburg Water System Hydrant Flushing

October 23, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 23, 2024) – The Washington County Department of Water Quality will begin flushing fire hydrants on the Sharpsburg Water System start will begin flushing fire hydrants on the Sharpsburg Water System starting the week of October 28, 2024. This process, which includes the exercising of valves, will continue intermittently

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Bottom Road

October 23, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 23, 2024) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Bottom Road, between the tannery to the quarry, on Monday, October 28, 2024, through Thursday, October 31, 2024. The road will be closed daily from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. We apologize for any inconvenience

Parking Fee to be Introduced at Hagerstown Regional Airport (HGR) in Early 2025

October 22, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 22, 2024) – Hagerstown Regional Airport (HGR) will introduce a new parking fee starting in early 2025, aimed at supporting the airport’s continued growth and enhanced services. Construction on the expanded parking facilities is set to begin in November 2024, with parking fee collection expected to begin in January/February 2025.

NOTICE OF CONSTRUCTION – Partial Terminal Parking Lot Closure at Hagerstown Regional Airport

October 21, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 21, 2024) – Hagerstown Regional Airport (HGR) will soon begin construction work within the southern portion of the terminal parking lot. To accommodate this project, a section of the parking lot will be closed and barricaded to allow construction activities to proceed safely and efficiently. Affected Area: As indicated

TRAFFIC ALERT: Temporary Road Closure on Sterling Road for Railroad Maintenance

October 18, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 18, 2024) – The Washington County Highway Department would like to inform the public that Norfolk Southern will be closing Sterling Road at the railroad tracks for maintenance beginning Monday, October 21, 2024, at 8:30 AM. The closure will remain in effect through Friday, October 25, 2024, until 4:00 PM. During

Washington County Preserves Historic Hogmire-Berryman Farm Through Rural Legacy Program

October 18, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 18, 2024) – The Washington County Division of Planning & Zoning is proud to announce the preservation of the historic, 40-acre Hogmire-Berryman Farm, adding to the more than 41,000 acres of permanently preserved land within the County. The conservation easement, located on Spielman Road in Fairplay, was secured