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The Herald-Mail

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Shepherd wins Washington County Commissioners seat in Maryland

(This story was updated to reflect the complete, but unofficial results.) Democratic challenger Lara Shepherd has won the fifth Washington County Commissioners seat by 335 votes after final mail-in ballots were counted Friday, Nov. 13, according to complete and unofficial results. Shepherd retook the lead over incumbent Republican John Barr after provisional and mail-in ballots were counted Thursday and her lead widened Friday. Incumbent Washington County Board of Education member Mike Guessford secured re-election by 152 votes over challenger Robin Merchant-Spickler for the third seat up for election on the seven-member school board, according to complete, but unofficial results posted on the Maryland State Board of Elections website. The last mail-in ballots were counted Friday. Mail-in ballots had to be postmarked by Election Day, Nov. 3, and received by the election board by 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13. Shepherd will be the first Democrat on the five-seat Board of County Commissioners since current Hagerstown Councilman Kristin Aleshire was a county commissioner and lost his re-election bid to that board in 2010. She will become the fifth woman to serve on the county board and the first since 2014 when Republican Ruth Anne Callaham lost her re-election bid in that year's

Washington County, MD · 1d

The Herald-Mail

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Bottom Road to close for three days near Williamsport

A section of Bottom Road near Williamsport will close for several hours each day Nov. 16-18 while crews clear debris and mow along the roadway. The Washington County Highway Department plans to close Bottom Road between the Tannery and the train tracks at the Quarry from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day, according to a community announcement. Crews will use the closure to clear debris and perform mowing operations. Alternative routes will be available for motorists during the work. For more information, contact Washington County's Public Relations and Marketing Department at pr@washco-md.net. This story was produced with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct . This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: Bottom Road to close for three days near Williamsport

Williamsport, MD · 1d

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Washington County Jury Convicts Man of Witness Intimidation, Judge Gives 7 Years

Washington County State’s Attorney’s Office — Prosecution Office in Intimidation Case. A Washington County jury convicted Zachary Jordan Crawford, also known as Zachary Jordan Butler, on five counts tied to witness intimidation and retaliation, and a circuit judge sentenced him to seven years in prison. The verdict came down Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026.

Washington County, MD · 11h
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Man wanted on felony theft charge in Chambersburg

CHAMBERSBURG, PA — Police are searching for a man accused of stealing 12 tankless water heaters valued at nearly $17,000 from a former employer. Joshua Alan Morris, 49, of Pennsylvania, is wanted on a felony charge of theft by unlawful taking or disposition. The alleged theft occurred in the...

Chambersburg, PA · 3d
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TANTVNEWS

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Maryland Road Closures Listed Saturday: I-70, I-68, US 13, US 50 and More

State records list planned closures on I-70, I-68, US 13, US 50 and other routes in Western Maryland, the Eastern Shore and Southern Maryland for Saturday, Nov. 14. The post Maryland Road Closures Listed Saturday: I-70, I-68, US 13, US 50 and More appeared first on TANTV .

Maryland · 8h

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Waynesboro school board member censured over alcohol use

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — Waynesboro Area School District Director Linda Zimmerman has vowed to file defamation charges against fellow board members after she was censured for coming to board meetings while impaired by alcohol at the board meeting this week. Zimmerman, whose term expires in December 2027, was accused last...

Waynesboro, PA · 2d

Franklin County Free Press

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Dunkin’ and Jimmy John’s Celebrate Hagerstown Opening with Coffee Giveaway and $3.99 Sandwiches

To celebrate its opening, the Hagerstown Dunkin’ and Jimmy John’s multi-brand location restaurant at 330 Dual Highway, Hagerstown, MD, will host a grand opening celebration on Saturday, November 14. Owned and operated by NNP Management, this brand-new multi-brand location brings guests their favorite Dunkin’ and Jimmy John’s menu offerings in one convenient spot.

Hagerstown, MD · 1d

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Chambersburg woman faces new charges in second drug death investigation

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — A Chambersburg woman previously arrested in connection with a February drug death faces new charges stemming from a separate death investigation that began in March, police said. Jenna Leigh Hayden, 37, was charged Nov. 5 with one count each of drug delivery resulting in death, possession...

