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Chambersburg, PA and Hagerstown, MD- Patriot Federal Credit Union wants to make the public aware that car break-ins are on the rise, with “smash and grab” thefts becoming increasingly common.

Chambersburg, PA and Hagerstown, MD- Patriot Federal Credit Union wants to make the public aware that car break-ins are on the rise, with “smash and grab” thefts becoming increasingly common. In our community, criminals are targeting parked vehicles, breaking windows, and stealing valuables left inside. These crimes happen quickly and can lead to financial loss, identity theft, and serious inconvenience for victims.

John Kilduff CFE

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 4, 2025) – Washington County Government invites you to watch the 2025 State of the County by clicking on the graphic.

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 4, 2025) – Washington County Government invites you to watch the 2025 State of the County by clicking on the graphic. The video showcases the County's achievements and progress, focusing on five key areas: Infrastructure, Public Safety, Human Services, Economic Development, and Education.

Danielle Weaver

Tony Heaton Retires After Nearly 35 Years of Service

Antietam Broadband today announced that Chris Shipman has been appointed to lead the company following the retirement of President and General Manager Tony Heaton, after nearly 35 years of service with the company.

Antietam Broadband

Boonsboro, MD – Today, Fahrney Keedy proudly marks its 120th anniversary, celebrating over a century of compassionate care and commitment to Washington County’s senior community.

Boonsboro, MD – Today, Fahrney Keedy proudly marks its 120th anniversary, celebrating over a century of compassionate care and commitment to Washington County’s senior community. Since its founding in 1905, Fahrney Keedy has remained a steadfast provider of quality senior living and healthcare services, honoring its mission to never deny care to residents already within its community, regardless of financial circumstances.

Tim Luipersbeck

For over 100 years, the University of Baltimore (UBalt) has been at the forefront of career-focused education, providing Baltimore and beyond with leaders who make a lasting impact on their communities. Now, through an exciting new collaboration with the University System of Maryland Hagerstown (USMH), the University of Baltimore’s Merrick School of Business is bringing its prestigious MBA program to Western Maryland.

Michelle Walls

Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc. (HRG) has promoted Jeff Mikesic to assistant vice president, overseeing the firm’s transportation service offerings. The position was created as part of an ongoing organizational realignment to scale the firm for growth while preserving its commitment to technical excellence and personalized service. The realignment creates unique channels for client outreach, technical expertise, and operational delivery, ensuring each gets proper focus and attention.

Herbert, Rowland & Grubic (HRG), Inc.

Rolling Out Pioneering Open Standard, Low Latency Tech that Provides Xfinity Customers with More Responsive Gaming, Video Chatting and Virtual Reality Experiences

Comcast is introducing the first customers in the world to a pioneering new, ultra-low lag connectivity experience when they use interactive applications like gaming, videoconferencing, and virtual reality. With the launch, Xfinity Internet latency will be dramatically reduced to faster than the blink of an eye, currently when using FaceTime on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro, apps on Meta’s mixed reality headsets that will support this technology, NVIDIA’s GeForce NOW, many games on Valve’s Steam game

Comcast Business

HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 29, 2025) -- The Washington County Museum of Fine Arts (WCMFA) in Hagerstown, MD, announces an extensive and significant donation of artworks and material related to the late 19th century American Painter-Etcher Movement.

Washington County Museum of Fine Arts

The Chamber of Washington County announces its first-ever Legacy Award recipient: Adna “Ad” Fulton, who grew AC&T into what it is today. AC&T offers many different services in the Tri-State area, including heating fuel, propane, convenience stores, portable toilets, mobile storage, petroleum products, liquid waste handling, transport services, plus heating and cooling.

Brianna Scott

(GREENCASTLE, PA) Patriot Federal Credit Union staff and board members recently held a site preparation ceremony for a new branch office in Greencastle, PA.

(GREENCASTLE, PA) Patriot Federal Credit Union staff and board members recently held a site preparation ceremony for a new branch office in Greencastle, PA. The office will be located at 200 North Antrim Way at the corner of Williamson Avenue and US 11, next to Weis Markets/former SunnyWay Foods.

John Kilduff CFE

Congratulations to Good Libations on the Grand Opening of their boutique alcohol-free bottle shop in downtown Hagerstown! Good Libations offers a curated collection of non-alcoholic beverages, games, garnishes, and more at the store located at 37 S. Potomac Street.

City of Hagerstown

In this role, Best will oversee the bank’s efforts to grow market share, while ensuring a shared focus to maintaining the bank’s culture, building strong communities, and connecting customers with financial solutions. He succeeds Tim Henry, President and CEO, who successfully led the bank for nine years and will officially retire on April 29, 2025.

F&M Trust

Will oversee services helping clients use data and information to make strategic decisions

Will oversee services helping clients use data and information to make strategic decisions

Herbert, Rowland & Grubic (HRG), Inc.

“PowerBoost,” a Feature Available to All Xfinity Mobile Customers that Delivers WiFi Speeds Up To 1 Gig, is Credited for Delivering the Superfast Speeds

“PowerBoost,” a Feature Available to All Xfinity Mobile Customers that Delivers WiFi Speeds Up To 1 Gig, is Credited for Delivering the Superfast Speeds

Comcast Business

Black Diamond Realty proudly announces that its brokerage services now include Maryland. With expanded market reach, our team serves the commercial real estate needs of clients in West Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. We are ready and eager to assist new communities and provide comprehensive, committed, customized, and connected service.

Black Diamond Realty

HAGERSTOWN, Md. (January 17, 2025) – Maryland-based managed service provider Innovative Incorporated promoted Aaron Sipes to resource manager last week.

HAGERSTOWN, Md. (January 17, 2025) – Maryland-based managed service provider Innovative Incorporated promoted Aaron Sipes to resource manager last week.

Innovative Incorporated

The Washington County Chamber of Commerce communicated its 2025 legislative agenda today. Identifying policy areas that concern the local business community, the agenda outlines the issues The Chamber will track throughout this year’s General Assembly Session.

The Chamber recognizes that a healthy economy must encourage job growth, workforce development, transportation, and related energy policies, with a supportive approach to tax policy and regulation. Anticipating challenges that will be faced in the 2025 Maryland General Assembly Legislative Session, The Chamber’s agenda is focusing first on advocating for a Competitive Tax Structure and, secondly, promoting equitable Transportation Funding/Infrastructure Investment.

Brianna Scott

Leadership Maryland recently announced that Leah Gregg, Vice President and Director of Deposit Services at First United Bank & Trust, completed the Emerging Leader Program, the new professional development program targeting the rising stars within our state’s public, private, government, education and nonprofit sectors.

Leadership Maryland recently announced that Leah Gregg, Vice President and Director of Deposit Services at First United Bank & Trust, completed the Emerging Leader Program, the new professional development program targeting the rising stars within our state’s public, private, government, education and nonprofit sectors.

First United Bank & Trust

HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 15, 2025) - The Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development's Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) #255 is urging local businesses to prepare for potential significant changes to import tariffs.

HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 15, 2025) - The Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development's Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) #255 is urging local businesses to prepare for potential significant changes to import tariffs. Reports indicate that the incoming Trump Administration may issue up to 100 Executive Orders starting January 20, 2025, potentially increasing import tariffs by 20% to 60%, depending on the country of origin.

Danielle Weaver

Creativity meets celebration with Balloons by Menysa Events. Business owner, Temeeka Mitchell, has grown her business from a home-based business into the first of its kind balloon bar boutique shop on the square in downtown Hagerstown at 7 Public Square.

City of Hagerstown

The Maryland General Assembly's 2025 legislative session kicked off Wednesday with several projects and issues that are priorities for Washington County and municipalities such as Hagerstown.

The Maryland General Assembly's 2025 legislative session kicked off Wednesday with several projects and issues that are priorities for Washington County and municipalities such as Hagerstown.

Herald Mail Media

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (January 8, 2025): ValorExcel, a leading provider of transformational coaching and training programs, announced the addition of Steven Wriston as their Future of Work Strategist.

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD (January 8, 2025): ValorExcel, a leading provider of transformational coaching and training programs, announced the addition of Steven Wriston as their Future of Work Strategist. Wriston brings extensive experience aligning people, processes, and technology to drive organizational success.

Lori Wriston

Hagerstown, MD — January 8, 2025 — As HighRock celebrates 20 years of elevating brands, the full-service marketing agency—known for its expertise in creative storytelling, branding, and web development—is proud to announce the acquisition of Exploring Potential Solutions LLC, a Michigan-based marketing agency.

Hagerstown, MD — January 8, 2025 — As HighRock celebrates 20 years of elevating brands, the full-service marketing agency—known for its expertise in creative storytelling, branding, and web development—is proud to announce the acquisition of Exploring Potential Solutions LLC, a Michigan-based marketing agency. This strategic move adds new expertise and tools to HighRock’s growing portfolio, including CineTRAIN, an innovative employee training and onboarding solution.

Pieter Bickford

The Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development is pleased to announce the launch of the Maryland Soft Landing Exchange Program, which offers Maryland businesses the opportunity to explore international markets at a reduced cost. Administered by the Maryland Department of Commerce, this program connects companies with global business incubators and accelerators, helping them expand their export capabilities while providing access to valuable resources, networks, and facilities abroad.

Washington County Government

HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 3, 2025) – In honor of the semiquincentennial, or 250th anniversary of the U.S., the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts is planning its 2026 Cumberland Valley exhibitions around national themes.

HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 3, 2025) – In honor of the semiquincentennial, or 250th anniversary of the U.S., the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts is planning its 2026 Cumberland Valley exhibitions around national themes.

Washington County Museum of Fine Arts

The Members are pleased to announce the following Manager, Supervisor, Senior Staff, and Marketing promotions effective January 1, 2025:

The Members are pleased to announce the following Manager, Supervisor, Senior Staff, and Marketing promotions effective January 1, 2025:

Kristina Tucker

Did you know that Manning Media has two different FREE opportunities to help promote your business?

Brianna Scott
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