Gov. Justice proposes 10% personal income tax cut Coming off the greatest year of revenue collections in state history, Gov. Justice announced Wednesday that he is proposing a permanent 10% cut of the personal income tax. Under the Governor’s proposal, the 10% tax cut will be retroactive to the beginning of the 2022 calendar year, putting $250 million back in the pockets of West Virginians. The Governor announced that he will call a Special Session of the West Virginia Legislature to coincide with this month’s interim meetings on July 24-26 to allow legislators to vote on his proposal. Read More…

MEDIA ADVISORY: Governor Hogan to Appear on NBC’s Meet the Press ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Hogan is scheduled to appear live on the following program tomorrow morning: 9:00 AM: Governor Hogan will appear live on NBC’s Meet the Press. Check local listings for airtimes.

  On Friday, July 8, 2022, the Cumberland Police Department served a bench warrant on Anthony Talbert Sr. The warrant was issued as a result of Talbert violating his probation. He was originally charged with Disorderly Conduct. Talbert was arrested and transported to Central Booking. Talbert was later seen by a District Court Commissioner and remanded to the Allegany County Detention Center on a $500 bond.   ARRESTED: Anthony Clayton Talbert Sr. AGE: 41 Cumberland, MD    

The 33rd Annual Adopt-A-Highway (AAH) Volunteer Appreciation Day Picnic is set for Saturday, August 6 at Pipestem Resort State Park. The state departments of Environmental Protection (WVDEP) and Transportation (DOT) will host the day-long celebration of active volunteers who pick up litter along West Virginia's highways. Festivities begin at 9 a.m. with bingo, arts and crafts, children's games, and other activities. Pre-registration is required. Attendees will enjoy a complimentary catered lunch at noon, followed by the presentation of the annual AAH awards and the 2022 Adopt-A-Highway Volunteer of the Year. Active volunteers and AAH groups can call 1-800-322-5530 or email dep.aah@wv.gov to…

Senators offer condolences to the people of Japan after shocking assassination of the former leader   WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Ben Cardin (D-Md.) and Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), chair and ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on State Department and USAID Operations, announced Friday that they would introduce a Senate resolution honoring Shinzo Abe, the former Prime Minister of Japan, who was assassinated at a political rally earlier in the day. In April of this year, Cardin and Hagerty traveled to Japan and were honored to meet with the former Prime Minister to further strengthen the strong alliance between the U.S….

Maryland is full of outdoor adventures, and getting out on the water is one of the most enjoyable. Being the captain of your own vessel can be a thrill and a learning experience for our younger anglers, under the watchful eye of adults tagging along and capturing those special moments. Remember that hot weather creates tough conditions for striped bass survival. During the open portion of the summer season, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources will run its striped bass fishing advisory forecast so anglers can better plan their fishing to lessen mortalities. Forecast Summary: July 6 – July 12: Sunny, warm, and…

Governor Larry Hogan today announced that, through the state’s Connect Maryland initiative, the Office of Statewide Broadband has awarded more than $127.6 million to local jurisdictions, Internet Service Providers, educational, and community organizations to increase high-speed internet access and affordability. The funding will help provide broadband service to an estimated 15,000 households that are currently unserved or underserved while specific education grants will both expand infrastructure and provide wireless devices and equipment to Maryland’s K-12 students. The governor made the announcement while kicking off a series of events in Harford County to highlight administration initiatives and accomplishments. “Last summer, we…

As life returns to more of a sense of normalcy following two years of canceled events and separation from loved ones, more activities are returning to our communities.  Participating in summer activities like traveling, getting together with family and friends, and attending events is important for mental and physical health and well-being, and you can enjoy all that the summer has to offer while staying safe from COVID-19 by following a few simple guidelines.    ·        Be aware of the current spread of COVID in your community or in areas you are traveling to.  COVID Community Levels can be found…

Day one of early voting in Allegany County was relatively slow with 139 regular ballots and 4 provisional ballots.  The breakdown for the regular ballots is as follows:   Rep – 93 Dem – 42 Una – 4

On May 25, 2022 Officers of the Cumberland Police Department served a Criminal Summons on Katherine Louise Legeer for Theft less than $100.00. The District Court issued a criminal summons, on July 5, 2022. The original incident was investigated by the Cumberland Police. Officers determined that Ms. Legeer removed an electronic device Valued at $100.00 from another subject. Ms. Legeer was served the summons pending a trial date. Arrest: Legeer, Katherine Louise, Age 32, Cumberland Maryland Charges: Theft less than $100.00   On July 7, 2022 Officers of the Cumberland Police Department served two Criminal Summonses on John Tyler Brennan….