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December 14, 2021 To the citizens of Washington County: As many of you are aware, the Washington County fire and EMS communitycontinues to work through the final Carter Lane report that looks at the events that occurred on June 29, 2021. This event resulted in injuries to 3
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 14, 2021) – Washington County Highway Department announces Keefer Road will be closed for slope stabilization from the bridge over Lanes Run to Licking Creek Road beginning Wednesday, December 15, 2021 – Wednesday, January 19, 2022, weather permitting. Road closure signs will be posted for the
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 14, 2020) – 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 December 27, 2021, through January 31, 2022. Christmas Tree
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 7, 2021) – The Board of County Commissioners approved 5-0 the acquisition of 747 Northern Avenue in Hagerstown for the new Washington County Government Administrative Annex Building. This property acquisition will accommodate the relocation of the Divisions of Permits and Inspections, Engineering, and Planning and Zoning. The Divisions
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 2, 2021) – On Wednesday, December 1, 2021, the State of Maryland awarded Washington County $1,554,300 for their Rural Legacy Program. Rural Legacy is a conservation easement program funded by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources that works to permanently preserve agriculturally, environmentally, and historically significant properties near Antietam
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 2, 2021) – The Washington County Division of Engineering shares that Norfolk Southern will be working on the railroad crossing at Spielman Road/MD 63 from Monday, December 6 through Wednesday, December 8, 2021. The crossing will be closed at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, December 6th, and will remain closed until the
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 22, 2021) – On October 25, 2021, a resolution/ordinance to authorize and enter into a memorandum of understanding for building code enforcement, permitting, and inspection services was adopted between the Town of Keedysville and the Washington County Board of County Commissioners. Effective Monday, December 6, 2021, the Washington County Division of Permits and
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 22, 2021) – The Washington County Division of Permitting and Inspections announces an expansion to its online services for permitting. Citizens can now submit various permits, trade licenses, and registrations via the Citizen Access portal. All applicants must be registered with Citizen Access before being able to move forward
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 22, 2021) – In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, Washington County Government offices will be closed on Thursday, November 25, and Friday, November 26, 2021. 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
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 9, 2021) – In observance of Veterans Day, Washington County Government offices will be closed on Thursday, November 11, 2021. 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.
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 5, 2021) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is seeking applicants interested in serving on the Washington County Commission for Women. Applicants must be competent individuals who are familiar with the resources available for women and girls, as well as interested in providing assistance to promote the
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 5, 2021) – The Washington County Department of Business Development shares the following information that was released from the Maryland Department of Commerce. The first opportunity, aimed at growing Maryland’s early-stage technology companies with help from investors, the Maryland Innovation Investment Tax Credit program has officially launched. The program, which has $2M in
HAGERSTOWN, MD (November 2, 2021) – The Washington County Department of Business Development announced on October 4, 2021, applications for the Online Sales and Telework Opportunities Grant Program had been reopened. This grant program is intended to assist businesses in setting up an online sales framework and offer employees telework opportunities. Application acceptance closes
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 29, 2021) – Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Bottom Road between the tannery to the quarry on Monday, November 1 through Thursday, November 4, 2021, from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for debris removal. The County encourages drivers to proceed with caution while in
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 27, 2021) – The Washington County Department of Engineering announces a road closure on Kemps Mill Road at the bridge over the Conococheague Creek on Wednesday, November 3, 2021, from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for a routine bridge inspection. In the event of inclement weather, the inspection
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 27, 2021) – The Washington County Department of Engineering announces a road closure on Pecktonville Road at the bridge over Licking Creek on Tuesday, November 2, 2021, from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for a routine bridge inspection. In the event of inclement weather, the inspection and road
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 27, 2021) – The Washington County Department of Business Development announces its partnership with Tri-County Council for Western Maryland in presenting the COVID-19 Resiliency Planning Survey to local businesses. As part of the funding from a Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce Economic
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 27, 2021) – The Washington County Department of Business Development is honored to partner with a local and regional workforce development organization, the Western Maryland Consortium, to announce a new grant opportunity. The Western Maryland Consortium announced the Reemployment Grant is now available for companies in Washington, Allegany, and Garrett counties. The
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 27, 2021) – The Washington County Department of Business Development is pleased to announce the 2021-2022 Farm of the Year, Ivy Hill Farm. 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 today’s farmers. Production,
HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 26, 2021) – Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Mt. Aetna Road between White Hall Road and Mapleville Road on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, from 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. for pipe installation. The County encourages drivers to proceed with caution while in this area.
