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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: June 11, 2020

The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to receive Washington County daily briefings delivered to your inbox. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER At Governor Hogan’s most recent press conference, the announcement was made that effective at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 12, 2020, the State

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Greensburg Road

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 11, 2020) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Greensburg Road between Sandstone Drive and Welty Church Road. The road will be closed on Monday, June 15, 2020 from 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for pipe replacement. The County encourages all drivers to exercise caution

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Greensburg Road

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 11, 2020) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Greensburg Road between Sandstone Drive and Welty Church Road. The road will be closed on Monday, June 15, 2020 from 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for pipe replacement. The County encourages all drivers to exercise caution

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Marty Snook Pool Closed on Friday, June 12th

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 10, 2020) – Washington County Parks and Recreation announces Marty Snook Pool will be closed on Friday, June 12, 2020. As the transition of reopening continues, there remains a need for additional lifeguard staff at the pool. If interested in becoming a lifeguard, please call 240-313-2700. We apologize for

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: June 10, 2020

The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to receive Washington County daily briefings delivered to your inbox. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER Due to the launch of covidLINK we are temporarily removing the COVID-19 dashboard for Washington County, MD. As soon as covidLINK is fully

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‘Together We Serve’ Grant Program for Non-Profits – Apply Now!

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 10, 2020) – The Washington County Office of Grant Management announces the Together We Serve grant program application is now open. This new grant program is created to assist local human-service providing non-profits in providing crucial services to County residents during the Covid-19 public health crisis. The Together We Serve Grant will provide eligible

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: June 9, 2020

The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to receive Washington County daily briefings delivered to your inbox. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER As the County is now in Stage Two of the COVID-19 Recovery Plan, we would like to remind all citizens that in addition

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: June 8, 2020

The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to receive Washington County daily briefings delivered to your inbox. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER As the County is now in Stage Two of the COVID-19 Recovery Plan, we would like to remind all citizens that in addition

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‘Together We Serve’ Grant Program for Non-Profits Opens This Week

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 8, 2020) – The Washington County Office of Grant Management announces a new grant program created to assist local human service providing non-profits in providing crucial services to County residents during the Covid-19 public health crisis. The Together We Serve Grant will provide eligible non-profits up to $20,000 to assist them in

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Rise Up Business Stabilization Grant – Apply Today!

100 W. Washington Street, Suite 1401 Hagerstown, MD 21740 | 240.313.2380 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Danielle Weaver, Director Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] Brittany Higgins, Public Relations Coordinator Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] RISE UP BUSINESS STABILIZATION GRANT – APPLY TODAY! HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 8, 2020) – The Washington County Department of Business Development encourages small businesses in

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: June 5, 2020

The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to receive Washington County daily briefings delivered to your inbox. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER At Governor Hogan’s most recent press conference, the announcement was made that effective at 5:00 p.m. today, Friday, June 5,

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Rise Up Business Stabilization Grants Awarded – Funds Still Available!

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 5, 2020) – The Washington County Department of Business Development encourages small businesses in Washington County, Maryland that meet the criteria for the Rise Up Business Stabilization Grant to submit your application. In the first week of opening the grant program, approximately 300 applications have been submitted, with 36 grants awarded,

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Weverton Road

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 5, 2020) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Weverton Road between Weverton Cliff Road and Garretts Mill Road. The road will be closed on Monday, June 8, 2020 from 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. for pipe replacement. The County encourages all drivers to exercise

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Edgewood Drive

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 5, 2020) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Edgewood Drive between Route 40 and Medical Campus Road on Robinwood Drive. The road will be closed on Monday, June 8, 2020 at 8:30 a.m. to install a new traffic signal pole. To access Meritus Health

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Marty Snook Pool Scheduled to Reopen to the Public

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 6, 2020) – Washington County Parks and Recreation announces Marty Snook Pool will open to the public beginning Monday, June 8, 2020. Although the pool is reopening, there are regulations the public must follow to meet CDC guidelines: 100 people will be allowed inside the pool gates. Slides will

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: June 4, 2020

The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to receive Washington County daily briefings delivered to your inbox. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER At Governor Hogan’s most recent press conference, the announcement was made that effective at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 5,

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Washington County Enters Stage Two of COVID-19 Recovery Plan

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 4, 2020) – At Governor Hogan’s most recent press conference, the announcement was made that effective at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 5, 2020, the State of Maryland will be entering Stage Two of the Maryland Strong: Roadmap to Recovery. Please view Governor Hogan’s Executive Order for specific information. The Washington

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Edgewood Drive is Now Open

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 4, 2020) – The Washington County Highway Department announces Edgewood Drive between Route 40 and Mt. Aetna Road is now open. The road was closed yesterday in response to a damaged traffic signal pole. Traffic operations at the Mt. Aetna Road and Edgewood/Robinwood intersection are now operating under a

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: June 3, 2020

The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to receive Washington County daily briefings delivered to your inbox. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER As businesses and community organizations begin to resume operations during COVID-19, protect yourself and others when using public transportation: • Stay home when

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Edgewood Drive

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 3, 2020) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Edgewood Drive between Route 40 and Mt Aetna Road. The road will be closed effective immediately for repair to a utility pole. To access Meritus Health and Robinwood Medical Center, turn east on Mt Aetna Road

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Liberal Leave is in effective for Washington County Government

LIBERAL LEAVE IS IN EFFECT FOR WASHINGTON COUNTY GOVERNMENT

Liberal leave is in effect for all non-essential personal on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, until noon. Essential personnel are expected to fulfill their duties as usual.

The starting time for today’s Board of County Commissioners meeting will be reevaluated at 9:00 am.

For those required to travel, exercise caution on the roadways. If driving is necessary, ensure your vehicle is completely cleared, drive at a reduced speed, practice caution, and avoid crowding or passing plows.
 
We’ll keep the public informed of any changes. Stay updated by monitoring Washington County Government’s website and social media channels for the latest information. Your safety is our priority!