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Smithsburg may face water rate hikes to fund millions in infrastructure upgrades

SMITHSBURG – At its Feb. 17 special session, the Smithsburg Mayor and Council got an update on the town’s water and sewer utilities,...

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Washington County boosts protected ag land past 43,000 acres

HAGERSTOWN – Washington County continues to protect landscapes with the recent addition of a 202-acre mostly wooded farm near Williamsport, marking another milestone...

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Washington County Commission hears plea to hike in senior services funding

HAGERSTOWN – After suspending Tuesday’s session due to disruptions following an earlier vote on a resolution supporting the federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Washington...

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Washington Commission backs ICE amids public, congressional leadership protests

HAGERSTOWN – The Washington County Board of Commissioners unanimously voted Tuesday to support the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement...

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Washington Commission to weigh $300,000 increase in aging services

HAGERSTOWN – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners will meet Tuesday for its regular open session, with the top agenda item a...

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Smithsburg Council celebrates grant for infrastructure improvements

SMITHSBURG – Smithsburg officials hailed a $306,000 federal grant for water system improvements during the Feb. 4 Mayor & Council meeting, amid discussions...

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With protestors outside, Washington County commissioners seek key project funds, oppose municipal zoning bill

HAGERSTOWN – Washington County Commissioners voted at their Tuesday, Feb. 3, meeting to oppose a state bill expanding municipal rezoning powers, requested significant...

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Washington County highlights progress, prepares for county’s & nation’s 250th birthday

HAGERSTOWN – Washington County released its 2026 State of the County video on Feb. 3, showcasing key accomplishments from 2025 and outlining priorities...

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ICE protest planned as Washington County Commission meets Tuesday for regular meeting

HAGERSTOWN – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners will convene for a regular open session Tuesday, Feb. 3, with an agenda that...

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Homeland Security buys Washington County warehouse for potential ICE facility

HAGERSTOWN – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has purchased a large warehouse at 16220 Wright Road near Williamsport for $102.4 million, according...

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