The Rotary Club of Cumberland will accept allocation requests now until July 31, 2025 that help support local organizations and programs. Cumberland Rotarians raise funds through the collection of dues and through annual fundraising efforts. In 2024-2025, Rotary provided allocations totaling $8,200 to a variety of organizations. These include: Allegany Arts Council, Allegany County Animal Shelter, Allegany County Habitat for Humanity, Allegany County Historical Society, Inc., A*Star 4-H Robotics Club, Beyond the State Foundation, Inc., Bikes for the World, Bruce Learning Center, CASA of Western Maryland, County United Way, Inc., Cumberland Cultural Foundation, Embassy Theatre Corporation, Evergreen Heritage Center Foundation,…

Today is Flag Day in the United States.  Flag Day officially began in the U.S. in 1916 under President Woodrow Wilson.  The day was officially recognized by Congress in 1949.  The Frostburg Elks will hold a ceremony this evening at 6 p.m.

In the past appointments to the Allegany County Library Board were routine and without fanfare.  With controversy swirling over library decision-making that process is garnering plenty of attention this summer.  There will be two vacancies on the board and the Allegany County Commissioners indicated at their Thursday meeting that they will take a much more active role in the process this year.

The Mineral County Fair begins Tuesday in Fort Ashby.  The 75th annual event is sponsored by the Fort Ashby Volunteer Fire Company.

  **ADULT ARREST** On Friday, June 13th, 2025, the Cumberland Police Department arrested Adrienne Marcel Thomas, 53, of Cumberland, MD. Thomas was arrested on an active Bench Warrant issued by the Allegany County District Court on October 22nd, 2024. On that date, it is alleged that Thomas failed to appear in District Court for a previous charge of CDS possession, not marijuana. Thomas was taken before a District Court Commissioner for an Initial Appearance, where she was released on her own recognizance. ARRESTED -  Adrienne Marcel Thomas,     B/F 53 yo CHARGES -  Bench Warrant-Failure to Appear. **ADULT ARREST** On Friday, June…

The Maryland Transportation Authority has announced several lane closures are in store next week for the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.  The lane closures will take place between June 15 and 21.  Officials said closures may change and times are depending on traffic volumes and other factors.

Two Somerset women were killed Thursday when their vehicle was hit by a train in Rockwood.  The accident occurred at 10:30 a.m. and investigators say crossing gates were functioning properly.  The deceased have been identified as Susan Spangler, 67, and Deloris Latshaw, 85.

Missing Neroli Mae has been located and she is safe.  The Cumberland Police Department would like to thank the public for its assistance in the matter.    

The Enough Act, passed by the Governor Moore administration, is working to create opportunities in neighborhoods where more than 30% of children are living in poverty.  Cumberland Mayor Ray Morriss recently talked with WCBC about efforts of agencies including HRDC, the Local Management Board, and the Department of Social Services to get funding for programs in the South Penn and John Humbird areas. Morriss encourages residents in these areas to answer informational surveys that are being distributed…   “You know you have a lot of people who will say they want something from the city or they want something to…

The Cumberland Mayor and City Council will be holding back-to-back Closed Work sessions on Monday, June 16.  Beginning at 4pm, the first meeting is to receive an update regarding the Messick Road business development site, and the second meeting is to discuss issues pertaining to an employee’s work performance and to consult with the City Solicitor regarding a proposal for the settlement of potential litigation.