On August 7th, 2022, The Cumberland City Police responded to 12000 block of Willowbrook Rd for the report of an assault. Upon arrival, Officers contacted a female victim who advised they had been involved in an assault at their Potomac St residence. The victim advised that they had been involved in a verbal altercation with David Wayne Wolford, 39, of Cumberland MD. The victim advised that the argument began to escalate and they attempted to leave the residence. At that time, it is alleged that Wolford followed the victim and began to strike them in the head with a phone,…

On August 6th, 2022, at approximately 1500 hours, the Cumberland City Police responded to the area of North Liberty St for the report of a male subject who was seen exposing himself in public. Officers arrived on scene and located the male who was still exposed at this time. The subject was identified as Daniel Keith Gibson III, 26, of Cumberland MD. Gibson was issued a criminal citation for Disorderly Conduct and released, pending trial in District Court. Arrested: Daniel Keith Gibson III             Age: 26 Charges: Disorderly Conduct

Just before midnight, officers from the Cumberland City Police were conducting a traffic stop in the area of Greene and Baltimore St when they observed a Chevy Truck spin its wheels and approach them at a high rate of speed. The operator of the truck shouted to officers and asked if they could pass by, telling officers they had been shot at just a block prior to that location. Officers immediately checked the area and could find no problems or other witnesses. When officers on scene attempted to speak with the operator of the truck in more detail, they detected…

With the Rocky Gap Casino Resort taking a pass on a sportsbook operation- the city of Cumberland is hoping that some local businesses will consider taking a shot. Meanwhile, Maryland’s House Minority Leader continues to meet with Rocky Gap representatives operators about pursuing sports gaming. The Rocky Gap Casino has had a greenlight to apply for a retail  sportsbook license but has indicated to the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency it won’t be applying.  In May, the Cumberland Mayor and City Council made a move to encourage a sportsbook in town by voting to adopt zoning guidelines that would…

In  March, Florida  Governor Ron DeSantis signed the controversial "Parental Rights in Education" bill into law, prohibiting classroom discussion or instruction on sexual orientation and identity in kindergarten to third grade or in older grades in "a manner that is not age-appropriate or developmentally appropriate."  Maryland’s Republican nominee for governor, Delegate Dan Cox,  says if he is elected, he will do the same…

About three months before the General Election, Maryland Governor  Larry Hogan has been open about not supporting Republican nominee for governor Dan Cox, but he is not yet ready to say who he will support. Following a recent event,Hogan was asked about his possible successor but seemed to have little interest in discussing the subject saying that it was a great question and adding that we will find out in November. Cox will run against Democratic gubernatorial candidate Wes Moore and a Libertarian candidate in David Lashar. Hogan was quoted in July calling Cox a "QAnon whack job." He added…

Since 2020, riders have been allowed to drive their ATV and other off-road vehicles on most West Virginia roads, however that is not the case in neighboring Maryland. This has created some issues for Cumberland City Police as they routinely deal with numerous incidents of riders crossing the Blue Bridge from Ridgeley or from Short Gap into the city.  Cumberland  Police Chief Chuck Ternent a recent violator ended up in court… While there are exceptions in Allegany County, Chief Ternent says West Virginia laws definitely do not apply for Cumberland…  

The Allegany County Commissioners approved a homeless solutions program grant- which among other things provides rental assistance. Commissioners President Jake Shade said he fully supports this program which is a grant agreement with the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development. Earlier this summer he expressed frustration with a different state program that covered rent for individuals claiming continued fiscal issues resulting from COVID-19.  He said this new program has more requirements in place to ensure that no one is abusing or taking advantage of the system…

On 8/7/22 at 1503 hours TFC Hook from the McHenry Barrack stopped a 2010 Saturn Vue passenger vehicle, in Friendsville, Maryland,  for the driver not being restrained by a seatbelt.  The driver of the vehicle, Jimmie Dale Friend II (34 YOA) of Friendsville, MD, attempted to elude the Trooper before he came to a stop.  Upon contacting the driver, TFC Hook observed drug paraphernalia in plain view, inside the vehicle.  A subsequent search of the vehicle led to the discovery of fentanyl, heroin and methamphetamine along with additional CDS paraphernalia.  As a result, Friend was charged with possession of CDS…

Cumberland, MD, August 2022   Local churches, families and businesses are gearing up for another Unite Music Festival event set for Friday, August 26, at Central Assembly of God in Cumberland.  Gospel great Ernie Haase and Signature Sound will join K-Love recording artist Stars Go Dim, and local favorite, Generations.  Doors will open at 4pm.  Food will be available for purchase.  Due to limited seating, individuals interested in attending must obtain a ticket by visiting unitemusicfest.com or calling (301) 707-3100.  The price of tickets is $20.00 in advance for adults and $25.00 at the door until sold out.  Students of any…