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Frederick legislative preview
For the Frederick County Delegation, more efficient education funding and a proposed downtown hotel project are at the top of their agenda. → Read More
Social Services investigated 1400+ Washington County homes for child safety in 2015
Last May, the community lost 17-year-old Melissa Collins after she was strangled to death by her stepfather. While her story made headlines, officials say child abuse is a problem that happens all too often.It's a tragedy but it's a tragedy that needs to be publicized. People need to be aware that this is a reality that happens every day, Mike Piercy, Director of Washington County Department of… → Read More
Governor Hogan's 2016 agenda includes tax relief and budget reform
The Maryland General Assembly starts next week. On Thursday, Governor Larry Hogan announced his 2016 agenda which includes budget reform and tax relief legislation. This year, he's proposing legislation that would give $400 million in tax and fee cuts over the next five years. → Read More
WV Commissioner of Agriculture encourages students to pursue careers in farming industry
This week, the West Virginia Commissioner of Agriculture is visiting the Eastern Panhandle to talk with students of the Future Farmers of America (FFA) organization. He's encouraging them to pursue careers in agriculture. → Read More
Health department offers free classes and support groups to help people quit smoking
Studies have shown nearly three-quarters of people who smoke would like to quit. But for many, it takes several attempts before they are successful. → Read More
MD Association of Counties set priorities for 2016 legislative session
For the first time in more than 30 years, a Washington County resident is the president of the Maryland Association of Counties (MACo). As president for the organization, County Commissioner John Barr said he's ready to be the voice for not only Washington County, but for all 24 jurisdictions at the state house. → Read More
Chambersburg Borough Council selects interim police chief
Last month, Chief David Arnold announced his retirement and starting on January 9, Sgt. Rick Morrissette will become the interim chief for the Chambersburg Police Department. → Read More
Thousands celebrate the New Year early at annual Krumpe's Do-Nut Drop
Thousands of people packed into Downtown Hagerstown Thursday night for the third annual Krumpe's Do-Nut Drop to say hello to 2016! → Read More
Community Action Council celebrates 50 years in Washington County
For 50 years, the Washington County Community Action Council (CAC) has been supporting residents in economic need and helping them become self-sufficient → Read More
Mayor: Progress with the Community's City Center plan is on track
From renovating the Maryland Theatre to creating downtown student housing, the Community's City Center Plan is well under way in Hagerstown. → Read More
Wayne Jones case gets another day in court
New developments have surfaced in the 2013 shooting of Wayne Jones, the 50 year old was shot and killed by five Martinsburg police officers. → Read More
Volunteers host First Responder Appreciate Day to thank emergency service personnel
For emergency service crews, it's business as usual during the holidays. But on Friday, volunteers with 11/30 Network delivered care packages to 40 fire, EMS and police departments for First Responder Appreciation Day. → Read More
Star Wars fans pack the movies for the premiere of 'The Force Awakens'
Star Wars fans are gearing up for the much anticipated release of 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens.' The movie officially opens in theaters Friday, December 18, but hundreds of people packed Leitersburg Cinemas Thursday night for advanced screenings. → Read More
Hagerstown "Shop With A Hero" event connects kids with police officers and firefighters
There's nothing like seeing a child's face when they get a Christmas present. On Wednesday night, 14 deserving Washington County Public School students went shopping with the Hagerstown Police and Fire Departments. → Read More
Despite warmer weather, MD State Highway Administration is ready for winter
With warmer weather and no snow, the State Highway Administration office in Hagerstown has been pretty quiet. But SHA officials say they're ready for winter, whenever it does show up. → Read More
Pop-Up shop events bring economic boost to Downtown Hagerstown
This weekend, The Downtown Movement wrapped up their second annual holiday pop-up shop event with dozens of vendors. → Read More
Battle against cancer is over, but Hogan says his new mission for awareness is just beginning
When Maryland Governor Larry Hogan took office, he said there would be challenges but he never thought cancer would be one of them. → Read More
Boonsboro residents particpate in overdose prevention training and learn how to administer naloxone
In the fight against heroin, the Trinity Lutheran Church in Boonsboro is trying to make a difference by hosting naloxone training sessions. Naloxone, or narcan, is a medication that reverses the effects of an opioid overdose. → Read More
Washington Township residents voice concerns about police furloughs
With a looming $300,000 deficit, Washington Township Supervisors were forced to make some tough budget decisions. → Read More
Advocates: Maryland heroin task force report is a step in the right direction
After hosting regional summits and seeing the epidemic for themselves, the Maryland Heroin and Opioid Emergency Task Force released their final report to Governor Larry Hogan with 33 new recommendations. → Read More