Hagerstown Herald-Mail

18 hours ago | heraldmailmedia.com | Janis Reeser

Work crews will close East Avenue for repairs on Thursday, May 15. According to a community announcement, the closure will begin at 9 a.m. and last until 2:30 p.m. The street will be closed to traffic between Locust Street and Mulberry Street. Motorists will need to detour around the area using other city streets. Traffic control devices, including cones and barricades, will be in place to guide drivers.

21 hours ago | heraldmailmedia.com | Janis Reeser

Janis Reeser, reporter assisted by AIThe Herald-MailCamp Harding Park in Big Pool is closed today, May 14, due to high water conditions, according to a community announcement. The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department made this decision to ensure the safety of visitors and staff. Officials are monitoring the situation and will provide updates if further closures are needed. The department apologizes for any inconvenience and appreciates the public’s understanding during this time.

21 hours ago | heraldmailmedia.com | Janis Reeser

Janis Reeser, reporter assisted by AIThe Herald-MailCentral Bark Dog Park, at Martin L. "Marty" Snook Memorial Park, 17901 Halfway Blvd. in Hagerstown, opens Friday, May 16. According to a community announcement, the park will operate daily from 9 a.m. until sunset. Visitors are reminded to follow park rules, clean up after pets and keep pets on a leash. Pavilion reservations can be made by calling 240-313-2700.

1 day ago | heraldmailmedia.com | Janis Reeser

Janis Reeser, reporter assisted by AIThe Herald-MailRoad closures are in effect due to high water in Washington County. According to a community announcement, High Germany Road at the bridge and Pecktonville Road are closed. Residents are advised to drive cautiously on potentially flooded roads. If encountering flooded areas, do not attempt to drive through. For more information, contact Washington County's Public Relations and Marketing Department at 240-313-2380 or [email protected].

2 days ago | heraldmailmedia.com | David Robinson

David RobinsonRockland/Westchester Journal NewsER tick bite reporting in the Northeast hit 264 visits for tick bites per 100,000 ER visits in May during the first seven days of the month, the most recent data show. That one-week of tick bites was already the fourth-highest total for an entire month of May during the past nine years. Tickborne disease alarm bells are sounding at emergency rooms across the Northeast as May got off to a record-shattering start for tick-bite visits.