BENCH WARRANT SERVED
On Friday, January 17, 2025, the Cumberland Police Department served a bench warrant on Caitlin Ziler. The warrant was issued as the result of Ziler failing to appear in court. She was originally charged with Driving without a license. Ziler was arrested and later seen by a District Court Commissioner. At the conclusion of the bond hearing, she was released on her personal recognizance. ARRESTED: Caitlin Nicole Ziler AGE: 28 Cumberland, MD
Possible Virtual Learning Day
In reviewing the long-range forecast, Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) is preparing for the possibility of a Virtual Learning Day on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. At the end of the day today, students will be sent home with all necessary learning materials. No call has been made at this time. A message will be sent through our regular media outlets and school system alerts no later than 6:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, on whether or not a virtual learning day will be utilized.
Fayette Street Arrest
On 01/17/2025 officers from the Cumberland Police Department and deputies from the Allegany County Sheriff’s Office were working a warrant apprehension grant. They attempted to arrest a subject with a felony arrest warrant in the 700 block of Fayette Street. The subject was able to barricade herself inside of her residence. Members of the Allegany County Special Operations Response Team as well as Crisis Negotiation Team responded to the scene. A perimeter was established and the negotiators began speaking with the wanted subject. The negotiators were able to successfully have the wanted subject exit the residence and surrender herself to…
WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT SUNDAY
National Weather Service has issued a WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 7 PM SUNDAY.. Heavy snow possible with total snow accumulations up to around 4 to 6 inches possible for portions of western Maryland, northwest Virginia, and panhandle West Virginia from late Saturday night through Sunday afternoon. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact travel. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
Westside police activity questions
Cumberland Police Department has not released a statement regarding police activity in the 700 block of Fayette Street Friday evening just before 6 p.m. Reports of increased law enforcement and a special response unit as well as questions of a firearm being used in a possible hostage situation and drugs remain unanswered. Cumberland Police Department has not responded to request for information regarding the westside incident.
Baltimore Avenue Trespassing, CDS arrest
On Friday, January 17, 2025 at approximately 10:56 AM, officers of the Cumberland Police Department responded to a residence in the 400 block of Baltimore Avenue to assist Code Enforcement. Police contacted Shane Sneathen inside the property. It was determined that nobody was allowed inside the residence. Sneathen was placed under arrest and searched. He was found to be in possession of suspected fentanyl and related drug paraphernalia. Sneathen was issued criminal citations and later released pending trial. ARRESTED: Shane Christopher Sneathen AGE: 36 Cumberland, MD CHARGES: Trespassing: Posted Property, CDS: Possession-Not Cannabis, CDS: Possess Paraphernalia
Open Your Home to a Foreign Exchange Student
Welcome a Lifelong Friend with World Heritage International Student Exchange Program. World Heritage, a Non-Profit, Public Benefit Organization, is seeking local families to host foreign exchange students this coming school year. World Heritage students come from a variety of countries worldwide: Italy, Denmark, Spain, France, Germany, Ukraine, Japan, Australia, to name just a few. They are between the ages of 15 and 18 years, and they are enthusiastic and excited to experience American culture, family life, school, sports. etc. They also love to share their own culture and language with their host families, who welcome the students into their home,…
Gov. Moore Signs Proclamation to Enshrine Reproductive Freedom in Maryland’s Constitution
Governor Wes Moore signed a proclamation officially enshrining into Maryland’s constitution “an individual’s fundamental right to reproductive freedom.” The constitutional amendment—sponsored by House Speaker Adrienne A. Jones and Senate President Bill Ferguson—passed by over three-quarters of Maryland voters on Election Day 2024, provides the highest level of protection of abortion rights. The governor was joined by First Lady Dawn Moore, Lieutenant Governor Aruna K. Miller, Senate President Bill Ferguson, House Speaker Adrienne A. Jones, and Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman for the signing of the proclamation. “Since day one of my administration, I have made clear my support for a woman’s…
Boards, Mastria Impress, Johnson Sets Top-10 Mark at Youngstown Invitational
Frostburg State Women's Track and Field took part in their first competition of 2025 at the Youngstown State Invitational on Friday. Junior Valerie Boards had one of the best days of the sprints group, qualifying for the 60m finals with a 7.93 in eighth place, then coming fourth in the 200m at 25.39, which was the top time among Division II schools. In the latter event, junior Claire Breighner set a new personal best time in 32.72. The distance events featured a trio of PR's set, first by freshman Keira Taylor in the 800m (2:41.06), then sophomore Emily Wishart in…
Senate President Ready to Tackle Energy Needs
State Senate President Bill Ferguson addressed the attendees at Friday’s PACE breakfast in Annapolis. Ferguson said that energy issues are vital in Maryland and the western part of the state will play a key role.