On 02/08/2023 at approximately 8:20 PM the Cumberland City Police Department were dispatched to 12000 block of Willow Brook Road for a disturbance. Upon arrival officers observed security and other staff speaking to Gerald Judy Jr. outside the Emergency Department waiting room. Judy was still refusing to leave the premises and yelling at staff. Judy was placed under arrest and transported to the Allegany County Detention Center. Judy was seen before a District Court Commissioner and released on an unsecured $3,000.00 bond. Arrested – Gerald Jay Judy Jr (46) Ridgeley, WV Charges – Trespassing, Disorderly Conduct, Failure to Obey a…

On 02/08/2023 the Cumberland City Police Department served an Arrest Warrant on Maliq McCauley. McCauley failed to appear in District Court from a previous assault charge. McCauley was seen before a District Court Commissioner and released on his personal recognizance. Arrested – Maliq Shyheim McCauley (28) Cumberland, MD Charge – Failure to Appear On 02/08/2023 the Cumberland City Police Department served two Arrest Warrants on Todd Adams Jr. Adams failed to appear in Circuit Court from two previous controlled dangerous substance charges. Adams was transported to the Allegany County Detention Center held without bond pending a hearing in Circuit Court….

The City of Cumberland, in partnership with the Maryland Historical Trust. Preservation Maryland and the Cumberland Economic Development Corporation, is presenting  a free Historic Preservation Tax Incentives Workshop today (Thursday) from 11:30 – 2 in the City Hall Council Chambers.  This event is for investors, historic property owners, real estate agents, banking specialists, accountants, government officials and local community leaders who want to learn more about utilizing vacant and/or historic buildings in Cumberland. This workshop will demonstrate the intrinsic value of historic tax credits as economic development tools such as providing incentives to invest in older structures, stabilizing neighborhoods, and…

The Maryland Senate Republican Caucus announced its 2023 Legislative Agenda this week with an effort to halt yearly hikes at the gas pumps topping the list. For the second year, Senate Republicans are working to repeal the automatic, annual gas tax increase that is tied to inflation. On July 1, 2022, Maryland’s gas tax jumped by 19.4% and increased by nearly 43 cents per gallon, making it the fourth-highest gas tax in the Country. As the United States continues to grapple with high inflation, continued sharp increases to Maryland’s gas tax can be expected into the future. State Senator Mike…

Although it won’t expedite the necessary repairs or replacement of the city’s three West Side bridges- Cumberland officials hope to at least spruce up the appearance of those structures in the coming weeks.  Bridges on Cumberland, Fayette and Washington streets have been in various state’s of disrepair for several years- with the city continuing to work with CSX Transportation to see at least two of those re-opened in the next few years. In the meantime, the entry points to the bridges have become somewhat of an eyesore, and with the Day of Caring of Sharing beatification event scheduled for next…

UPMC Western Maryland is hosting a “Prescription Drug Take-Back Day” event Friday between 11 am and 2:30  pm at the hospital campus on Willowbrook Road in Cumberland. The event provides an opportunity to safely dispose of unused or expired prescription medication. According to the latest data, 75 percent of opioid misuse starts with people using medication that wasn’t prescribed for them – usually taken from a friend or family member. Simple steps, like properly disposing of medications, can help prevent that misuse. Jen Thomas is manager of Community Health at UPMC Western Maryland…

Maryland U.S. Senator Ben Cardin is still assessing whether to run for another six-year term in 2024. In the meantime, ambitious fellow Democrats are preparing campaigns that can strike immediately if the three term Senator and former Maryland House Speaker  retires. In an interview this week Cardin said while he isn’t yet ready to announce his future plans- he expects to do so in the near future… Cardin, who will turn 80 later this year, says that age really won’t play a part in his decision…

As the cost of living continues to rise, here is some more troubling news for our most vulnerable neighbors. WOLB reports Marylanders who receive SNAP benefits, formerly known as food stamps, will see a major change in their benefits in March after the federal emergency allotments are set to end this month. In March 2020, the pandemic emergency measure started which gave recipients up to the maximum for their household size. The Maryland Department of Human Services stated that letters were sent at the end of last year reminding recipients of the impending change. If you’re in need of additional food assistance,…

WBAL reports that Maryland lawmakers are reacting to President Joe Biden's state of the union address on Tuesday night. Sen. Chris Van Hollen said the president laid out the groundwork for the progress they've made. "He shared how we’ll continue to build on that progress to grow more prosperity and more opportunity for all," Hollen said in a statement. "I am committed to working alongside him to continue to strengthen our democracy, protect the rights of Americans, create an economy that works for everyone, and build a more perfect union.” Sen. Ben Cardin, with guest Gov. Wes Moore, was also in attendance at what was his…

The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN), has named WVU Medicine Potomac Valley Hospital (PVH) a Center of Excellence in Surgical Safety: Prevention of RSI. “We are very proud that our perioperative team dedicated themselves to achieving this designation,” said Kendra Thayer, MSN, Chief Nursing Officer at PVH. “It speaks to the level of care one can expect at PVH, and to the fact that this staff works very hard, every day, to provide the best care possible. The work the staff put in to gain this designation was significant; we are very proud to share this certification with the…