F-16 fighter jets were scrambled from National Guard bases in New Jersey and Washington after a civilian plane broke the “no fly” zone in the Capitol area on Sunday afternoon. A Cessna Citation plane was reportedly in flight from Tennessee to New York and when intercepted by the fighter jets it was found that the pilot was unresponsive in the cockpit.  The plane eventually crashed near the George Washington National Forest in Virginia.  The fighter jets were authorized to fly at supersonic speeds to catch up with the plane, causing a sonic boom that was heard throughout the Eastern Shore…

Allegany County Chamber of Commerce Lucky Ladies Night Out kicks off at 5:30PM at the Ali Ghan Shrine Club Picnic Grounds. Tickets are $45 per person and $275 per table of 7. Price includes dinner, beer, wine, seltzer, soda and water; one free raffle ticket for the grand prize drawing. Lucky Ladies Night Out is a lively time of fun, laughter, food, and drinks with a chance to win fantastic prizes. Throughout the evening themed gift baskets containing various items are displayed by male volunteers. As the baskets are taken around the room, an unlimited number of raffle tickets can…

On June 3rd, 2023 officers of the Cumberland Police Department served two Arrest Warrants on Cody Horwath. The Arrest Warrants were issued by the District Court when he failed to obey his pre-trial release conditions. Horwath was taken before a District Court Commissioner where he was held on a total of $5,000. Arrest: Cody Michael Horwath, age 34, Cumberland Maryland. Charge: Two Counts of Failure to Comply. On June 3rd, 2023 officers of the Cumberland Police Department served Fugitive Arrest Warrant on Warren Flanagan. The Arrest Warrant issued by West Virginia stemmed from a violation of his parole. Flanagan was…

Cumberland Pride Festival at Canal Place Festival Grounds promoting love, acceptance, and diversity in Western Maryland. Event starts at noon and runs till 4PM.

 Gov. Jim Justice has issued a proclamation, ordering that all United States and West Virginia flags on all State-owned facilities be displayed at half-staff, beginning immediately in honor and remembrance of Sergeant Cory Maynard of the West Virginia State Police. The flags are to remain at half-staff through the day of services celebrating his life. Additional details regarding memorial arrangements will be announced as soon as they become available. The proclamation will be available here​ Monday morning.  

This morning, we join with West Virginians across the state as we mourn the tragic death of West Virginia State Trooper Sgt. Cory Maynard. As a young officer with our State Police in the Eastern Panhandle, Sgt. Maynard was recognized with a Lifesaving Award for his actions in the line of duty. He continued to exemplify the qualities of compassion, bravery, and service throughout his career. His ultimate sacrifice in his service to his community and to our citizens will not be forgotten. The Senate joins with Governor Justice and our fellow West Virginians across the state in praying for…

Governor Wes Moore this afternoon hosted the change of command ceremony for the new adjutant general for Maryland. Maj. Gen. Timothy E. Gowen, the 30th adjutant general for Maryland, relinquished command of the Maryland National Guard and the Maryland Military Department to Maj. Gen. Janeen L. Birckhead during a ceremony held at the Fifth Regiment Armory in Baltimore. “Over the past three and a half years under the leadership of Maj. Gen. Gowen, the Maryland National Guard has risen to even greater heights,” said Gov. Moore. “I have every confidence that Maj. Gen. Birckhead will lead with great distinction and…

A suspect has been arrested in the Friday shooting death of a West Virginia State police officer.  Timothy Kennedy, 29, of Beech Creek, WV was taken into custody Friday night as the primary suspect in the death of Sgt. Cory Maynard of the West Virginia State police.  The shooting took place on Friday afternoon in Mingo County, West Virginia, and Kennedy remained at large through the day, causing lockdowns nearby and the postponement of the Mingo Central High School graduation ceremony Friday evening.

On June 2nd, 2023 at approximately 9:45 pm officers of the Cumberland Police Department responded to a business in the 600 block of Park Street for a report of a male slumped over the wheel of a vehicle. Upon officer’s arrival they contacted the operator, Matthew Goss, 40 of Ridgely, WV, and observed evidence of impairment. Officers had Goss step out of the vehicle and observed controlled dangerous substances in plain view. Goss declined to perform standardized field sobriety and it was also learned that he had an Active Arrest Warrant. Goss was placed under arrest, and was taken before a…

On June 2nd, 2023 at approximately 7:05 pm officers of the Cumberland Police Department responded to the 1200 block of Virginia Avenue for a reported disturbance. Upon officer’s arrival, they spoke with the complainant who advised that Alecia George, 21 of Cumberland,  had been aggressive and they were worried it would become physical. Officers separated the parties and attempted to deescalate the situation, but George would not comply and continued to create a disturbance. George was the placed under arrest and later released on a Criminal Citation pending her trial at District Court.