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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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Data centers, budget adjustments on Franklin Commission agenda

CHAMBERSBURG – At their meeting this week, Franklin County Commissioners will hear potential regulations on where data centers can be built or operated....

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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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Hagerstown weighs seasonal parking permit plan near Meritus Park

HAGERSTOWN – City officials are considering a seasonal residential parking permit program for the Historic Heights neighborhood after ongoing complaints about game-day parking...

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Hagerstown weighs Northern Avenue sidewalk upgrades near schools

HAGERSTOWN – City officials are weighing whether to move forward with a sidewalk replacement project along a stretch of Northern Avenue where deteriorating...

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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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Hagerstown introduces wastewater video for schools and residents

HAGERSTOWN – City officials unveiled a new educational video explaining how wastewater is collected, treated and safely returned to local waterways, expanding an...

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Franklin County contracts with recovery home, settles tax appeals

CHAMBERSBURG – The Franklin County Commission approved contracts for a recovery home, selected a local company for tax bill printing and granted two...

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City reviews future of South Potomac Street property

HAGERSTOWN – City officials are considering whether a vacant parcel on South Potomac Street should be offered for redevelopment or retained for potential...

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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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