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Hagerstown revises grant agreements to streamline Main Street program

HAGERSTOWN – A key city program supporting local business growth is receiving an administrative refresh. On July 8, the Hagerstown City Council reviewed...

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‘If I were mayor’ envisions a brighter Hagerstown

HAGERSTOWN – Big dreams filled the City Council chamber on June 10, as five young students from Paramount Elementary School stepped up to...

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100-acre farm development hits snag

HAGERSTOWN – A proposed development on 100 acres known as the Dub Farm site hit a major snag during the June 10 Hagerstown...

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Council weighs closing Summit rail crossing to unlock repairs elsewhere

HAGERSTOWN – A long-standing transportation conundrum occurred during the June 10 Work Session, as officials debated whether to close the Summit Avenue railroad...

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Hagerstown eyes new affordable housing via HUD HOME program

HAGERSTOWN – City officials are preparing to take a significant step toward expanding affordable housing in Hagerstown by pursuing participation in the federal...

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Hagerstown ponders revised camping rules to fill legal gaps, bring in social services

HAGERSTOWN – The Hagerstown City Council is considering a revised ordinance prohibiting outdoor lodging on public property. This follows concerns from law enforcement...

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Hagerstown adopts $223 million budget though higher valuation will hike tax bills

HAGERSTOWN – The Hagerstown City Council approved a $222.9 million operating budget for fiscal year 2025–26 during its regular session on May 27....

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Cannabis zoning controls set in Hagerstown

HAGERSTOWN – The City of Hagerstown has taken formal steps to regulate the location of cannabis-related businesses. At its May 27 regular session,...

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Hagerstown split halts outdoor camping ordinance

HAGERSTOWN – A proposal to make it illegal to sleep or lodge outdoors on public property in Hagerstown has failed, at least for...

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Hagerstown confronts realities of city-run utilities

HAGERSTOWN – The Hagerstown City Council tackled tough questions about the city’s enterprise funds, which are for services expected to pay for themselves...

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