Police are on the lookout for a Cumberland man who allegedly attempted to suffocate a woman early Monday at a residence in the 23000 block of McMullen Highway, according to the Allegany County Sheriff's Office. Donald Dewayne Corbin, 37, was wanted on charges of attempted first-degree murder, first-degree assault and related charges. A warrant was issued for his arrest Tuesday in district court. Corbin reportedly fled the residence following the incident and prior to the arrival of deputies. The victim suffered injuries to her face and neck, police said. Corbin should be considered armed and dangerous, according to the sheriff's…

The Cumberland Police served an Arrest Warrant on Michael Eric Smith, age 31 of Cumberland, MD.  The warrant charged Smith with Violation of Probation for an original Second Degree Assault charge.  He was taken to Central Booking where he is being held without bond.  Arrested:  Micheal Eric Smith  Age:  31  Cumberland, MD Charges:  Violation of Probation     The Cumberland Police served an Arrest Warrant on Matthew Scott Lewis, age 39, of Cumberland, MD.  The warrant charged Lewis with Violation of Probation for an original Second Degree Assault charge.  He was taken to Central Booking for his initial appearance before…

The National Republican Congressional Committee has added Representative David Trone to its 2022 target list. Trone is the only member of Maryland’s U.S. House delegation on the list of now 70 Democratic representatives that the NRCC considers “vulnerable” for 2022. Trone himself acknowledged in a statement this week that the newly redrawn  congressional map alters the voter demographics of the sixth district significantly and could very definitely have an impact on his re-election efforts. Washington County Delegate Neil Parrott, a Republican, is challenging for the seat and he tells WCBC News that the new map creating a more balanced district will…

Although Maryland Governor Larry Hogan continues to downplay speculation that he is planning a run for the White House in 2024- he has become a regular on the national news shows routinely appearing on CNN, FOX and MSNBC- most often commenting on national issues. On CNN's State of the Union, Hogan, a Republican, reacted  to a federal judge saying former President Trump 'more likely than not' committed a crime on January 6… Turning his attention to the Biden administration, he said while the recent  jobs report was strong, inflation is out of control and many people are still  economically stressed……

The Allegany County Board of Education headlines Thursday’s second round of budget hearings from outside agencies presenting to the county commissioners. 99% of the school board’s budget comes from state and county coffers. Financé director Larry McKenzie says while  the superintendent’s budget request maintains the status quo of $31.8 million from the county-  with the General Assembly remaining in session through Monday- there remains the possibility for change in the coming days…

During Tuesday’s briefing, West Virginia Governor Jim Justice reported that there are now just 263 active cases of COVID-19 statewide; the lowest daily active case total since the first full month of the pandemic.  Over the past two months, total active cases have decreased by more than 98.7%. West Virginia’s County Alert Map once again features all 55 of the state’s counties in the Green category…

Negotiations to secure a developer for the 19 Frederick Street building have broken off-  and city officials now plan to start from scratch by way of a new request for proposals.The Cumberland Economic Development Corporation issued a request for proposals from developers last  September and received 23 letters of interest laying out ideas for the building. One proposal ultimately emerged as a front runner with plans for a beverage and hospitality related business. Mayor Ray Morriss confirmed during Tuesday’s city council work session that the developer deemed the project too costly a venture and has decided to end negotiations…

In February, after her indictment charges, Baltimore City State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby requested a speedy trial. On Friday, court documents showed she wanted it postponed to September, and the new date has been granted. According to documents obtained by WBAL, the change was made "at the request of the Defense and for good cause shown." Mosby's attorney, Scott Bolden, alleges the U.S. Attorney's Office is engaged in a rolling production, which does not allow his client enough time to start the trial in May. The new trial date is Sept. 19. In January, a federal grand jury returned the indictment Thursday charging…

TRANSIT: FACE MASKS are still required on all forms of public transit until APRIL 18.  

Please join us on Saturday, April 9, 2022, from 5 – 7 p.m. for the opening reception of the Student Art Showcase, where you will be treated to work by students from elementary, middle, and high school art programs across the county. Meet the students and teachers who are keeping visual art alive in our schools! Prizes will be awarded. The Gilchrist Gallery is located at 104 Washington Street, Cumberland, MD. Parking for the event is being donated by St. Paul’s Lutheran Church at 15 N. Smallwood Street on the corner of Smallwood and Washington Streets, across from the gallery….