A year after having to do a virtual version- the city of Cumberland’s holiday tree lighting ceremony returned live  Friday evening on the downtown mall. Despite frigid temperatures a large crowd was on hand for the festivities with Mayor Ray Morriss serving as Master of Ceremonies. Many downtown shops stayed open later for the occasion- and although there was social distancing guidelines in place, there was a visit from Santa Claus for the kids. 

On  Friday at approximately 7:20 PM the Cumberland City Police Department were dispatched to the 300 Block of Bedford Street for a hit and run. Officers spoke to the victim and they advised their vehicle was parked behind a red vehicle. When they went to leave they observed a dent in the front bumper with red paint transfer. If anyone has any information in this case please contact the Cumberland City Police at 301-777-1600 or email at cpd@cumberlandmd.gov; reference case number C2021-29698.

On Fridayt the Cumberland City Police Department served a Criminal Summons on Kelsi Sue May. On 10/17/2021 at approximately 2:00 AM an officer was administering field sobriety tests on a subject when May began yelling at the officer. May was not involved in the traffic stop at all and was only a passerby. The officer had to divert their attention multiple times to May and advise her not to interfere with the stop. The operator was subsequently arrested for driving under the influence and then officer was able to get May’s information. The officer applied for charges through the District…

Moderna COVID-19 booster vaccine appointments are available for Wednesday, December 1 at the Allegany County Fairgrounds.  Interested individuals can register for an appointment at health.maryland.gov/allegany.  In order to be eligible for the booster vaccine you must be age 18 or older and meet one of the following criteria: Received your second dose of Moderna or Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at least six months ago Received the single-dose Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) COVID vaccine at least two months ago   The Allegany County Health Department will also offer other COVID-19 vaccinations at the fairgrounds on a walk-in basis December 1 from 9…

On Thursday, the Cumberland Police Department served a criminal summons on Kaden Jean Crabtree charging him with disturbing the peace and disorderly conduct.  The summons was issued by District Court in reference to an incident that occurred back on November 21st, 2021 when officers responded for an assault complaint at an E. Second Street residence.  When officers arrived, Crabtree became argumentative and created a disturbance while officer attempted to investigate the complaint.  He signed and received copies of the charging documents and was released pending trial at District Court.   Kaden Jean Crabtree, age; 22, Cumberland, Maryland.

Gov. Larry Hogan thanked Marylanders for shopping and eating local by incorporating products that were grown, produced, or harvested in Maryland into their Thanksgiving meals. "This holiday season, be sure to say thanks to a local farmer, and consider shopping and eating local for your Thanksgiving dinner," Hogan said. "I want to wish you and your families a safe, happy, and blessed Thanksgiving." Agriculture continues to be Maryland's leading industry. The state is home to more than 160 turkey farms that sell approximately 100,000 turkeys annually. Maryland farmers harvest nearly 7,000 acres of potatoes, green beans, and pumpkins each year.

A year after having to do a virtual version- the city of Cumberland’s holiday tree lighting ceremony returned live  Friday evening on the downtown mall. Despite frigid temperatures a large crowd was on hand for the festivities with Mayor Ray Morriss serving as Master of Ceremonies. Many downtown shops stayed open later for the occasion- and although there was social distancing guidelines in place, there was a visit from Santa Claus for the kids. 

Former president Donald Trump has endorsed Maryland Del. Daniel Cox’s bid for the Republican nomination for governor. Trump’s endorsement this week brings national attention to the primary race and highlights two different visions for the Republican Party. In addition to fighting the certification of 2020 presidential election results, Cox sued Republican Gov. Larry Hogan to challenge stay-at-home orders. Trump took aim at Cox’s opponent Kelly Schulz, saying she was “handpicked by her ‘boss,’” Hogan, and calling him a “RINO” or ”Republican In Name Only.” Hogan responded by pointing to Trump’s loss in Maryland to now-President Joe Biden- and dismissed Cox…

Numbers are in for the 50th Annual CROP Walk for Hunger, which now involves both a hub event and people walking on their own, all to support local food banks in Allegany County. Sandy Cowan leads the team that organizes the walk, and stopped by WCBC with a report on the effort, and saluted those who participated…

When you spend money along Maryland’s Main Streets, you’re supporting local businesses and the historic properties that they steward. If you like window shopping on foot, trying new local restaurants, collecting art and antiques – and need to do some holiday shopping – then Small Business Saturday, held this weekend on November 27 is for you. In Cumberland the “Shop Small Win Big” contest will take place beginning on Small Business Saturday and run through December 19. Shoppers who purchase from small businesses during these dates will be eligible to win VISA gift cards in weekly drawings. Two free hours of downtown parking will…