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State Supreme Court rules on Washington County’s mail-in ballot lawsuit

Washington County election officials must notify voters about disqualifying errors with their mail-in ballots through an automated email sent by the state’s election system and allow people to cast a provisional ballot if they desire, the state Supreme Court ruled Friday. In a 4-3 decision ...

Tourism agency announces local grants for American Spirit program

As the country prepares to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary next year, the Washington County Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Promotion Agency announced grants for six new projects totaling $150,000 through the American Spirit Grant Program that will enhance recreation, preserve history ...

Former TV news reporter hired as Washington County spokesperson

Washington County officials announced Thursday they have hired a former television news reporter to serve as the county’s spokesperson. Nicole Ford will begin her role as Washington County’s director of public relations beginning Monday with responsibilities of releasing statements on ...

Washington County releases fourth round of opioid settlement grants

Washington County has released another round of grants from its portion of the nationwide opioid settlement lawsuit funds, with the awardees focusing on drug recovery efforts, after-school programs and even dentistry services in Avella. The county commissioners during their Sept. 18 meeting ...

Future uncertain for Charleroi glass plant

The sale of the shuttered Charleroi glass plant to a French-based industrial glass maker apparently has been blocked by the Federal Trade Commission. In July, plant owner Anchor Hocking was said to have struck a deal with Sediver, a company that produces industrial grade glass. Sources close ...