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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
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 21, 2022) – In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, Washington County Government offices will close at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 23, 2022, and remain closed on Thursday, November 24, and Friday, November 25, 2022. County services will operate as listed below: The Hagerstown Regional Airport terminal and airfield will operate
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 18, 2022) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners announces the upgrade of the position Emergency Manager. The upgrade has resulted in the promotion of Tom Brown Jr. to Director of Emergency Management. Brown has been employed with Washington County Government for over 14 years. He
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 17, 2022) – The Washington County Office of Grant Management announces the commencement of the FY23 Surplus Funding Nonprofit Assistance application process. This program was established to distribute surplus funds set aside by the Board of County Commissioners in order to provide assistance to local 501c3 nonprofits serving
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 16, 2022) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is pleased to announce the hiring of Katrina Wyand-Yurish as Human Resources Director. Wyand-Yurish comes to Washington County Government with an extensive background in human resources. Throughout her career, she has gained significant experience inorganizational development, engagement, and
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 14, 2022) – The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department announces registration for winter programs is now open! To view the program brochure and register for the programs of your choice, please visit https://bit.ly/W22WCRG. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations and Marketing Department at
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 7, 2022) – In observance of Veteran’s Day, Washington County Government offices will be closed on Friday, November 11, 2022. 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 department will be closed. Allegiant air
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 3, 2022) – The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department announces Washington County Parks are officially closed for the season. Visitors are encouraged to continue enjoying the parks. However, amenities will be limited. Parks will reopen on May 6, 2023. Please be advised that restrooms will be
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 2, 2022) – The Washington County Department of Business Development announces two Washington County farm families were recognized at the recent World Dairy Expo held in Madison, Wisconsin. The World Dairy Expo, held annually in Madison Wisconsin, serves as a forum for dairy producers, companies, organizations and other dairy enthusiast
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 28, 2022) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners announces the promotion of Jonathan Horowitz to Director for the Department of Business Development. He will assume his role as director on October 31, 2022. Horowitz has been employed with Washington County Government for over 3
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 27, 2022) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is pleased to announce the appointment of Neil Doran as Airport Director for Hagerstown Regional Airport. Doran comes to Washington County Government with an extensive background in aviation. He became actively engaged in aviation studies in 2007 and
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 27, 2022) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is pleased the announce the appointment of Michelle Gordon as Chief Financial Officer. Gordon is a lifelong resident of Washington County. After graduating from Williamsport High School in Williamsport, Maryland, she obtained her Bachelor of Science from
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 26, 2022) – The Washington County Department of Business Development is pleased to announce the 2022-2023 Farm of the Year, Baker Farms LLC of Boonsboro, Maryland. The Farm of the Year program recognizes a Washington County farm that showcases excellence in agriculture and promotes a greater understanding
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 26, 2022) – Effective Wednesday October 26, 2022, the Washington County Parks and Recreation Department announces the bathrooms at Doub’s Woods Park will be closed for maintenance. The bathrooms will remain closed until the park re-opens in the spring of 2023. For additional information, please contact Washington
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 21, 2022) – Washington County Government launches Electronic Plan Review to enhance its permitting and land development software known as Accela Automation. The upgrade will increase efficiency by allowing County divisions and departments to handle permitting and land development plan review in a more efficient manner while maintaining a high
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 20, 2022) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Edgemont Road from Graham Avenue to Mong Road. The road will be closed on Monday, October 24, 2022, from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for pipe replacement. For additional information, please contact Washington
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 19, 2022) – The Washington County Division of Engineering will host the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT)’s Consolidated Transportation Plan Tour meeting for Washington County on Thursday, November 3, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. The meeting will be held at the Washington County Public Safety Training Center at 18350 Public
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 13, 2022) – The Washington County Department of Planning & Zoning announces the State of Maryland awarded Washington County $1,550,000 for their Rural Legacy Program on Wednesday, October 12, 2022. Rural Legacy is a conservation easement program funded by the Maryland Dept. of Natural Resources that works to permanently