Together with Regional Economic Studies Institute (RESI) of Towson University, the Maryland Department of Commerce is conducting a study examining the current state of the supply chain and logistics in Maryland. Researchers want to hear from individuals with knowledge of the supply chain. Candidates for the study should work for[Read More…]
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Barnhart chosen for Young scholarship
The 2023 Herbert A. Young Music Scholarship was the most successful it’s been since its inception more than a decade ago with this year’s winner, Jennifer Barnhart, receiving $1,250. Barnhart had been a member of the Hancock Panther Marching and Concert Bands since she was in the sixth grade. She[Read More…]
Hancock Police Report
Hancock Police report the following arrests and incidents from the week of Monday, May 29, through Sunday, June 4: May 29 Traffic enforcement Hancock area, six stops. Summons attempt 100 block West Main Street. Subject not home. Suspicious person 200 block West Main Street. Subject checked and moved along. Assist[Read More…]
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Town approves $1.7 million budget for FY 2024
by Geoff Fox & Kate Shunney During a special town meeting on Thursday, May 25, town officials formally unanimously approved the Town of Hancock’s fiscal year 2024 budget of $1.7 million. The largest portion of the budget’s income comes from taxes and fees. In the proposed budget, general property taxes[Read More…]
National Park Service completes flood prevention project along the C&O Canal
In honor of completing the largest restoration project in modern park history, Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park recently received the Excellence in Historic Preservation and Sustainable Design award from the Maryland Historical Trust (MHT). This award recognizes the park’s efforts to combat the impacts of flooding with long-term,[Read More…]
Summer Reading Club 2023 at Washington County Free Library
Washington County Free Library welcomes readers of all ages in Washington County to join in the Summer Reading Club from June 1 to August 31. This free annual self-paced reading challenge is a fantastic way to keep booklovers reading throughout the summer months and meet new friends at library programs.[Read More…]
Hancock Class of 2023 graduates in May 30 ceremony
Post Office counter in museum
Washington County Small Business Impact Grant opening soon
The Board of County Commissioners of Washington County, announces the implementation of the Small Business Impact Grant program, made possible by the allocation of $5,000,000 of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. The program will provide grants of up to $25,000 to eligible small businesses that have been impacted by[Read More…]