Chambersburg, PA · 2d

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City council weighs annexation of Washington County land for data center

HAGERSTOWN, Md. (DC News Now) — Hagerstown City Council is exploring annexing 172 acres in Washington County to attract a new business, possibly a data center. Council sees the move as a way to head off a projected $10 million budget deficit. Last month, the head of Maryland’s Tech Council told city hall a data center on the annexed site could close most of that budget gap.

Hagerstown, MD · 3d

Country Herald

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Maryland Thanksgiving Travel: Baltimore, MD Whiteout Dangers

Thanksgiving travelers should prepare for unexpected whiteouts, slippery highways and rapidly changing visibility across Maryland.

Maryland · 14h

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Skunk Along Cool Hollow Road Positive for Rabies

The Washington County Health Department has confirmed that a skunk in the area of Cool Hollow Road in Hagerstown, has tested positive for rabies. The health department should be notified about any person who or pet that may have had recent contact/exposure with any skunks or other wildlife in the Cool Hollow Road area. Please contact the Washington County Health Department at 240-313-3210.

Hagerstown, MD · 1d

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Former Letterkenny Army Depot Instructor Appears in Federal Court Following Fatal Shooting of Reservist

A former firearms instructor at Letterkenny Army Depot appeared in federal court Thursday in connection with the shooting death of an 18-year-old Army reservist during a training exercise earlier this year. Sean Stark, 38, of Carlisle, pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter in the death of Private First Class Krystofer Lee Lopez, who was fatally shot March 12, 2026, at the Franklin County military installation.

Carlisle, PA · 2d

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Washington County Receives $2.08 Million Rural Legacy Grant for Land Preservation

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (November 13, 2026) – The Washington County Division of Planning & Zoning is proud to announce the State of Maryland has awarded Washington County $2,088,793.74 through the Fiscal Year 2027 Rural Legacy Program, marking the largest grant allocation awarded to any Rural Legacy Area in the State this year. The award was announced Wednesday, October 29, 2026, and will support the continued permanent preservation of valuable agricultural, environmental, and historic lands throughout Washington County.

Washington County, MD · 1d

Franklin County Free Press

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Washington County Health Department Hiring Program Coordinator

The Washington County Health Department is accepting applications for a full-time Coordinator Special Programs position through Wednesday, Nov. 18. The position involves managing programs and initiatives, preparing grant proposals, monitoring budgets and supervising staff. Program areas include chronic disease prevention and control, bicycle safety and nutrition education. Applicants must have...

Washington County, MD · 2d

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Franklin County officials describe homelessness challenge

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – Mental illness, financial hardship and a shortage of stable housing are among the challenges facing homeless residents of Franklin County, outreach workers told county commissioners this week. The discussion came as county commissioners proclaimed Nov. 15-21 Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week. More than 19,000 county residents...

Franklin County, PA · 2d

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Truist to Shutter Four Branches in Hagerstown, Frederick Areas Next February

Truist is closing four bank branches across Washington and Frederick counties early next year, with two locations shutting down in the Hagerstown area and two more in Frederick County. The closures are set for Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2027, giving customers a few months' notice before the doors lock for good.

Hagerstown, MD · 11h

DC News Now

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Western Maryland artisans ready to showcase their crafts on fall tour

Next week starts the 45th annual network studio tour through the countryside, a great way to help Santa choose some creative gifts to place under the tree.

Washington County, MD · 1d

abc27 News

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Midstate county records state’s highest voter turnout

(WHTM)– A central Pennsylvania county reported the highest voter turnout in the state in the November 2026 General Election. November’s general election made history as the Democratic Party recorded its first trifecta since 1993. The Democrats secured the Senate, the House, and the governorship in the election. The party elected Senate Majority leaders for the […]

Cumberland County, PA · 1d

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Dirty kitchens, hand-washing violations, unsafe food temps found in Franklin inspections

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. — Food safety inspectors identified violations involving improper food temperatures, employee hand-washing, sanitation, food storage and equipment maintenance during inspections of restaurants and other food establishments across Franklin County. Among the findings were improperly held meat at Caretti’s Pizza, sanitation and hand-washing violations at Egg Roll...

Franklin County, PA · 1d

Maryland Matters

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Blue wave meets blue line in Frederick, as sheriff’s race just one of Democrats’ wins

After losing three times to Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins, Democratic challenger Karl Bickel swamped the veteran sheriff at the polls this year -- the clearest evidence that the blue wave that swept the county last week also washed over Frederick County.

Frederick County, MD · 14h