HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 8, 2019) – Washington County Government would like to let the public know that starting Friday, February 15, 2019, upgrades will begin to its permitting software, Accela Automation. The following divisions and departments will be affected by the upgrade: Division of Construction Division of Plan Review & Permitting Department of

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 7, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Department will be conducting asphalt repairs on Porterstown Road between Red Hill Road and Mt. Briar Road. The repairs will take place on Friday, February 8, 2019 between 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., weather permitting. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 6, 2019) – Washington County Government presented its annual State of the County address on Tuesday, February 5, 2019. For those who were unable to attend and would like to watch the address, the full video can be viewed by clicking HERE. For additional information, please contact

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 4, 2019) – The Washington County Department of Water Quality announces the boil water advisory has been lifted for the residents in the Town of Sharpsburg, stating samples indicate there is no contamination in the public water system. Many Sharpsburg residents were advised Saturday, February 2, 2019

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 2, 2019) – The Washington County Division of Environmental Management is informing residents of a water main break at South Church stream crossing. Between the evening hours of February 1, 2019, and the morning hours of February 2, 2019, the Washington County Department of Water Quality experienced

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 2, 2019) – The Washington County Department of Water Quality announces the repair of the water main line break, restoring service to the residents in the Town of Sharpsburg. A boil water advisory is in effect for customers served water by the Sharpsburg Water Treatment Plant. It

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 1, 2019) – Due to weather conditions, all Washington County Recreation program activities will be cancelled for this evening, Friday, February 1, 2019. For questions, please contact [email protected] or call 240-313-2800. ###

HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 30, 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 tomorrow, Thursday, January 31, 2019. Transit will operate on a normal schedule. Routes may

HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 30, 2019) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners endeavors to create and operate in a participatory and transparent environment. The Board of County Commissioners currently holds weekly meetings on Tuesdays, with public participation and involvement beginning with citizen comments at approximately 10:15 a.m. The Board of County Commissioners also holds

HAGERSTOWN, MD January 25, 2019) – The  Washington County Highway Department announces the closing of Cresspond Road due to high water. Stay up-to-date on Washington County road closures by visiting our road closure map . The County encourages all citizens to remain off the roads listed above. Citizens are also advised to refrain from driving through

HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 25, 2019) – The Washington County Division of Construction is looking to fill the following positions to serve on the Code Review Committee: Maryland Registered Architect Maryland Registered Structural Engineer Maryland licensed Mechanical Engineer Washington County licensed Residential Home Builder Please submit name and contact information to the Division

HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 18, 2019) – TheWashington County Division of Construction would like to let the public know that on Wednesday, January 30, 2019, electrical inspections will not be performed due the electrical inspection staff attending required training. Regular electrical inspection services will resume Thursday, January 31, 2019. For questions, please

HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 18, 2019) – Washington County Recreation and Fitness Department announces that all daytime program activities will take place as scheduled on Saturday, January 19, 2019. There will not be any Saturday evening programs. All Washington County Recreation and Fitness program activities scheduled for Sunday, January 20, 2019 at Hagerstown Community College are

HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 18, 2019) – In observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. day, Washington County Government offices will be closed on Monday, January 21, 2019. 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 18, 2019) – Norfolk Southern Railroad has informed the County that crossing work will occur on January 22, 2019 and January 23, 2019. This is a two-step process, with closing the tracks to lay rail next to the existing rail as phase one. They will return in a few

HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 17, 2019) – Due to the forecasted weather, all Washington County Recreation program activities except for Adult Soccer (at Hagerstown Community College) will be cancelled for this evening, Thursday, January 17, 2019. For questions, please contact [email protected] or call 240-313-2800. ###

HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 15, 2019) – Hagerstown Regional Airport would like to announce that beginning June 6, 2019, Allegiant will be offering flights to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Please read Allegiant’s press release below for full details. ALLEGIANT ANNOUNCES NEW NONSTOP SERVICE TO MYRTLE BEACH WITH FARES AS LOW AS $49* EACH

HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 13, 2019) – Washington County Government would like to announce liberal leave is in effect for all Washington County employees until noon on Monday, January 14, 2019, due to inclement weather and icy road conditions. Transit will operate on a normal schedule, however, routes may be modified due

HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 9, 2018) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners  is pleased to announce the appointment of Ashley R. Holloway as Director of the Division of Plan Review and Permitting. He began in his new position effective January 7, 2019. A Native of Cleveland, Ohio, Holloway comes to Washington County with city

HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 2, 2019) – Sam Anderson, fire operations officer for Washington County Division of Emergency Services, has successfully completed the process that awards the professional designation of “Chief Fire Officer” (CFO). The Commission on Professional Credentialing (CPC) met on December 11, 2018 to confer the designation. Sam Anderson becomes one of

HAGERSTOWN, MD (DECEMBER 27, 2018) – In observance of New Year’s Eve and New Year’s day,Washington County Government offices will be closed on Monday, December 31, 2018 and Tuesday, January 1, 2019. County services will operate as listed below: The Hagerstown Regional Airport terminal and airfield will operate during regularly scheduled business hours.