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Washington County Health Department Soon to Provide COVID-19 Vaccinations to First Responders, Health Care Providers

December 23, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 23, 2020) – The Washington County Health Department has announced plans to roll out its COVID-19 vaccinations for first responders and health care providers, the two populations identified in the State of Maryland’s highest priority group. Maryland has been planning for the deployment of COVID-19 vaccines since early 2020 by

Paycheck Protection Program Expands Eligibility to Include 501(c)(6)s

December 22, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 22, 2020) – The Washington County Department of Business Development shares the following information that was released from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Summary of 501(c)(6) Eligibility in Pandemic Relief Package Expansion of PPP The final pandemic relief package restarts the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and expands PPP

COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: December 22, 2020

December 22, 2020

The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Please visit www.washco-md.net/coronavirus-info for the latest numbers on Washington County’s COVID-19 dashboard.’ Click here to receive Washington County briefings delivered to your inbox. COVID-19 Joint Information Daily Briefings will be released ONLY on Tuesdays and Fridays.

Washington County Government Closing Early on December 23rd

December 22, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 22, 2020) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved for County offices to close at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 23, 2020. The closure will allow employees to begin an early observance of the Christmas holiday. Essential services will be provided through normal operating hours and

Washington County Government Closed for Christmas Holiday

December 21, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 21, 2020) – In observance of the Christmas holiday, Washington County Government offices will be closed on Thursday, December 24, 2020, and Friday, December 25, 2020. 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

COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: December 18, 2020

December 18, 2020

COVID-19 JOINT INFORMATION CENTER BRIEFING December 18, 2020 The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Please visit www.washco-md.net/coronavirus-info for the latest numbers on Washington County’s COVID-19 dashboard.’ Click here to receive Washington County briefings delivered to your inbox. COVID-19 Joint Information Daily Briefings

Heritage Area Project Grant Round Now Open!

December 18, 2020

HERITAGE AREA PROJECT GRANT ROUND NOW OPEN! HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 18, 2020) – Washington County Government shares the following information that was provided in a press release from the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority (MHAA). The Maryland Heritage Areas Authority Project Grant Round is Now Open! Maryland Heritage Areas Authority (MHAA) grants benefit

Service Restored at Emergency Communications Center (9-1-1)

December 18, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 18, 2020) – The Washington County Division of Emergency Services announces service at the Emergency Communications Center (9-1-1) has been restored. For questions or more information, please contact the Public Relations and Marketing Department at [email protected]. ###

EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS CENTER (9-1-1) EXPERIENCING OUTAGES

December 18, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 18, 2020) – The Washington County Division of Emergency Services announces the Emergency Communications Center (9-1-1) is currently experiencing outages. This means if a person dials 9-1-1, they may not get through. IF UNABLE TO GET THROUGH AT 9-1-1, PLEASE CALL 301-223-7291 FOR AN EMERGENCY. The County will provide updates

Washington County Government offices will be operating on a 3 hour delay

Washington County Government Offices Operating on a Three-Hour Delay Due to Inclement Weather

December 16, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 16, 2020) – Washington County Government would like to announce all non-essential County offices will operate on a three-hour delay tomorrow, Thursday, December 17, 2020, with liberal leave in effect. The Solid Waste Department will be closing all facilities. This includes Forty West Landfill and all transfer stations.

Due to inclement weather, Washington County Transit will be closed

Washington County Transit Closing at 3PM

December 16, 2020

Washington County Transit announces it will be closing at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 16, 2020, due to inclement weather and dangerous road conditions. Updates regarding Transit service for Thursday will be sent out as more information is known. Please call the Transit Department at 240-313-2750 for further questions. The

Washington County Solid Waste Facilities Closing Early

December 16, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 16, 2020) – Washington County Solid Waste Department announces it will be closing facilities early on Wednesday, December 16, 2020, due to inclement weather. The department will be closing transfer stations at 11:30 a.m. and the 40 West landfill will be closing at noon. The County encourages those

Free Christmas Tree Recycling at County Solid Waste Sites

December 16, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 16, 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 26, 2020 through January 30, 2021. Christmas Tree Recycling Locations:

COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: December 15, 2020

December 15, 2020

COVID-19 JOINT INFORMATION CENTER BRIEFING December 15, 2020 The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Please visit www.washco-md.net/coronavirus-info for the latest numbers on Washington County’s COVID-19 dashboard.’ Click here to receive Washington County briefings delivered to your inbox. COVID-19 Joint Information Daily Briefings

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

December 11, 2020

COVID-19 JOINT INFORMATION CENTER BRIEFING December 11, 2020 The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Please visit www.washco-md.net/coronavirus-info for the latest numbers on Washington County’s COVID-19 dashboard.’ Click here to receive Washington County briefings delivered to your inbox. COVID-19 Joint Information Daily Briefings

Lifting of Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for Town of Sharpsburg Water System

December 9, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 9, 2020) – The Washington County Department of Water Quality announces the precautionary boil water advisory that impacted the 200 block of East Main Street is hereby rescinded following the successful permanent repairs made to the main water line. The Washington County Department of Water Quality thanks you

Washington County Invites Businesses to Join Operation Holly Jolly

December 9, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 9, 2020) – The Washington County Public Relations and Marketing Department announces the launch of Operation Holly Jolly. Beginning today and running through January 1, 2021, Washington County invites small businesses to sign-up as we share specials, deals, and discounts being offered by Washington County small businesses throughout the holiday

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

December 8, 2020

Board of County Commissioners Appoint New County Administrator

December 8, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 8, 2020) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is pleased to announce John Martirano as the new County Administrator. The Board passed the hiring on a vote of 5-0. Martirano is set to begin his new position effective December 28, 2020. Washington County welcomes Martirano back

Washington County Board of County Commissioners to Hold Virtual Meetings

December 8, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 8, 2020) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) will be meeting virtually for the following dates: Tuesday, December 8, 2020 Tuesday, December 15, 2020 Meetings can be viewed on the Washington County Government Facebook livestream and will be uploaded to YouTube and the Washington County Government

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Back Road

December 8, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 8, 2020) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Back Road from Harpers Ferry Road to the Dargan boat ramp. The road will be closed on Tuesday, December 8, 2020 for pipe installation from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. For additional information, please contact Washington