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Waynesboro council proceeds with Northside pool renovation, explores other projects

WAYNESBORO – Waynesboro’s Borough Council agreed to embark on the $1.9 million renovation of Northside pool when they met on Wednesday, June 11....

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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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Washington County Transit enhances rider experience with real-time tracking system

HAGERSTOWN – Washington County is re-introducing passenger access to real-time information on their phones with the launch of a new, improved app offering...

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Franklin commissioners approve $2.4 million jail security upgrade

CHAMBERSBURG – Franklin County commissioners unanimously approved a $2.4 million replacement survelliance system for the county jail at its at its meeting on...

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Quincy, Washington, Greene Townships target nuisance mosquitoes

CHAMBERSBURG – Residential and recreational areas in Quincy, Washington and Greene townships will be sprayed for adult mosquitoes beginning around sunset on Wednesday,...

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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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Washington County’s use of state program boosts protection of additional acreage

HAGERSTOWN – Under Maryland’s Rural Legacy Program, Washington County will protect a 173.5-acre farm on Shepherdstown Pike in Sharpsburg, which may prompt owners...

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Waynesboro seeks public help in identifying wallet thief

WAYNESBORO – Waynesboro police are seeking the public’s help in finding the man pictured who picked up a wallet dropped unknowingly by an...

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Washington Commissioners set June 10 meeting

HAGERSTOWN – Washington County Commissioners will meet on Tuesday, June 10. Key issues on the agenda are community health, infrastructure and personnel matters....

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Township to consider solar farm ordinance

WAYNESBORO – Washington Township Supervisors will have a busy meeting Monday. They will meet as the Planning and Zoning Committee at 1:30 p.m.,...

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