On Monday, April 11, 2022 the Cumberland Police Department served two bench warrants on Joshua Buzzard.  The warrants were issued as a result of Buzzard failing to appear for his court cases.  In one case, he was originally charged with Theft $100 to under $1500 and in the other case, he was originally charged with Malicious Destruction Property less than $1000.  Buzzard was released on his personal recognizance. ARRESTED:  Joshua Ray Buzzard     AGE: 42           Cumberland, MD     On Monday, April 11, 2022 the Cumberland Police Department served three bench warrants on Justin Parr.  The warrants were issued as a result…

As you travel through downtown Cumberland especially over by City Hall be sure to check out Giarritta park. UPMC Western Maryland donated two lights that at one time graced the entrance of Allegany Hospital on Decatur Street.    Let's Beautify Cumberland on Friday along with City street department workers Jason and Brandon moved the historic lights to the park on North Center Street. Giarritta park was named after Dr Nick Giarritta who began his career in Cumberland at the Allegany hospital. Ed Mullaney from Let's Beautify Cumberland  

Downtown Cumberland has two family friendly events this Saturday April 16th just in time for Easter.  Easter Bunny will be at the McCoury stage from 11:00am till 1:00pm to visit with children and pose for photos. The first 300 children will receive an Easter goodies bag. Chalk it up to Civility, a community collaboration will kick off this Saturday at 10:30am at the McCurry stage of Baltimore Street. Participants are encouraged to use sidewalk chalk to create a message and works of art to express shared positive values. The first 100 families will receive a free chalk kit. The goal of…

As the 2022 session of the Maryland General Assembly wound down, Governor Larry Hogan said he is disappointed that lawmakers wouldn't act to extend the suspension of the gasoline tax…     The 30 days supension is due to expire on April 16. In the meantime, District 1C Delegate Mike McKay is hopeful the tax will be extended through another avenue…  

Unless there is a special session, the legislative careers of District 1 Senator George Edwards and Delegate Wendell Beitzel ended at midnight last night with the conclusion of the 2022 session of the Maryland General Assembly.   Late last week, Senate President Bill Ferguson gave Edwards the opportunity to wrap up his 40 years in Annapolis, which included 24 in the House and 16 in the Senate. Edwards told his colleagues that he would miss them personally, but wouldn't miss some of the political back and forth that has become part of the job…  

The Cumberland City Police Department would like to announce the following street closures and parking restrictions that will take place for the family-friendly events in the downtown area on Saturday, April 16, 2022. Liberty Street between Frederick Street and Pershing Street. Centre Street between Pershing Street and Frederick Street. Street and parking restrictions are expected from 9:00am until 2:00pm.

On April 10th, 2022 officers of the Cumberland Police Department served an arrest warrant on George Lester Harman Jr.  The warrant is related to an assault incident that occurred in the area of Pulaski Street on April 10th, 2022. During that incident the victim reported that Harman had choked them.  Officers observed visible injuries, consistent with the victim’s statement.  The victim was transported to UPMC for further evaluation.  Based upon the officer’s investigation, an application for charges against Harman was completed and an arrest warrant was issued by District Court.  Harman was taken to Central Booking and ultimately remanded to…

With fantasy sports betting expanding in Maryland- the Cumberland Mayor and City Council has taken action that will define the activity as a permitted use in all city zones other than residential.  The state has 30 licenses that eventually will be awarded- with the priority being female or minority owned operations. Mayor Ray Morriss said the city action simply allows interested businesses to apply- the state actually selects the licensee…

States Attorney James Elliot has asked county officials for funding that would provide an increase in staffing to battle escalating drug crime in Allegany County. Elliott said the recent spike in drugs has been significant and the numbers are astronomical- particularly when compared to counties with much greater populations…

Maryland’s fiscal picture is as healthy as it has been in recent memory- leaving Allegany County officials perplexed as to why $21,000 in funding was cut from the local library system. The loss of funds combined with some staffing issues has led to speculation that libraries in the Georges Creek area may see a reduction in hours of operation. John Taube, director of the library system, said the community is rallying in support of their community libraries and are letting county officials know just how important they are…