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Firefighters, first responders in Western Maryland awarded $838,000
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Aug. 5, U.S. Sens. Chris Van Hollen and Ben Cardin, and Congressman David Trone (all D-Md.) announced $838,351.13 in federal funding to support Maryland firefighters and first responders in Allegany, Frederick, Garrett and Washington counties. The funding will enhance emergency response capabilities through both training and equipment upgrades, ensuring better protection for both the public and the firefighters themselves. ...
A rash of violence in Hagerstown has local officials squabbling. Can they come together?
It's been a long, hot summer in many respects for Hagerstown. But on the last day temperatures broke 90, a storm was brewing — and not just from the remnants of Hurricane Debby. For weeks, tensions had been growing over a rash of shootings — two of them fatal — and continuing struggles...
Washington County home listings asked for less money in July – see the current median price here
The median home in Washington County listed for $384,925 in July, down 1.3% from the previous month's $389,900, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows. Compared to July 2023, the median home list price increased 0.3% from $383,705. The statistics in this article only pertain to houses listed for sale in Washington County, not houses...
Washington County Arts Council announces interdisciplinary artist Nicole Abuhamada as new executive director
The board of directors of the Washington County Arts Council recently announced that the position of executive director will be filled by Nicole Abuhamada, an interdisciplinary artist who has worked as a gallery manager for Doug Zaruba in downtown Hagerstown. She is also a creative arts program manager for MADE by Itineris in Baltimore.
Washington County Arts Council Announces New Executive Director
HAGERSTOWN — The Board of Directors of the Washington County Arts Council is pleased to announce that the position of executive director will be filled by Nicole Abuhamada. Abuhamada is an interdisciplinary artist and has worked as a gallery manager for Doug Zaruba in Downtown Hagerstown and a creative arts program manager for MADE by Itineris in Baltimore. Abuhamada expressed exciting ideas for new initiatives to help WCAC grow in new directions, expand its footprint in the community and strengthen support for community artists.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closures Due to Fallen Trees
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 9, 2024) – The Washington County Highway Department announces temporary closures on the following roads due to fallen trees:. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Alternative routes will be available for motorists. For further information, please contact Washington County’s Public...
Fallen trees close Indian Springs and Leiters Mill roads
The Washington County Highway Department has temporarily closed Indian Springs Road between Route 40 to Funkhouser Road and Leiters Mill Road between Route 60 and Strite Road, due to fallen trees. Alternative routes will be available. For further information, contact Washington County's Public Relations and Marketing Department at pr@washco-md.net. More: Northbound lane closure on S. Burhans Blvd. near the CSX railroad underpass Aug. 5-9 This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: Fallen trees close Indian Springs and Leiters Mill roads
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