Several partners are offering a free environmentally friendly latex paint disposal day for area residents. Latex paint and stains can be dropped off between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, July 20, at Nettle Creek Hardware, 485 E. Main St., Hagerstown. Containers must not be larger than five gallons. No drywall mud, sealers, household cleaners, […]
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City buys downtown business building
A downtown Richmond building is ready for a business and for residents. Richmond Neighborhood Restoration sold the renovated building at 720 and 724 E. Main St. to the city of Richmond. The Board of Public Works and Safety approved the $62,500 purchase on May 30. RNR had bought the building for renovations in 2021. It […]
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Wi-fi coming to Cambridge City park
Cambridge City will add wi-fi at Creitz Park. Forward Wayne County will cover the $3,500 cost for installation; the town will pay monthly fees. Town officials said wi-fi makes it possible to add cameras at the park, which will soon include new playground equipment and a performance venue. Vandals damaged Christmas lights last year. It’s […]
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Consultant to share Wayne Co. assessment’s animal welfare findings
The results of a Wayne County animal welfare assessment will be shared with the public on Thursday, July 18. Dr. Sara Pizano, a veterinarian who is an animal welfare strategist for Team Shelter USA, will share her recommendations and findings after studying local conditions. The program is planned from 6-7:30 p.m. at Richmond High School’s […]
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‘Dream team’ receives surprise service award
More than 80 people gathered last week to learn who would be named northern Wayne County’s next Good Friend and Neighbor. Robin and Ed Nugent were surprised during the 64th annual Rural Urban Dinner at Willie & Red’s in Hagerstown on Thursday, July 11. Economy Lions Club organizes the gathering, which is intended to encourage […]
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Centerville Fire/Rescue prepares for radio switchover
Centerville council authorized the purchase of three dual band radios for the town’s fire department as it prepares for a new encrypted countywide communications system. Centerville Fire/Rescue Chief Andy Aughe requested the $13,219.68 purchase from Tech Electronics in Richmond. One radio will be his and the other two are for Assistant Chief Jimmy Lawrence and […]
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Town building commissioner returns
Code enforcement has been added to the Hagerstown building commissioner’s duties, and the man who held the job briefly at the start of 2024 has returned to that position. Terry Ford became building commissioner on Jan. 1 and resigned in March. He has returned to the position. He had gone to work in a similar […]
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Health inspectors note 8 food violations
Inspectors discovered one critical and seven noncritical violations during recent routine food inspections of local establishments. The violations ranged from improper storage of food and single-serve items to dirty cooking areas and utensils. Wayne County Health Department employees collected those concerns between June 20 -July 1. Critical violation Non-critical violations Follow-up Complaint Temporary permits No […]
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Filing deadline approaches for towns
Wayne County voters’ general election ballot is nearly set. Here’s what we know now: However, Wayne County voters likely will see fewer yard signs this summer for local races than they did in the spring. That’s because no Democrats or Libertarians filed to run against Wayne County’s Republican candidates for judge, commissioner, clerk of courts, […]
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‘Legacy’ shines at Archway Classic
Four of the five top performing bands at Saturday night’s Archway Classic contest came from Wayne County. Judges gave top marks to Richmond’s jazz-themed “The Gennett Legacy” show. The tribute to the city’s recording history earned 57.35 points. “It feels good, and the kids are super excited,” said Dan Merkamp, the Marching Red Devils’ director. […]