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HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 26, 2023) – Washington County Government reminds Washington County residents to prepare for potential traffic disruptions on the following dates: Thursday, October 26, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., anticipate traffic delays on Eastern Boulevard North. On Friday, October 27, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 26, 2023) – The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department announces Washington County Parks will officially close for the season on Sunday, October 29, 2023. Visitors are encouraged to continue enjoying the parks. However, amenities will be limited. Parks will reopen on Saturday, May 4, 2024. Please be advised
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 25, 2023) – Washington County Government advises Washington County residents to prepare for potential traffic disruptions on the following dates: Thursday, October 26, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., anticipate traffic delays on Eastern Boulevard North. On Friday, October 27, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 25, 2023) – The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department invites you to the Annual Park at Dark and Bonfire Night. The family-friendly evening with spooktastic fun, games, and excitement will be held this Friday, October 27, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Washington
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 25, 2023) – The Washington County Department of Economic and Business Development is seeking local farms, farmers and value-added producers and vendors to participate in the annual upcoming Groundhog Day Celebration event on Friday, February 2, 2024. The Groundhog Day Celebration is a Department of Business and Economic
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 24, 2023) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Keefer Road and Licking Creek Road for a bridge replacement. The closure will extend from Licking Creek Road to 1/2 mile east on Keefer Road. The closure will begin on Wednesday, November 1, 2023
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 24, 2023) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Beaver Creek Church Road at the bridge. The road will be temporarily closed from Monday, October 30, 2023 to Wednesday, November 22, 2023. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Alternative
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 20, 2023) – Starting next Monday, October 23, 2023, the Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development invites all citizens to participate in a digital trivia scavenger hunt to promote Economic Development Week. Monday-Thursday a new, four-question trivia form will be posted at 8:00 am at
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 20, 2023) – Washington County Government encourages residents to provide input on the Maryland Transit Administration MARC Growth and Transformation Plan. To complete the survey, click the button below and to learn more about the study, visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MARCGrowthPlan. TAKE THE SURVEY READ THE FULL RELEASE For additional information, please contact
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 19, 2023) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Keefer Road. The road will be temporarily closed on Monday, October 23, 2023 and Tuesday, October 24, 2023 for tree removal. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Alternative routes will
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 17, 2023) – The Washington County Department of Business Development is pleased to announce the 2023-2024 Farm of the Year, Creek Bound Farms LLC. The Farm of the Year program recognizes a Washington County farm that showcases excellence in agriculture and promotes a greater understanding of the challenges faced by
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 17, 2023) – The Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development received a 2023 Excellence in Economic Development Gold and Bronze Awards from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The award was bestowed specifically for the organization’s work in the Magazine & Newsletter (GOLD) and Multimedia/Video
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 17, 2023) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is pleased to announce the appointment of Kelcee Mace to Chief Financial Officer. Kelcee holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting from Juniata College and is actively working toward the prestigious Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO)
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 16, 2023) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Remsburg Road. The road will be temporarily closed on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Alternative routes will
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 16, 2023) – Washington County Government is proud to announce Black Rock Golf Course was named as the Best Golf Course in the Best of the Tristate Awards presented by Herald Mail Media. Black Rock Golf Course is a county-owned 18-hole course that features sculptured fairways, excellent
CONTACT: Danielle Weaver, Director Phone: 240-313-2384 Email: [email protected] Jonathan Byrd, Public Relations Coordinator Phone: 240-313-2382 Email: [email protected] HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 16, 2023) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is pleased to announce the appointment of Greg Cartrette to Director of Permits & Inspections commencing his role today, October 16, 2023. Greg brings
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 12, 2023) – The Washington County Division of Permits & Inspections is excited to announce that electrical renewals for licenses and registrations will soon be submitted and processed electronically. This streamlined process is designed to enhance convenience and efficiency for licensed contractors. Renewal notifications for electrical licenses
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 11, 2023) – The Washington County Department of Environmental Management announces that there will be a free scrap tire day on October 14, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Forty West Landfill. This event is provided for Washington County residents only and there is no
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 10, 2023) – The Department of Business and Economic Development is thrilled to announce that Conair is set to establish a distribution center in Washington County, MD. This exciting development is projected to create approximately 700 new full-time jobs over the next decade, further bolstering economic growth in the
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 7, 2023) – Hagerstown Regional Airport, in collaboration with Washington County Government and Washington County Office of Emergency Management, is excited to announce a simulated aircraft emergency disaster exercise that will take place today, Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This exercise will
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 6, 2023) – The Washington County Division of Environmental Management announces the precautionary boil water advisory is hereby rescinded for the residents of the Mount Aetna Water System following the successful repairs made to the water line and the satisfactory completion of the bacteriological survey showing that the water