On Monday, December 13, 2021 the Cumberland Police were called to a business in the 600 block of N. Centre St, Cumberland for a report of a possible burglary. Upon arrival, officers spoke to the business owner who advised that the cash register was missing from the business. Officers were able to watch video footage of the suspect entering the business and stealing the cash register. The suspect was identified and charges are pending.
On Monday, December 13, 2021 the Cumberland Police responded to the 400 block of Chestnut St, Cumberland, for a report of an assault. Upon arrival officers contacted Malik Barnard Freeman, age 24, of Cumberland MD. Freeman was argumentative with officers and was impeding their ability to conduct an investigation into the assault. Freeman was in possession of a knife at the time. He was placed under arrest due to the disturbance he was creating. As officers were able to further their investigation it was learned that Freeman had assaulted a male at the residence. During the altercation, Freeman had obtained…
ACPS Bus #42 for Braddock Middle School will combine with ACPS Bus #58 in the AFTERNOON ONLY beginning today and until further notice. This change will result in students getting dropped off approximately 20 minutes later.
The holidays are a time for happiness and celebration, but also a time for scammers looking to deceive. Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh this week joined Sixth District Congressman David Trone with an update on somc common scams…
Maryland Department of Health’s website was subject to a cyberattack a week ago which left health department officials scrambling to find out the size of the security breach that forced the agency to take medical records down. The website was back in operation in short order but questions remain and the investigation continues. Governor Larry Hogan…
West Virginia Governor Jim Justice, during his latest coronavirus briefing, reported that he received an alarming text from Dr. Clay Marsh, the state’s top covid-19 pandemic adviser. Justice summarized by saying that with winter fast approaching- the situation is going to get worse before it gets better.
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced plans to stock 300,000 trout in Maryland waters. Preseason trout stocking begins this week. The annual stocking will be completed in three bursts, preseason from now through February and spring stocking March 14 –25 and April 18 – 29. Updates will be provided for all open locations once stocking is complete. All stocked locations that fall under a closure period will be announced prior to opening day on March 26, 2022. For updates, please visit the DNR website or sign up to get daily stocking notifications via email. Anglers may also call 800-688-3467 and press option #1 to get…
Distrric 1C Delegate Mike McKay issued the following statement concerning last week's special legislative session: "The past week I was in Annapolis during a Special Session in which we were to pass a Congressional Redistricting Plan. There were two plans put before the General Assembly for consideration. The first was from the non-partisan Maryland’s Citizen’s Redistricting Commission, and the other was from the Legislative Redistricting Advisory Commission (LRAC). "The LRAC was comprised of members of the General Assembly to draw Congressional District lines. While there were two Republicans present, the committee still drew a very partisan map that heavily…
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey urged those considering the holiday purchase of a pet to watch for deceptive offers as they choose a companion that best fits their family or situation. Dogs, cats and other animals appeal to people of all ages, especially at this time of the year, and there is no shortage of pets that need a home. However, anyone considering such a gift must proceed with caution. “It’s exciting to bring home a new pet and to consider all that comes with caring for a new animal companion,” Attorney General Morrisey said. “It’s important,…
ACPS Bus #87 to Mountain Ridge High School will be replaced by bus #141 for the morning pick-up ONLY for this week, December 13-17, 2021. There will be NO AFTERNOON TRANSPORTATION for Bus #87 students from December 13-17, 2021. We apologize for this inconvenience. If there is an issue, please contact the school. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
