Governor Wes Moore spoke at the National Press Club regarding the roles that politicians, media, and the public play in responding to violence and promoting safety in communities. The governor stated that the reality of violence cannot be addressed unless the false narratives of violence are addressed.  Addressing the press, Moore said sensationalizing violence in reporting misses the full story…

The American Red Cross wants everyone to have a safe Fourth of July holiday.  They also want to have a strong blood supply on hand for patients in hospitals.  A concerning shortfall has been seen in blood donations recently, especially those with type B-Negative of O-Negative blood. The upcoming holiday could put a further squeeze on donations and available blood supply.  To encourage blood donations, the Red Cross is offering the following to those who come to give in the coming weeks:  All who come to give blood through June 30th will receive a $10 gift card to the merchant of…

On Saturday, June 24, 2023, the Cumberland Police Department served a Circuit Court bench warrant on Elizabeth Price.  The warrant was issued as the result of Price violating pre-trial release. She was originally charged with driving vehicle on highway with suspended registration.  Price was arrested and transported to the Allegany County Detention Center where she is currently being held without bond pending her appearance before the court. ARRESTED:  Elizabeth Mae Price     AGE:  40         Cumberland, MD ARREST WARRANTS SERVED On Saturday, June 24, 2023, the Cumberland Police Department served two arrest warrants on William Adkins III.  The warrants stemmed from two…

Gov. Jim Justice and the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources announced that the agency has stocked nearly 130,000 more trout in 2023 compared to the previous year.   Between January and May 2023, the WVDNR stocked 802,481 trout in lakes and streams around the state, which is a 19% increase over the 673,148 trout that were stocked during the same period in 2022. “Our hatchery program plays a crucial role in creating an exceptional fishing experience for anglers across West Virginia,” Gov. Justice said. ”This significant increase can be attributed to investments in our hatchery infrastructure and the dedicated work of…

U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) and Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) wrote to Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Jack Reed and Ranking Member Roger Wicker urging the Committee to support Ukraine’s air defense by facilitating the transfer of additional U.S. air defense assets to Ukraine. The Senators write, “As Ukraine continues its brave fight against Russia’s unprovoked invasion, we write regarding the urgent need to support Ukraine’s air defense and help defend its territorial integrity. Ukraine has repeatedly emphasized its need for enhanced air defense capabilities to protect its citizens and its territory. While the United States has transferred equipment and…

Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following statement on the one-year anniversary of the overturning of Roe v. Wade: “One year ago, the U.S. Supreme Court delivered a devastating blow to basic rights of Americans by overturning Roe v. Wade in an outrageous and harmful decision that stripped away the fundamental right of individuals to control their own healthcare decisions. This decision set us back 50 years as we continue to witness the erosion of reproductive rights in anti-choice states across the country. The decision increased risks to the health and well-being of people throughout the nation, and…

Amateur Radio Relay League Field Day begins today at 2:00PM and runs till 2PM Sunday. Members of the Mountain Amateur Radio Club will be participating in the single most popular on-the-air event held annually in the US and Canada. Thousands of radio amateurs gather on the airwaves to operate radios from remote locations. Field Day is practice for emergencies, an informal contest and, most of all, FUN! and FREE for all ages. The event is located at the old LaVale Swim Club parking lot at 599 Georges Creek Blvd. Club President Chris Clites spoke with WCBC news about this year's event and…

The Cumberland Police Department report the missing juvenile Ashley Nicole a 16-year-old female has returned home and is safe.  Ashley was reported missing from the 200 block of East Elder Street in Cumberland since 3:30PM Thursday.

Is the future of AES in question?  What started out as a routine action agenda item for the county was stopped short when Allegany County Commissioner Creade Brodie asked to table the measure for the Manufacturer’s Tax Exemption Credit for the AES Warrior Run plant. The exemption would be for 2.4 million dollars for a period of 10 years. There is an agreement in place for AES and First Energy to end their Power Purchase Agreement five years early. Brodie explained his actions to WCBC, saying he wants to be sure that AES is sticking around… There have been indications…

Allegany County Commissioner Creade Brodie, Jr. asked to table a tax break for AES at Thursday's meeting.  Brodie explained to WCBC that the county does not want to give a tax break to a company that may be leaving the area.  County Administrator Jason Bennett said that Maryland's moratorium on coal makes the long term future of AES questionable.