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HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 14, 2022) – The Washington County Highway Department is seeking snow removal contractors for the 2022-2023 winter season. The Highway Department is looking for 3/4 ton or above pickup trucks with plows, equipment with plows, and full-size dump trucks with plows and spreaders. The deadline for prospective
HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 14, 2022) – The Washington County Office of Grant Management announces a new grant program created to assist eligible local nonprofit organizations impacted by the Covid-19 public health emergency and its negative economic impact upon our community. The County has allocated $1,500,000 of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 14, 2022) – The Washington County Department of Business Development announces nominations by the public are now being accepted for the 2022-2023 Washington County Farm of the Year. Designed to recognize and honor the rich agricultural heritage embedded in Washington County, the Farm of the Year Award application is open to all
HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 1, 2022) – In observance of Labor Day, Washington County Government offices will be closed on Monday, September 5, 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 (September 1, 2022) – The “Remembrance in the Park” memorial ceremony is less than two weeks away. The memorial ceremony will begin at 6:00 p.m. on September 13, 2022. Handicap parking will be onsite. We encourage you to bring your own seating if you prefer to sit during
HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 1, 2022) – The Washington County Department of Business Development announces nominations by the public are now being accepted for the 2022-2023 Washington County Farm of the Year. Designed to recognize and honor the rich agricultural heritage embedded in Washington County, the Farm of the Year Award application is open to all
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 31, 2022) – On behalf of Horizon Farm Credit, The Washington County Department of Business Development announces Horizon Farm Credit is now accepting applications for their second annual Farmers on the Rise program, which will award up to ten $10,000 prizes to young, beginning, small, minority, and/or veteran farmers in their footprint.
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 31, 2022) – The Washington County Local Management Board (LMB) announced its award of $866,202 in state grant funds awarded by the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services, on behalf of the Children’s Cabinet. The grant award will fund six initiatives aimed at strengthening and
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 15, 2022) – Washington County Government, the Washington County Division of Emergency Services, and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office invite you to attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Open House for the Public Safety Training Center on September 20, 2022, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 29, 2022) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Bottom Road on Wednesday, August 31, 2022 from 8:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The road will be closed from Route 68 at the tannery to the railroad tracks at the quarry. For additional information,
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 26, 2022) – The Washington County Department of Environmental Management announces that there will be a free scrap tire day on September 10, 2022, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Forty West Landfill. This event is provided for Washington County residents only and there is no
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 24, 2022) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Beaver Creek Church Road from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 25, 2022. The roadway will be closed between Beaver Creek Church Road and the Beaver Creek School Museum for pipe replacement. For
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 24, 2022) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Zittlestown Road from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 24, 2022. The roadway will be closed starting at 6371 Washington Monument Road for road repairs. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 23, 2022) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is seeking applicants interested in serving on the Washington County Ethics Commission. Qualified applicants shall be Washington County residents of good moral character and sound judgment who can interpret and administer the Washington County Ethics Ordinance. An application may
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 16, 2022) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Leathers Road from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 18, 2022. The roadway will be closed near the area of 23519 Leathers Road between Greensburg Road and Edgemont Road for pipe replacement.
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 15, 2022) – Washington County Government, the Washington County Division of Emergency Services, and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office invite you to attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Open House for the Public Safety Training Center on September 20, 2022, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
HAGERSTOWN, MD (Aug 15, 2022) – The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department announces registration for fall programs is now open! To view the program brochure and register for the programs of your choice, please visit: https://bit.ly/F22WCRG For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations and Marketing Department at
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 9, 2022) – Effective Monday, August 15, 2022, The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department announces Marty Snook Pool will be closed Monday through Friday and will open on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The pool will be open for Labor Day weekend,
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 9, 2022) – The Washington County Gaming Commission announced its gaming fund distribution to the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association, as well as 60 local charitable organizations. The Gaming Fund total of $2,591,012.93 for fiscal year 2022, which ended June 30, represents an increase of
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 1, 2022) – The Washington County Office of Emergency Management invites you to attend 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 have served, in the military,
Since our last release on April 30, 2022, it has been very busy in Washington County, Maryland, and there is much more to come. To learn more, check out our latest issue of the County Connection Newsletter HERE or below: