Smithsburg hosted rival Boonsboro in a Washington County boys basketball game on Jan. 23. Check out our photo gallery.

If it’s really cold out, say below 10 degrees, avoid using water as that might lead to cracked plastic or additional freezing ...

While we loved spotlighting America’s best steakhouses — and, before that, the country’s greatest dive bars — we also love ...

Washington County has declared a State of Emergency as a major winter storm is expected to bring heavy snow, hazardous travel and possible outages.

The Tri-State area is expecting a major snowstorm, with some areas potentially receiving over a foot of snow. Below-freezing ...

Federal judge rejects charges against Don Lemon and an independent journalist in connection to a protest at a St. Paul church ...

Dr. Andrew Ditto shares simple steps for better health, from cutting sugary drinks to moving more and staying connected.

Sen. Chris Van Hollen and U.S. Rep. April McClain Delaney joined a large rally Jan. 20 in Hagerstown against a proposed ICE ...

Flu activity and canceled drives have reduced the nation’s blood supply, prompting the Red Cross to urge immediate donations.

The Rotary Bull and Oyster Roast returns Feb. 22 with food, games and fundraising for Washington County charities. Tickets available online.

The following Washington County deed transfers for Nov. 16-22, 2025 are public record in the Md. Department of Assessment and Taxation office.

Check out a video reel featuring many of the athletes set to compete in the 2026 Washington County Unified Bocce Tournament ...