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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Mummert Road

CONTACT Danielle Weaver, Director Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 19, 2023) – The Washington County Highways Department will be temporarily closing Mummert Rd, from Funkhouser Rd to 12432 Mummert Rd on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 between 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Little Antietam Road

CONTACT Danielle Weaver, Director Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 19, 2023) – The Washington County Highways Department will be temporarily closing Little Antietam Road (RT 62), between Jefferson Blvd (RT 64) and Trovinger Mill Rd, on Thursday, September 21, 2023, between 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM. A detour will

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Hagerstown Regional Airport will be conducting an Emergency Disaster Drill on Saturday, October 7, 2023

Hagerstown Regional Airport Emergency Disaster Drill

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 14, 2023) – Hagerstown Regional Airport, in collaboration with Washington County Government and Washington County Office of Emergency Management, is excited to announce a simulated aircraft emergency disaster exercise that will take place on Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This exercise will

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Independence Road

CONTACT Danielle Weaver, Director Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 14, 2023) – The Washington County Highways Department will be temporarily closing Independence Road today between 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM for a pipe replacement. The closure will be from Rt 40 to the Spur. We apologize for any inconvenience

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Howell Road

Danielle Weaver, Director Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 13, 2023) – On behalf of W.D. Wright Contracting Inc., the Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Howell Road. This closure is scheduled to commence on Monday, September 18, 2023, starting at 7:00 a.m. The closure will

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Girls Youth Volleyball League 🏐

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 11, 2023) – The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department is offering Girl’s Youth Volleyball League for grades 2-8. This league will teach volleyball skills and improve techniques in a competitive environment. Participants will be led in technique drills during weekly practices as well as games on Saturday mornings (Games

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Free Scrap Tire Event – October 14, 2023

CONTACT: Danielle Weaver, Director Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 11, 2022) – The Washington County Department of Environmental Management announces that there will be a free scrap tire day on October 14, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Forty West Landfill. This event is provided for Washington

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on McDade Road

CONTACT Danielle Weaver, Director Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 8, 2023) – The Washington County Division of Environmental Management and Highways Department announce an upcoming road closure on McDade Road. The road will be temporarily closed on Thursday, September 18, 2023 through December 15, 2023 from 7:30 am –

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Dogstreet Road

The Washington County Division of Engineering announces Dogstreet Road at Dog Creek (19758 Dogstreet Road) will be closed to through traffic, effective Monday, September 18, 2023, at 8:00 am, in order to begin the work on the replacement of the culvert. Completion of the project is scheduled for May 2024. The

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Online Inspection Scheduling is Now Available

CONTACT: Danielle Weaver, Director Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 7, 2023) – The Washington County Division of Permits and Inspections announces online inspection scheduling is available again for citizens to utilize. To schedule an online inspection please visit https://accela.washco-md.net/CitizenAccess/Default.aspx.  Inspections can also be scheduled using the IVR (interactive voice

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Hollow Road closure on September 12, 2023 from 7:30am - 3:00pm

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Hollow Road

CONTACT: Danielle Weaver, Director Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 6, 2023) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Hollow Road. The road will be temporarily closed between Route 615 and Weller Rd on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, from 7:30 am – 3:00 pm for

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Remembrance in the Park – One Week Away!

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 5, 2023) – The Washington County Office of Emergency Management invites you to attend the annual “Remembrance In The Park” memorial ceremony in the Washington County Emergency Services Tribute Gardens at Hagerstown City Park. The memorial ceremony will serve as a powerful reminder of the courage, sacrifice, and resilience displayed

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Global Entry Event Update

Due to popular demand the Global Entry Event has been extended into two days. Register now to attend the sessions on either Tuesday, September 26 or Wednesday, September 27, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM. To register: Sign up online: www.cbp.gov/travel/trusted-traveler-programs/global-entry/how-apply Call Travel Leaders at (301) 739-4600  Or email [email protected] Please

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Boonsboro Mountain Road

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Danielle Weaver, Director Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 31, 2023) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Boonsboro Mountain Road. The road will be temporarily closed between Mountain Laurel Road and Keadle Road on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, from 8:00 a.m.

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Veteran Advisory Committee Seeking Applicants

CONTACT: Dawn L. Marcus, County Clerk Phone: 240-313-2204 Email: [email protected] HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 31, 2023) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is seeking applicants interested in serving on the Veterans Advisory Committee. Applicants shall be registered voters and residents of Washington County. Additionally, members shall meet one of the following

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Washington County Government Closed for Labor Day

HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 30, 2023) – In observance of Labor Day, Washington County Government offices will be closed on Monday, September 4, 2023. 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. Allegiant Air

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Everybody’s Day at Pen Mar Park!

HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 25, 2022) – Join the Parks and Recreation Department for our End of Summer event at Pen Mar Park. This free event, like the title says, is for EVERYBODY! There will be dancing, a NEW MAGIC SHOW at 2:30 PM, children’s games, moon bounce, Jitterbug and Waltz contests, and

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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!