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HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 22, 2020) – The Diversity and Inclusion Committee would like to welcome you to attend an informative Listening Tour. The event is scheduled for Monday, January 27, 2020 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the Boonsboro Free Library, 401 Potomac Street, Boonsboro, Maryland. This event is FREE to the public and everyone is encouraged to
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 22, 2020) – The Washington County Department of Water Quality announces an interruption of water service on Thursday, January 23, 2020 beginning at 10:30 p.m. The affected area will be in the 300 block of West Main Street and from 17500 to 17420 Shepherdstown Pike in Sharpsburg, Maryland. This interruption of
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 21, 2020) – The Washington County Division of Construction invites the public to attend a meeting on Friday, February 7, 2020 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at the Washington County Free Library. This meeting will cover significant changes and answer any questions the public may have regarding the 2018 International Building and Trade Codes, 2017 National Electrical
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 17, 2020) – Due to impending weather conditions, all Washington County Recreation Programs at all locations will be cancelled tomorrow, Saturday, January 18, 2020. For questions, please call the Washington County Recreation Department at 240-313-2805. ###
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 15, 2020) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners have scheduled a special meeting for Thursday, January 16, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. To view the full agenda, click here. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations and Marketing Department at 240-313-2380 or [email protected].
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 15, 2020) – In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Washington County Government offices will be closed on Monday, January 20, 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 maintenance department will
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 14, 2020) – The Board of County Commissioners voted to authorize the final planning and implementation for the Division of Emergency Services regional staffing plan. This plan will deploy firefighters in 4 strategic locations across Washington County, Maryland. County Commissioner President Jeffrey Cline said, “Today, more than ever, supporting our emergency
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 14, 2020) – The Washington County Department of Water Quality announces the sidewalk on Maugans Avenue between Spriggs Road and Pennsylvania Avenue is currently closed for pipe repairs. The sidewalk will be closed on Tuesday, January 14, 2020 until 3:00 p.m. The County encourages citizens driving in this area
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 14, 2020) – The Washington County Department of Planning and Zoning announces that on Wednesday, January 8, 2020, the State of Maryland awarded Washington County $1,502,982 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
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 10, 2020) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on University Road at Manor Church Road. The road will be closed for pipe replacement on Monday, January 13, 2020 at 8:00 a.m. until Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. For additional information, please contact Washington
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 8, 2020) – Washington County Government would like to announce liberal leave is in effect for all Washington County employees due to inclement weather and Washington County Public Schools operating on a 2-hour delay today, Wednesday, January 8, 2020. Transit will operate on a normal schedule, however, routes may be
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 7, 2020) – Washington County Government would like to announce liberal leave is in effect for all Washington County employees due to inclement weather and Washington County Public Schools operating on a 2-hour early dismal today, Tuesday, January 7, 2020. Transit will operate on a normal schedule, however, routes
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 7, 2020) – Due to inclement weather, all Washington County Recreation Programs at all locations will be cancelled tonight, Tuesday, January 7, 2020. For questions, please contact [email protected] or call 240-313-2380. ###
HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 6, 2019) – Washington County Division of Engineering notifies citizens that due to additional necessary masonry repairs to the stone arch bridges, the reopening of Poffenberger Road at the bridges is now scheduled for March 2020. The posted detour route during the construction project utilizes Sharpsburg Pike (MD Route 65),
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 26, 2019) – In observance of the New Year’s holiday, Washington County Government offices will close at noon on Monday, December 30, 2019 and remain closed through Wednesday, January 1, 2020. County services will operate as listed below: The Hagerstown Regional Airport terminal and airfield will operate during regularly scheduled business
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 21, 2019) – The Washington County Division of Emergency Services announces that Sandy Hook Road will open to all traffic by 7:00 p.m. tonight. Sandy Hook Road was closed due to a freight train derailment that occurred earlier today. The County appreciates the public’s patience as crews manage the
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 21, 2019) – The Washington County Division of Emergency Services informs the public that Sandy Hook Road is closed effective immediately due to a freight line train derailment. Sandy Hook Road will remain open to local traffic and emergency services. The road closure is expected to last until
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 18, 2019) – In observance of Christmas, Washington County Government offices will close at noon on Monday, December 23, 2019 and remain closed through Wednesday, December 25, 2019. County services will operate as listed below: The Hagerstown Regional Airport terminal and airfield will operate during regularly scheduled business hours. Administrative offices
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 16, 2019) – Washington County Government would like to announce liberal leave is in effect for all Washington County employees due to inclement weather and Washington County Public Schools operating on a 2-hour delay today, Monday, December 16, 2019. Transit will operate on a normal schedule, however, routes may be
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 12, 2019) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners officially adopted the 2018 International Building and Trade Codes and Local Amendments on December 3, 2019. Implementation of the 2018 codes and local amendments will go into effect on March 1, 2020. To better help the public understand the changes being made, the Division
HAGERSTOWN, MD (December 11, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Wednesday, December 12, 2019 from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Quirauk School Road between Hells Delight Road and Mt Zion Road. The road will be closed for tree removal. For additional information, please contact Washington
