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High school scores and standings from March 31-April 4

It was a solid week on the baseball and softball diamonds for teams from the Local.News1 coverage area. Perhaps no school had a...

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New Washington County equipment helps EMS better assess pediatric cases

HAGERSTOWN – The Washington County Division of Emergency Services has announced a big advancement in pediatric emergency care with the acquisition of two...

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Hagerstown continues to consider camping ban amid backdrop of Maryland homeless bill

HAGERSTOWN – Hagerstown city officials are weighing a controversial anti-camping ordinance, even while a bill to limit what cities can do appears to...

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W.C. honors EMT heroes as ‘Life Savers’

HAGERSTOWN – Last October, Thomas Mellott was working alongside his best friend Alvin Shives in Needmore when a sudden chest pain struck, and...

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Happel’s Meadow trail design to be considered by Washington Township Supervisors

WAYNESBORO – The trail design for Happel’s Meadow will be on the agenda when Washington Township Supervisors meet at 1:30 p.m. Monday. Supervisors...

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Hagerstown hopes to tackle urban blight

HAGERSTOWN – The Hagerstown City Council hopes to add to its arsenal in the fight against urban blight with amendments to its tax...

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Washington commissioners approve 911 fee increase to address $4 million yearly shortfall

HAGERSTOWN – The Washington County’s Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to raise the county’s 911 fee from $1.25 to $1.75 per month per...

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Waynesboro police warn of scams

WAYNESBORO – The Waynesboro Police Department reported a potential scam. The complainant reported that his mother had been contacted by an individual claiming...

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Zoning regulations for cannabis businesses considered in Hagerstown

HAGERSTOWN – The Hagerstown City Council is reviewing possible zoning amendments intended to regulate cannabis businesses, though not without sparking debate. These changes...

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Washington County tightens park rules with new permitting process

HAGERSTOWN – Planning a public event with amplified sound at a Washington County Park?  New regulations mean you’ll need to prepare well in...

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