Cocaine, crack cocaine, methamphetamines, fentanyl and marijuana are routinely passing through Allegany County- but the message from the Sheriff’s Department to those drug traffickers is clear: be on notice,  as enhanced efforts are leading to a spike in arrests. During a recent meeting of the Allegany County Commissioners, the sheriff’s department presented drug arrests statistics from the first six months of 2022…                                                                              …

While many Democrats and Republicans alike are writing off Dan Cox as a non-factor in Maryland’s Gubernatorial General Election in November- the Democratic nominee Wes Moore is not one of them. Moore was somewhat of a surprise winner of last week’s primary, besting Tom Perez who had served as President Obama’s Secretary of Labor, and longtime Comptroller Peter Franchot. Because Cox is seen as a Donald Trump loyalist, he is viewed by most political analysts as having no chance of winning  a general election in a state that is 2-1 Democrat. Maryland’s current Republican Governor Larry Hogan is among those…

One of the oldest and tallest buildings in Cumberland has been sold, with the new owners looking at a variety of uses for the structure. Pastor Fred Timbrook and his wife Kristen have purchased the Lila Building at 81-83 Baltimore Street and an adjacent parking lot.  The six story building, for many years, housed Liberty Bank . The transaction to buy the building from Global Marketing Systems was finalized at the end of June. Mr Timbrook tells WCBC News he and his wife foresee a a mixed use for the building with upper story loft apartments part of the plan with…

General Washington's Collation a Heritage day prevent takes place tonight at the Gordon Roberts house from 6 – 9 pm. An elegant evening of food and music featuring preeminent actor/historian John Koopman. A physical match for the Father of Our Country, Mr. Koopman's knowledge of Washington's life, his personality, courage and horsemanship thrilled attendees at last year's Heritage Days Wills Creek Muster. Combine that with the international class music of the Firebird String Quartet and colonial food provided by Wholesome Harvest from Frostburg and you've added a true night to remember to your social calendar. Heritage Days is one of…

The Cumberland Times News reports a Romney man remained jailed Thursday, two days after he was arrested for allegedly making terrorist threats on Twitter against Gov. Jim Justice, Vice President Kamala Harris and other elected officials over the state's abortion issue, according to the West Virginia Department of Homeland Security. Michael Edward Herman, 35, was apprehended during a traffic stop on U.S. Route 50 in the Augusta area. He was being held Thursday at the Potomac Highlands Regional Jail in lieu of $30,012 full cash bond. The arrest warrant was issued in Kanawha County.  In addition to Justice and Harris, Herman also allegedly…

Today, U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) announced the Senate passage of the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 (S. 4136) including key priorities he worked to secure in the legislation for Maryland. The legislation as a whole authorizes much-needed investments in our nation’s water infrastructure including to support clean drinking water and healthy communities, improve our environment, and strengthen our economy. For Maryland, the bill includes key resources to ensure our shipping channels and other waterways remain clear and accessible for navigation, support local water infrastructure projects, and fund Chesapeake Bay watershed environmental restoration, among others.   “Investing in…

Maryland State Police are asking for the public’s assistance identifying a man who was found last week walking alone along a Baltimore County highway. At 9 p.m. on July 22, troopers responded to reports of a white male who was walking alone on Interstate 795 in the area of Owings Mills Boulevard in Baltimore County.  The man, who was described as having a slim build and was only wearing black shorts, required medical attention and was unable to remember his name or contact information for family members.  The man was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment, but is…

Gov. Jim Justice today declared a State of Emergency for Fayette, Greenbrier, Logan, McDowell, Mingo, and Wyoming counties after severe thunderstorms with associated heavy rains and high winds this week caused significant local flooding, downed trees, power outages, disruption to potable water systems, and road blockages. As part of this State of Emergency declaration, the Governor has directed the West Virginia Emergency Management Division (WVEMD) to implement the West Virginia Emergency Operations Plan as necessary, mobilize appropriate personnel and resources to respond to the emergency, and facilitate the provision of essential emergency services. 

Beginning Monday, August 1 the City of Cumberland Water Department will be replacing the 6" water main on Avondale Avenue from Williams Street to Kent Avenue. NO PARKING signs will be placed in active work zones during working hours.  Please plan to take alternate routes.  Parking will be limited throughout the duration of the project.

Bob Thompson, a longtime teacher and music director and the husband of WCBC’s Andee Thompson,  passed away early Thursday morning following a brief illness. Born in Keyser, utlimately moved to Cumberland where he taught 42 years in the local school system at Washington Middle and later Fort Hill High School. Bob was a graduate of Bruce High School Class of 1975, and also graduated from Potomac State College and Fairmont State University. He recently retired from Allegany County Public Schools. While working at Fort Hill he served as the Choral and Drama Director and was also the Sentinelette Advisor for several years.Friends will be…