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Washington County Commissioners Proclaim October as Character Counts! and Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Honor Local Farm
Learn how Washington County’s October proclamations impact community values and safety initiatives, and discover the local farm being honored for agricultural leadership.
Washington County Transit to Adjust Service Schedule for Annual Mummers’ Parade
Mummers’ Parade impacts Hagerstown transit: What are the new cutoff times?
Washington County Expands Preserved Farmland to Over 44,000 Acres
Washington County preserves 47.79 acres via DNR’s POS-Stateside program, boosting total preserved land to over 44,000 acres
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Maryland Fire Marshal Investigates Multiple Washington County Incidents in Early July
Washington County investigates vehicle & structure fires in early July, causing damage & displacement. Causes are under investigation.
New Maryland Tax Sale Law Causes Confusion and Friction Between Municipalities and County
New Maryland $1,000 requirement for county and municipal tax sales results in confusion for local towns, friction with county.
Smithsburg EMS Celebrates Arrival of New Ambulance Amidst Community Support (w/Video)
Smithsburg EMS celebrates new ambulance acquired through community, grants, and federal funding.
