The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced state resident first responders and law enforcement officers will receive a $40 discount for an Annual State Park and Trail Passport. The passport, which allows unlimited day-use entry for all of Maryland’s state parks and park facilities for one year, is otherwise available for $75 for in-state residents. This discount is available to Maryland residents who serve as law enforcement officers, EMTs, firefighters, and similar emergency personnel. The annual pass offers unlimited day-use admission for everyone in a single vehicle, up to 10 people,  to Maryland’s state parks and facilities, unlimited boat launching…

The Maryland School for the Blind (MSB) is holding its 170th commencement on Monday, June 5, 2023 at 6:00pm. The ceremony celebrates the accomplishments of the Class of 2023.  The ceremony consists of conferring diplomas, certificates, and awards, with remarks from Mr. W. Robert Hair, MSB Superintendent, and Keynote Speaker Team USA Paralympian in Judo, and Tik Tok celebrity, Anthony Ferraro.  Anthony is a blind athlete and was the subject of the film “A Shot In The Dark,” he is also well known as a skateboarder, musician, and content creator with over 1.3 million Tik Tok followers. Anthony is training…

Governor Wes Moore today proclaimed June 2, 2023, as National Gun Violence Awareness Day in Maryland. The proclamation encourages all Marylanders to support community efforts to prevent the tragic effects of gun violence and to honor and value human lives.  National“By this time tomorrow, another two Marylanders will have died from gun violence, and here in Maryland, we’ve had enough of these senseless, preventable tragedies,” said Gov. Moore. “This year we passed common-sense legislation that will ensure you can’t bring a gun into a preschool, a hospital, or a government office—that if you have a mental illness and have a…

The Maryland State Police, in partnership with other State of Maryland agencies, are hosting a Career Expo, set to take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 3, 2023 at the Maryland State Police Training Academy, located at 6852 4th Street in Sykesville, Maryland. The goal of this free event is to introduce those who are interested in a career with the State of Maryland to potential job opportunities.  Numerous state agencies will be on-site to promote careers for various sworn law enforcement positions and civilian professional opportunities. State agencies to be in attendance include the Maryland…

Beginning June 9th through the 18th is Museum Week . Allegany County, the Mountain Side of Maryland's three centuries of American history invite you to travel back in time as you explore our museum attractions, history, and heritage-focused experiences celebrating America's early transportation milestones as told in our rivers, rails, trails, mountains, and towns. Visit www.mdmountainside.com/museumweek for a complete list of participating museums and area historical sites.

Senior Deputy State Fire Marshal Michael Redding has been selected as the Bomb Squad nominee for Deputy State Fire Marshal of the Year. He will join other investigators chosen throughout the state for the 2022 James C. Robertson Deputy State Fire Marshal of the Year Award during the Maryland State Fireman's Convention in Ocean City later this month.   Senior Deputy Redding began his public safety career as a captain with Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service, where he pursued training and certification as a fire investigator and bomb technician. Redding retired after 30 years as a senior section supervisor and Bomb Squad…

Maryland State Police are warning residents to be aware of a phone scam involving police impersonators that is currently active in Maryland. Maryland State Police have received reports from multiple residents advising that callers contact them claiming to be state troopers or police officers. The reports are attempts to gain financial information or money from residents.  The impersonator tells the potential victims that they need to obtain information from the caller due to a police investigation or they are asking for a donation to support law enforcement and their families. In some instances, the impersonator will use a real name…

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration will temporarily close and detour the eastbound I-68 (National Freeway) ramp to US 219 (Chestnut Ridge Road) (Exit 22) in Grantsville during daytime hours Monday, June 5, to Friday, June 9, weather permitting. The closure is necessary for crews to install curbing on the right side of the exit to effectively accommodate vehicles with long wheelbases. Drivers can expect the temporary closure with a detour to be in place 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Eastbound I-68 motorists will be directed to continue past the exit and take Exit 24 (Lower New…

On Thursday, June 1, 2023 at approximately 7:00 PM, officers of the Cumberland Police Department responded to the 500 block of Bedford Street for a disturbance.  When police arrived, there were several people in the street arguing about an assault that had just occurred.  The alleged victim reported that he was assaulted by Marquis King.  The alleged victim and multiple witnesses advised that King had strangled the victim.  Officers observed that the victim had sustained injuries.  During the investigation, a female subject identified as Hailey Moon, began causing a disturbance and refused to listen to officers.  Moon was placed under…

On Thursday, June 1, 2023 at approximately 9:17 PM, officers of the Cumberland Police Department responded to a residence in the 200 block of Baltimore Street for a disturbance.  When officers arrived, they contacted the resident who reported that a male subject was inside and he was not allowed to be there.   Police contacted the male subject who provided officers with a false name.  The subject was later identified as Shawn Gladden.  Officers learned that Gladden was in violation of his pre-trial release conditions.  When officers went to place Gladden under arrest, he resisted and refused to cooperate with officers. …