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Washington County Government Restructures Multiple Divisions

September 29, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 29, 2021) – Washington County Government announces the restructuring of several County divisions by reassigning staff from the Division of Plan Review & Permitting to the following divisions, effective October 2, 2021: Permits & Inspection (formerly Division of Construction) Engineering Planning & Zoning The restructuring streamlines planning, zoning, engineering, permitting,

Apply Today for the USDA Pandemic Response & Safety Grant Program

September 28, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 28, 2021) – The Washington County Department of Business Development announces the rollout of the USDA Pandemic Response and Safety Grant Program. The Pandemic Response and Safety (PRS) Grant Program provides funding to help small specialty crop producers, food processors, manufacturers, distributors, and farmers markets recover costs incurred by responding to

Apply Today for Northeast SARE Farmer Grant

September 28, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 28, 2021) – The Washington County Department of Business Development announces the Northeast SARE (Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education) Farmer Grant Program. The cap on this grant is $30,000 and grant applications are due by November 16, 2021. The grant program is open to all commercial farm business owners and farm

It’s Hispanic Heritage Month! Nominate a Local, Hispanic-Owned Business in Washington County

September 26, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 15, 2021) – To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, the Washington County Public Relations and Marketing Department invites the public to nominate local, Hispanic-owned businesses in Washington County to be highlighted on Washington County Government social media pages and on the website. Nominations will be accepted beginning today

POSTPONED: Public Hearing for Black Rock PUD

September 20, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 20, 2021) – Washington County Department of Planning and Zoning announce the public hearing scheduled for Tuesday, September 28, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. at Kepler Theater regarding a major change request (RZ-21-003) for the Black Rock PUD has been postponed. A new date for a public hearing has

Lifting of Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for 21738-21835 Academy Terrace – Mt Aetna Water System

September 17, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 17, 2021) – The Washington County Department of Water Quality announces the precautionary boil water advisory is hereby rescinded for the residents of 21738-21835 Academy Terrace following the successful repairs made to the main water line and the satisfactory completion of the bacteriological survey showing that the water is

It’s Hispanic Heritage Month! Nominate a Local, Hispanic-Owned Business in Washington County

September 15, 2021

Boil Advisory for Mt. Aetna Water System

September 15, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 15, 2021) – The Washington County, Maryland Department of Water Quality announces a precautionary boil water advisory to customers at 21738 – 21835 Academy Terrace on the Mt. Aetna Water System. Because of water line break and repair, a boil water advisory is issued. It is recommended

PROJECT RESTORE – Grant Application Opens Today at Noon

September 8, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 8, 2021) – The application for Project Restore, led by the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development is scheduled to open today at noon. MDHCD is administering $25 million to provide financial support to Maryland’s new or expanding businesses to help incentivize commercial investment in vacant retail and

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Walnut Point West

September 8, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 8, 2021) – Washington County Highway Department announces Walnut Point West will be closed between Route 40 and Walnut Point Road beginning Monday, September 13, 2021, through Thursday, September 23, 2021, from 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The road will be closed for the replacement of a headwall.

TRAFFIC ALERT: Roads Reopen in Washington County, MD

September 3, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 3, 2021) – The Washington County Highway Department announces the following roads are now open that were closed due to flooding from Tropical Depression Ida: Kemps Mill Road from the Mill to Snug Harbor Licking Creek Road from Keefer Road to the dead end Independence Road from Route 40 to the FOP

Stay Safe This Labor Day Weekend!

September 3, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 3, 2021) – With a near-perfect forecast for this Labor Day weekend, many citizens may choose to spend it outside and on a local waterway. The Washington County Emergency Management reminds citizens that as Tropical Depression Ida passed through the area earlier this week, the Upper Potomac River, Conococheague Creek,

TRAFFIC ALERT: Updated Road Closures in Washington County, MD

September 2, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 2, 2021) – The Washington County Highway Department announces the following new road closures due to flooded roadways: Kemps Mill Road from the Mill to Snug Harbor Licking Creek Road from Keefer Road to the dead end The following roads remain closed due to flooded roadways: Independence Road from Route 40 to the

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closures & Openings in Washington County, MD

September 2, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 2, 2021) – The Washington County Highway Department announces the following roads are now open that were closed last night: Ashton Road at Gruber Road High Germany Road Rowe Road between Itnyre Road and Smithsburg/Leitersburg Road Battletown Road Leiters Mill Road The following roads remain closed due to flooded roadways: Independence Road

TRAFFIC ALERT: ROAD CLOSURES IN WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD

September 1, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 1, 2021) –The Washington County Highway Department announces the following road closures due to flooded roadways: Battletown Road Rowe Road between Itnyre Road and Smithsburg/Leitersburg Road Ashton Road at Gruber Road Wishard Road Pectonville Road at Licking Creek Road Cresspond Road Leiters Mill Road High Germany Road The County encourages

WEATHER ALERT: Significant Rainfall and River Flooding from Ida

September 1, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 1, 2021) – Washington County is beginning to see significant rainfall from the remnants of Ida. The Washington County Office of Emergency Management continues to closely monitor the storm as it is now in Washington County. As mentioned yesterday, reports indicate that water levels along the river

Washington County Government Closed for Labor Day

September 1, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 17, 2021) – In observance of Independence Day, Washington County Government offices will be closed on Monday, September 6, 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

WEATHER ALERT: Prepare for Significant Rainfall and Possible Flooding

August 31, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 31, 2021) – Washington County Emergency Management is closely monitoring Ida as the storm moves north toward Washington County. As of this morning, initial reports indicate that water levels along the river and creeks in Washington County will reach major flood stage through Saturday, September 4, 2021. Specific

MEDIA ALERT: Wings & Wheels Expo

August 25, 2021

EVENT TITLE: Wings and Wheels Expo HOST ORGANIZATION: Hagerstown Aviation Museum DATE: September 11, 2021 TIME: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. VENUE: The Original Fairchild Dome Hangar 14211 Basore Drive, Hagerstown, MD EVENT INFO:

PROJECT RESTORE – Grant Opportunities for New and Expanding Businesses

August 24, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 24, 2021) – The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development is administering $25 million to provide financial support to Maryland’s new or expanding businesses to help incentivize commercial investment in vacant retail and commercial properties. Project Restore will provide two grant opportunities for businesses that plan on

Washington County to Commemorate 20th Anniversary of 9/11 with Remembrance Ceremony

August 23, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 23, 2021) – The Washington County Office of Emergency Management invites you to attend the 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony as we commemorate the 20th anniversary. This event will take place at Hagerstown Regional Airport on Tuesday, September 7, 2021, at 5:30 p.m and is open to the public. Please RSVP by clicking