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HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 9, 2023) – The Washington County Emergency Management Office announces the Washington County Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee will hold the rescheduled public meeting on Thursday, January 19, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Washington County Public Safety Training Center in classrooms 5 and
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 5, 2023) – On behalf of the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA), the Washington County Highway Department announces Maryland 68 at US 11 to Cedar Ridge Road will be closed on Saturday, January 7, 2023, and Sunday, January 8, 2023, from 7:00 a.m.
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 4, 2023) – The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department announces winter programs begin this weekend! If you have not yet registered, click on the image above to view the program brochure and register for the programs of your choice. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 23, 2022) – In observance of New Year’s, Washington County Government offices will close at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 29, 2022, and remain closed on Friday, December 30, 2022, and Monday, January 2, 2023. County services will operate as listed below: The Hagerstown Regional Airport
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 22, 2022) – Due to a power outage the Washington County Solid Waste & Recycling Kaetzel transfer station, located at 2926 Kaetzel Road, will be closed today, Thursday, December 22, 2022. We will provide an update as soon as the issue is corrected. We apologize for any inconvenience.
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 22, 2022) – Washington County Government announces liberal leave is in effect for all non-essential Washington County employees today, Thursday, December 22, 2022. County employees who are designated as “Essential” are expected to perform their duties as they normally would. Employees who can telework should report at their usual time. The County encourages
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 16, 2022) – The Washington County Department of Solid Waste is offering free Christmas Tree recycling to Washington County residents. All lights, ornaments, and nails must be removed from the tree. Trees will be accepted daily beginning Tuesday, December 27, 2022, through Tuesday, January 31, 2023. Christmas Tree
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 16, 2022) – In observance of Christmas, Washington County Government offices will close at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 22, 2022, and remain closed on Friday, December 23, and Monday, December 26, 2022. County services will operate as listed below: The Hagerstown Regional Airport terminal and airfield
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 14, 2022) – Washington County Government announces liberal leave is in effect for all non-essential Washington County employees tomorrow, Thursday, December 15, 2022. County employees who are designated as “Essential” are expected to perform their duties as they normally would. Employees who can telework should report at their usual time. The County encourages
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 12, 2022) – While Washington County Government continues to make progress on restoring County technology systems, some work remains to ensure that every system is ready for public access before it is brought back online. Washington County’s top priority is to ensure that our community members can
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 9, 2022) – The Washington County Division of Emergency Services advises Washington County residents to anticipate traffic delays and road closures along Route 68, Route 632, and Route 56 on Monday, December 12, 2022, for the funeral service and procession of Clear Spring Volunteer Fire Chief Zachary
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 7, 2022) – The Washington County Department of Business Development will be hosting the annual Groundhog Day Event on Friday, February 3, 2023. The Groundhog Day Event will be held at the Washington County Agricultural Education Center located at 7313 Sharpsburg Pike in Boonsboro. Local products will be featured
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 6, 2022) – The newly-elected Board of County Commissioners officially began their four year term today with a swearing-in ceremony at Washington County Circuit Court. The Honorable Judge Brett R. Wilson officiated the ceremony. Kevin Tucker, clerk of the Circuit Court, led the swearing-in of the commissioners.
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 2, 2022) – Washington County is seeing progress in restoring County systems after the cybersecurity incident that occurred on Thursday, November 24, 2022. Washington County incident response efforts remain in full effect and significant progress has been made. Washington County’s top priority continues to be ensuring our
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 1, 2022) – Washington County Government encourages residents to take the Hagerstown/Eastern Panhandle MPO (HEPMPO) survey regarding the area’s Regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan. Learn more by reading the public notice below. Survey Open – Regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan The Hagerstown/Eastern Panhandle MPO (HEPMPO) hereby notify
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 1, 2022) – Santa Claus is coming to town and he’s making a pit stop at Hagerstown Regional Airport (HGR). Children and families are invited to come see Santa between 12:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 24, 2022. Children will have the chance to sit
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 29, 2022) – Washington County officials continue working to restore County services that were impacted by the cybersecurity incident on Thursday, November 24, 2022. Washington County’s top priority continues to be ensuring our community members are safe and can access County government services they rely upon. Washington
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 27, 2022) – On November 24, 2022, Washington County became aware of a cybersecurity incident, resulting in disruption to certain computer systems, the County’s website, and certain County services. We continue working to restore County services that were impacted by the cybersecurity incident as quickly and safely
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 25, 2022) – On November 24, 2022, Washington County Government experienced a cybersecurity incident resulting in disruption to certain computer systems, the County’s website, and certain County services. At this time, the disruption is affecting capabilities at the Emergency Communications Center (911) but does not prevent citizens
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 21, 2022) – The Washington County Emergency Management Office announces the Washington County Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee will hold a public meeting on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the 2nd Floor Conference Room at 100 West Washington Street in Hagerstown.
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 21, 2022) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Yale Drive between Medical Campus Road and Scholar Drive. The road will be closed on Thursday, November 24, 2022, from 8:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public