Robert Allen Grady Sr., 55, of Frostburg, was arrested on a District Court Warrant for two (2) counts of 2nd Degree Assault and Malicious Destruction of Property less than $1000. When Mr. Grady was placed under arrest, he was searched. Located on his person during the search incident to arrest was suspected Fentanyl and Alprazolam. Additionally, charges were then filed including: Possession of Controlled Dangerous Substance – Not Cannabis (Fentanyl) and Possession of Controlled Dangerous Substances – Not Cannabis (Alprazolam). He was transported to the Allegany County Detention Center – Central Booking where he awaits his appearance before a District…

August 11, 2023   Arrest warrants served   On August 11, 2023 Cumberland Police Department served an arrest warrant on Asia Broadway IV. The original incident occurred on August 9, 2023. Officers were dispatched to Baltimore Avenue for a single vehicle accident. Prior to the arrival of the Officers, Allegany County dispatch was notified that the driver fled the accident. Officers located the subject, Asia Broadway IV near Marion Street. Mr. Mr. Broadway IV originally stated that his girlfriend was the driver. Based on the scene of the accident, Officers observed evidence that identified Broadway IV as the operator. Through…

The Allegany County Sheriff’s Office and Maryland State Police – Barrack C have combined resources to target open and active warrants. As a result, the following individuals have been apprehended. Friday, August 11, 2023 Robert Allen Grady Sr., 55, of Frostburg, was arrested on a District Court Warrant for two (2) counts of 2nd Degree Assault and Malicious Destruction of Property less than $1000. When Mr. Grady was placed under arrest, he was searched. Located on his person during the search incident to arrest was suspected Fentanyl and Alprazolam. Additionally, charges were then filed including: Possession of Controlled Dangerous Substance…

Port River West LLC has made application to remove parts of the former Luke Mill site for the purpose of future redevelopment. The Town is working with the applicant to ensure all laws and environmental concerns are addressed. Abatement will be done by Retro Environmental LLC. The site is owned by V Luke, LLC. The Verso plant closed in 2019.  

The annual plan for use of Project Open Space funds was presented at Thursday’s Allegany County Commissioner’s meeting. The funding comes through the Maryland Department of Natural Resources by way of taxes paid on property transfers in the state.  Monies are used to provide financial and technical assistance for planning and development of recreation and open space areas.  Adam Patterson, Public Works Director, explained to the commissioners that 18 projects submitted requests for funding with 17 recommended to be approved by the Commissioners at the August 31 meeting…

Allegany County has been nominated as one of the top destinations in the United States to visit during fall by USA Today’s 10-Best.  USA Today Editors worked with a panel of travel experts to nominate the best destination for fall. Ashli Workman, Director of Tourism for Allegany County, said, “the Mountain Side of Maryland is an unparalleled experience. Having our destination recognized at this level by travel experts is an extreme honor.”  Listeners can vote for Allegany County to be the top of the Top 10 by visiting www.10best.com and search for Best Place to Visit for Fall.

The Click-It or Ticket enforcement program is active in West Virginia through August 20th.  The Wet Virginia Governor’s Highway Safety Program is urging drivers to buckel up during the statewide effort – part of the state’s continual efforts to increase seat belt usage in West Virginia.  Rural drivers may believe their crash exposure is lower, but in 2021, 62% of total vehicle fatalities in West Virginia occurred in rural locations. Law Enforcement will be out in full force ticketing drivers caught driving without a correctly buckled seat belt or transporting unrestrained children.

The 7th Annual Savage Mountain Punk Fest returns to Maryland, with over twenty bands over three days, August 10-12! – pure high-octane punk rock. Tickets are on sale at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/savage-mountain-punk-fest-2023-tickets-402357130007. Mezzos Underground, 114 S. Centre Street.

On 08/10/2023 at approximately 2:00 PM the Cumberland City Police were dispatched to the 800 block of Columbia Avenue for an assault. Upon arrival officers spoke to the victim and observed injuries consistent with an assault. The victim refused to cooperate with officers. Two independent witnesses advised they observed Kevin Bailey striking the victim and then strangle them. Based on the observed injuries and the independent witnesses’ statements, Bailey was placed under arrest. Bailey was seen before a District Court Commissioner and remanded to the Allegany County Detention Center without bond.  Arrested – Kevin Paul Bailey (36) Cumberland, MD Charges…

On 08/10/2023 at approximately 1:30 PM the Cumberland City Police were dispatched to the 100 block of Helen Street for an assault. Upon arrival officers spoke to the victim and learned they were struck in the face and then strangled by Mark Wharton. Officers observed injuries on the victim consistent with their statements. The victim was treated by the Cumberland Fire Department for minor injuries. Officers located Wharton and placed him under arrest. Wharton was taken to the Allegany County Detention Center for central booking. Wharton was then seen before a District Court Commissioner and held without bond.  Arrested –…