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BOONSBORO, MD (August 6, 2026) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Boonsboro Mountain Road, between Keadle Road and Gilardi Road. The closure will take place on Monday, August 10, 2026 between 8:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. for tree removal. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (August 4, 2026) – The Washington County Office of Grant Management, on behalf of the Washington County Board of County Commissioners, is pleased to announce the availability of funding through the Opioid Restitution Fund (ORF). State law requires that all ORF funding be used for opioid abatement, supporting
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (August 5, 2026) – Washington County Parks & Recreation announces that the playground area near Pavilion 2 at Marty Snook Park will close beginning Monday, August 10, 2026, as construction begins on a new, fully accessible and inclusive playground. The project will replace the park’s two existing play areas
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 4, 2026) – Leadership from the Washington County Division of Emergency Services (DES) participated in the Structural Fire Staff Ride presented by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation and hosted by the Frederick County Division of Fire and Rescue Services (DFRS).The educational program examined the line-of-duty death of Captain Joshua Laird,
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (August 3, 2026) – The Washington County Division of Planning & Zoning is pleased to announce the recent preservation of a 69.32-acre farm through the Maryland Agricultural Resource-Based Industries Corporation’s (MARBIDCO) Next Generation Farmland Acquisition (Next Gen) Program, further advancing the County’s efforts to protect agricultural land and bringing
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 31, 2026) – The Washington County Office of Emergency Management invites you to the annual “Remembrance In The Park” memorial ceremony happening Tuesday, September 8, 2026, in the Washington County Emergency Services Tribute Gardens at Hagerstown City Park. The ceremony will start at 6:00 p.m. This year’s ceremony holds special
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 31, 2026) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Independence Road, between Route 40 and Wiles Gambit Spur. The closure will take place on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 between 8:00 am and 3:00 pm. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 29, 2026) – The Washington County Highway Department announces that Poffenberger Road will be closed between Garis Shop Road and the bridge on Thursday, July 30, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Motorists are encouraged to
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 24, 2026) – Beginning Monday, July 27, 2026, at 7:00 a.m., Broadfording Road will be closed to through traffic between McDade Road and Point Salem Road to allow for roadway improvements associated with the Hagers Meadows subdivision development project in the City of Hagerstown. The closure is
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 24, 2026) – The Washington County Division of Engineering announces that beginning Monday, July 27, 2026, at 6:00 a.m., Perini Avenue will be closed to through traffic from Showalter Road to the entrance of the Love’s Travel Stop to allow for intersection improvements. The closure is expected to remain
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (July 17, 2026) –The Office of Emergency Management, Department of Public Relations and Marketing, and the Public Safety Training Center invite residents of all ages to attend the 2026 Emergency Preparedness Expo on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Washington County Public Safety Training Center. This free,
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 17, 2026) – Washington County Parks & Recreation announces the Marty Snook Pool will be closed today, Friday, July 17, 2026. The decision to close the pool has been made to protect citizens from any potential risks associated with the current weather conditions. We apologize for any inconvenience this
The Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development announces applications are now being accepted for the 2026-2027 Washington County Farm of the Year award. Washington County, Maryland is home to many rich agricultural lands yielding essential products and commodities that support our community, state, and nation. The Washington County Farm
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (July 17, 2026) – Washington County, Maryland encourages local residents to complete a short survey to help inform the future development of parks, recreation programs and facilities, as well as other preserved lands throughout the County. Click the links provided below to take the survey between now and Friday,
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 15, 2026) – Washington County Government is warning residents and businesses about a fraudulent email circulating that falsely claims to be from the Washington County Planning & Zoning Department. The scam email notifies recipients that an “Application Review and Approval Fee” must be paid by wire transfer in order
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (June 23, 2026) – Washington County Government extends its sincere gratitude to the businesses, organizations, and community partners whose generous support is helping make the Washington County 250th Anniversary Celebration possible. On July 4, 2026, Washington County will join communities across the nation in commemorating the 250th anniversary of
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (June 23, 2026) – Washington County Parks & Recreation announces updated scheduling information for ongoing tennis court resurfacing and maintenance projects at multiple park and school sites throughout the County. These improvements are designed to enhance playing conditions, improve safety, and extend the lifespan of public recreational facilities for
HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 23, 2026) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure of Beard Spur on Thursday, June 25, 2026 from 7:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. for pipe replacement. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Alternative routes will be available for motorists. For further information,
WILLIAMSPORT, MD (June 19, 2026) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Bottom Road between the Tannery and the railroad tracks at the Quarry from Monday, June 22, 2026, through Tuesday, June 23, 2026, between 7:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause
HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 17, 2026) – The Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development would like to share important information following the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s approval of a Federal Secretarial Disaster Declaration for Maryland in response to the severe freeze event that occurred on April 21, 2026. The declaration was approved by
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (June 17, 2026) – Washington County Parks & Recreation announces the completion of resurfacing and maintenance improvements at the tennis courts at Martin L. “Marty” Snook Park.The project included full resurfacing and painting work designed to enhance playing conditions, improve safety, and extend the long-term usability of the courts