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HAGERSTOWN, MD (April 18, 2023) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners approves a transition plan to shift the Volunteer Emergency Medical Services (EMS) companies career staffing into County employment. The Division of Emergency Services is authorized to begin transitioning the Volunteer EMS companies career staffing into County employment in
HAGERSTOWN, MD (April 18, 2023) – The Washington County Treasurer’s Office announces a delayed opening for Wednesday, April 19, 2023. The Treasurer’s Office will open at 9:00 a.m. The delayed opening is to allow staff to complete a security-related training requirement. We apologize for any inconvenience this might cause. For
HAGERSTOWN, MD (April 14, 2023) – Washington County Government announces the 43rd annual John C. Frye Historic Preservation Awards Luncheon will be held at the Academy Theater on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. The luncheon is hosted by the Board of County Commissioners and the Historic Advisory Committee each
HAGERSTOWN, MD (April 14, 2023) – The Washington County Department of Environmental Management announces that there will be a free agricultural tire recycling collection event on Friday, May 5, 2023, and Saturday, May 6, 2023 as well as Monday, May 8, 2023, and Tuesday, May 9, 2023. All Washington County Farm Bureau Members along
HAGERSTOWN, MD (April 13, 2023) – The Washington County Division of Engineering announces Mousetown Road will reopen to through traffic at the intersection of Mariah Furnace Road to the driveway entrance of 20912 Mousetown Road by 3:00 p.m. today, Thursday, April 13, 2023. The road has been closed since July
HAGERSTOWN, MD (April 10, 2023) – The Washington County Highway Department announces the road closure on Tommytown Road in Sharpsburg, Maryland, has been extended. The road has been closed since Tuesday, April 4, 2023, and will remain closed until work has been completed. The date of completion is to be determined. For
HAGERSTOWN, MD (April 4, 2023) – In observance of Good Friday, Washington County Government offices will be closed on Friday, April 7, 2023. County services will operate as listed below: The Hagerstown Regional Airport terminal and airfield will operate during regularly scheduled business hours. Administrative offices and the maintenance
HAGERSTOWN, MD (April 3, 2023) – The Washington County Office of Emergency Management invites you to save the date for the annual “Remembrance In The Park” memorial ceremony in the Washington County Emergency Services Tribute Gardens at Hagerstown City Park. This ceremony is a time to honor those who currently serve, or
HAGERSTOWN, MD (April 3, 2023) – The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department announces registration for spring and summer programs is now open! Click here to view the program brochure and register for the programs of your choice. For additional information, please contact the Public Relations and Marketing Department at [email protected]. ###
HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 31, 2023) – The Washington County Gaming Commission will begin the 2023 Gaming Commission Grant funding cycle on Saturday, April 1, 2023. All qualifying charitable organizations with a Washington County presence are encouraged to apply. On (or about) Saturday, April 1, 2023, funding applications will be
HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 31, 2023) – On behalf of the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA), the Washington County Highway Department announces a temporary closure on I-70 to US 40 from Monday, April 3, 2023, to Friday, April 7, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily,
HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 29, 2023) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Tommytown Road in Sharpsburg, Maryland. The road will be closed beginning at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, and will remained closed until work has been completed. The work is anticipated to be
HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 29, 2023) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners announces Jonathan Horowitz, Director of the Department of Business Development, has joined the Innovation Fund as an Investment Committee Member. Other business leaders from the County joining Horowitz as Committee Members include: Frankie Corsi – Investor in Local
HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 28, 2023) – The Washington County Department of Water Quality announces a road closure on Greenberry Road between Timberlane and Woodcrest Road on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, beginning at 7:00 a.m. The road will be closed until the repair work for a sewer lateral is completed. It
HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 24, 2023) – Washington County Government encourages citizens to take the Maryland Department of Transportation (MODOT) public survey regarding the statewide Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan (BPMP). To take the survey, click here and learn more by reading the original press release below. March 24, 2023 –
HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 24, 2023) – Join the Washington County Clean County Initiative and the Town of Williamsport on Saturday, April 15, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for a joint clean-up event. The clean-up event will be held at Bottom River Park. This event qualifies for students’ SSL
HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 23, 2023) – The Washington County Department of Permits and Inspections announces online inspection scheduling and email notifications are temporarily unavailable. To schedule an inspection, please call the IVR system at 240-313-2488. Permits and inspections can be tracked by using the Citizen Access Portal at https://accela.washco-md.net/CitizenAccess/Default.aspx We
HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 21, 2023) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is seeking applicants interested in serving on the Historic District Commission (HDC). Applicants should be individuals who possess a demonstrated special interest, specific knowledge or professional or academic training in such fields as architecture, history, architectural
HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 20, 2023) – On behalf of the National Park Service, the Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Sandy Hook Road has begun today, Monday, March 20, 2023. The road will be closed the Level 33 stone wall repairs being completed by the National Park
HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 17, 2023) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Catholic Church Road on Monday, March 20, 2023. The road will be closed from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. due to tree removal. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations and
HAGERSTOWN, MD (March 16, 2023) – On behalf of the Maryland Forest Service, the Division of Environmental Management invites citizens to attend the “Wonderful Wetlands” workshop at the Washington County Agricultural Education Center on April 1, 2023. The workshop will include several sessions, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For more