The Western Maryland Delegation to Annapolis held an overview of the coming legislative session at Rocky Gap on Friday. Sponsored by the Allegany Chamber of Commerce, the event allowed delegation members to relay their thoughts on the coming year.  Delegate Jason Buckel said the news of House Speaker Adrienne Jones stepping down would have the Democrats working overtime…     “The Democratic Caucus is going to meet on the 16th which is less than two weeks from now and the intent of their meeting is to select their nominee for Speaker. They could just keep things going with the Speaker…

The City of Cumberland’s Lobbyist, Rich Reinhardt, recently went over goals for the city in the next General Assembly.  Last year, the focus centered on keeping the Senator George Edward Fund alive.  Though the fund still holds priority, Reinhardt said this year is unique because Cumberland will be lobbying to help bring flood relief funds to the county…     “We are essentially working closely with the county and working with Governor’s office. I’m not sure where those funds will come from.  If they are a part of the Rainy Day Fund or another source.  But we’re essentially trying to…

On December 6, 2025 officers with the Cumberland Police Department responded to Baltimore Street at Mechanic Street for a pedestrian struck by a vehicle. The Cumberland Fire Department responded as well. Upon arrival to the scene, EMS crews began assisting the pedestrian struck by a vehicle. The pedestrian was transported to UPMC for further evaluation.  This incident is under investigation by the Cumberland Police Department.

The Frankfort Falcons scored the winning touchdown with just three seconds remaining Saturday to defeat Bluefield, 49-42, to win the West Virginia AA title.  A halfback pass play fooled the Bluefield defense, a play Coach Kevin Whiteman said the team put in the playbook just two weeks ago.  Frankfort has now won 28 consecutive games.

The Patuxent Panthers overcame a 21 point deficit and defeated Fort Hill, 35-28, Saturday afternoon in the state title game broadcast by WCBC.  Two second half turnovers and an injury to runningback Braelynn Younger helped propel the Panthers to the title.  The loss ends Fort Hill's state title streak at four and is the first playoff loss for head coach Zack Alkire.

With the resignation of Ruth Davis-Rogers as the city's historic planner, it may be time to reorganize that aspect of city government, according to Cumberland Mayor Ray Morriss.  The mayor pointed out to WCBC that Davis-Rogers did more than just her job description and the city may look to hire a city planner.

On Sunday, December 7, 2025 at approximately 12:51 AM, officers of the Cumberland Police Department responded to a business in the first block of N. Centre Street for an assault.  Police arrived and located the suspect who was later identified as Kyle McClintock.  McClintock was intoxicated and uncooperative with police.  When officers attempted to detain McClintock to investigate the assault complaint, he began obstructing their investigation by pulling away from them and creating a loud disturbance.  During the brief struggle, McClintock assaulted an officer resulting in damage to a police cruiser.  He was placed under arrest and transported to Central…

South Liberty Street will be closed Tuesday from 7:30AM - 9AM for a crane to put the HVAC system on top of the Wills hotel.  

On Friday, December 5, 2025, the Cumberland Police Department served an arrest warrant on Arthur Bunbasi Jr.  The warrant was issued as the result of an incident that occurred on November 9, 2025 in Frostburg, MD. Police filed for charges against Bunbasi at the District Court of Allegany County.  Bunbasi was arrested and later seen by a District Court Commissioner for a bond hearing.  At the conclusion, he posted a $2,500 unsecured personal bond. ARRESTED:  Arthur Tejeno Bunbasi Jr.   AGE:  27        Cumberland, MD CHARGES: Theft: $100 to under $1500, Theft less than $100, Obstructing & Hindering