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U.S. Department of Transportation Terminates EAS Waiver Program at Hagerstown Regional Airport

October 14, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 14, 2019) – The United States Department of Transportation announced the termination of the Essential Air Service (EAS) Waiver eligibility for Hagerstown, MD. This termination notice means that daily flights offered by Southern Airways will no longer be serviced under the EAS program at Hagerstown Regional Airport. Washington County Government’s Aviation Counsel has filed

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Harpers Ferry Road

October 11, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 11, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Harpers Ferry Road from Morgan Pine Road to Sandy Hook Road. The road will be closed on Monday, October 14, 2019, from 8:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. for guardrail repair. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations and

Clean County Street Sweeper Achieves One Million Pound Milestone

October 8, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 8, 2019) – Washington County Division of Environmental Management is proud to announce that since the inception of the Clean County street sweeper in January 2019, over 1 million pounds of debris has been collected off streets and roadways across Washington County, Maryland. County Administrator Rob Slocum said, “Washington County is

Diversity & Inclusion Committee Invites Public to Listening Tour

October 4, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 4, 2019) – The Diversity and Inclusion Committee would like to welcome you to attend its second Listening Tour. The event is scheduled for October 22, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Hancock Branch, Washington County Public Library. This event is FREE to the public and everyone is encouraged to attend.

Highfield Water Tank Project Completed

October 4, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 4, 2019) – Washington County Department of Water Quality announces the Highfield Water Tank Project is now complete. This project, located in the Highland/Pen Mar area of the county, included draining, cleaning, maintenance and exterior painting of the tank. All water service and fire protection has been returned to

Maryland Department of Transportation Discusses Transportation in Washington County

October 3, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 3, 2019) – The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT), Maryland Aviation Administration (MAA), MDOT Motor Vehicle Administration, MDOT Maryland Transit Administration, and MDOT Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) joined with Washington County Government and local officials to discuss transportation throughout the state and county. The meeting held at Washington County Free Library was part of MDOT’s Consolidated Transportation

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Independence Road

October 1, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 1, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Independence Road from Rt. 40 to Rockdale Road and to the FOP Lodge. The road will be closed on Wednesday, October 2, 2019, from 8:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. for pipe replacement. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s

Washington County Government Now Accepting Town of Hancock Building Permits

September 30, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 30, 2019) – The Washington County Division of Plan Review and Permitting and Division of Construction announce that effective October 1, 2019, the County will perform permitting, inspections, and enforcement services for the Town of Hancock. Permit processes that were started prior to October 1, 2019 will continue to be handled and

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Cool Hollow Road

September 27, 2019

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Cool Hollow Road September 27, 2019 HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 27, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Cool Hollow Road from Alt. Rt. 40 to Old National Pike. The road will be closed on Monday, September 30, 2019, from 7:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. for pipe

Several Awards Received at 9-1-1 Day of Celebration

September 24, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 24, 2019) – Washington County Division of Emergency Services congratulates Bardona Woods and Linda Singleton for receiving awards at the 911 Day of Celebration held on Thursday, September 19, 2019. Bardona Woods received the Marilyn Farndon Excellence in Training Award. Marilyn Farndon was the first Executive Director of the Emergency Number

Board of Elections new location: 11718 Virginia Ave

Board of County Commissioners Approve New Location for Board of Elections

September 24, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 24, 2019) – Washington County Board of County Commissioners approved the purchase of 17718 Virginia Avenue as the new location for the Board of Elections facility. The approval includes a budget adjustment of $1.4 million which includes $1.25 million for the purchase of the facility and $150,000 for limited

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Bakersville Road

September 18, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 18, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure in the area of 17323 Bakersville Road. The road will be closed on Wednesday, September 18, 2019, from 8:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. for pipe replacement. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations and Marketing Department at 240-313-2380. ###

Evening Meeting at Town of Smithsburg is Cancelled

September 17, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 17, 2019) – Washington County Government announces the Board of County Commissioners meeting scheduled with the Town of Smithsburg for this evening, September 17, 2019, has been canceled. The meeting will be rescheduled at a later date. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations and Marketing Department

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Washington County Government Releases Mobile App

September 17, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 17, 2019) – Washington County Government announces the release of a new mobile application. This app will allow citizens to readily access information about Washington County and its services at the ease of their fingertips. A listing of features include: Upcoming county events and recent news Overview of county

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Bottom Road

September 13, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 13, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Bottom Road from Route 68 at the tannery to the railroad tracks at the quarry. The road will be closed on Monday, September 16, 2019, from 8:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. for pipe replacement. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s

Board of County Commissioners Appeal to Overturn EAS Termination Notice

September 11, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 11, 2019) – The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) issued an Essential Air Service(EAS) Termination Notice DOT-OST 2006-25228 to Hagerstown Regional Airport (HGR) on August 23, 2019. This issuance denied the petitions for the continuation of the EAS Waiver, which currently services daily flights using Southern Airways. Flights currently fly to BWI

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Bottom Road

September 10, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 10, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Bottom Road from Route 68 at the tannery to the railroad tracks at the quarry. The road will be closed on Wednesday, September 11, 2019 and Thursday, September 12, 2019, from 8:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. for debris removal and pipe

Student Government Day Scheduled for October 22nd

September 9, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 9, 2019) – Washington County Government announces its inaugural Student Government Day, set to take place on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at the Washington County Administration Building. Juniors and seniors from each public school in Washington County have the opportunity to apply. If selected, students will spend the day learning

Washington County Transit Introduces Bus Tracking App

September 6, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 6, 2019) – Washington County Transit (WCT) announces the launch of a new mobile application, RouteShout 2.0. The free app is available for all fixed-routes allowing riders to easily track transit buses using a smartphone. In addition to tracking buses, transit riders can use the “Locate Me” GPS function within RouteShout

Winner of the Buy Local Selfie Challenge

Winners Announced for the Buy Local Selfie Challenge

September 6, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 6, 2019) – Washington County Department of Business Development, in partnership with the Washington County Food Council, announce the 2019 winners of the Buy Local Selfie Challenge. Calvin, age 7 of Clear Spring, Maryland was the youth winner of the Buy Local Selfie Challenge. His photo appeared on July 29, 2019, where

Division of Plan Review & Permitting Hosts Outreach Meeting

September 6, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 6, 2019) – Washington County Division of Plan Review & Permitting hosted an outreach meeting earlier today at the Washington County Free Library. This meeting was open to the public and addressed updates regarding staff, policy and procedures, and building codes. Ashely Holloway, director of the Division of Plan