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Washington County to consider new playground, year-end budget items

HAGERSTOWN – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners will gather for the last regular session of 2025 on Dec. 16. The final...

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Police report no increase in enforcement contacts with outdoor living ban

HAGERSTOWN – Hagerstown police reported no increase in law enforcement contacts related to the city’s outdoor lodging ordinance, citing colder weather and expanded...

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Hagerstown forfeits state tax sale rehab grant, plans to reapply 2026

HAGERSTOWN – City officials are preparing to forfeit a state grant awarded in 2021 for the acquisition and rehabilitation of tax-sale properties, with...

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Hagerstown receives clean audit, assets and net position rise

HAGERSTOWN – The City of Hagerstown received a clean audit opinion for fiscal year 2025, with auditors reporting no material issues and noting...

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Washington County awards contract for phase of public safety training center, extends historic tax credits

HAGERSTOWN – Washington County Commissioners unanimously approved a series of public safety, historic preservation and personnel measures at their meeting this week. Highlights...

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Hagerstown approves emergency demolition after garage collapse

HAGERSTOWN- The mayor and council have voted to formally approve an emergency buy for the demolition of a collapsed garage at 525 Frederick...

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Franklin County treasurer wins coveted leadership award for 2nd time

CHAMBERSBURG – The Franklin County treasurer’s office has been honored with the esteemed 90+ cashVest® Award for 2025 in recognition of the county’s...

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City reviews fire service system as council questions fairness of regional responses 

HAGERSTOWN — A detailed Dec. 2 work session on Hagerstown’s fire and emergency medical services prompted city leaders to reexamine both the structure...

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Washington County Commissioners to discuss salaries, tax credits, and public safety at Dec. 9 meeting

HAGERSTOWN – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners will hold its regular open session on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, with an agenda...

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Bridge maintenance on Bittner span set for week of Dec. 8

GREENCASTLE— The Edwin C. Bittner bridge on Walter Avenue will close temporarily during the week of Dec. 8 for maintenance work, weather permitting....

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