The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration – NOAA – expects an above normal season of major weather events this hurricane season. While this area usually only experiences heavy rains, preparing for storms ahead of time should include stocking up on essentials, checking the outside of your home, and staying tuned to weather updates. Steve Powell, who works with Sedgwick Claims Management, says planning ahead is key…    “Food supply, water supply. You should always have your medications. You should always know how to access your insurance policy information. But you should also have an established plan for taking care of…

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The Mayor and City Council of Cumberland will meet in public session beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the 2nd floor Conference Room of City Hall on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 for the purpose of immediately closing the meeting to discuss personnel matters in regard to the recruitment of a Chief of Police and to receive advice from the City Solicitor regarding whether the entrance road to Woodlawn Cemetery is a public right of way. Authority to close the session is provided by Sections 3-305(b)(1)(i), (b)(3) and (b)(7) of the General Provisions Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland. The Open…

Governor Wes Moore on Saturday delivered the keynote address during the closing session of the 2025 Maryland Association of Counties summer conference in Ocean City. The governor spoke about progress made by the Moore-Miller Administration, and outlined the path forward to secure Maryland’s future amid federal headwinds.   Excerpts from Governor Moore’s speech as prepared:  “You’ve seen the headlines: Mass layoffs, higher prices, universities under attack, mass deportations, cuts to programs like food assistance and health care – just to pay for big tax breaks for billionaires.” [...] “Look, I understand that some people view Maryland as a ‘deep-blue state.’…

On August 16th, 2025 at approximately 12:00 p.m., the Cumberland Police Department responded to an address on Pulaski Street for a complaint of trespassing. Upon arrival officers located Lisa Flor Breiterman inside the address that was conspicuously posted, "No Trespassing. uninhabitable for human habitation," by the City of Cumberland. Breiterman was placed under arrest and issued a citation for trespassing. She was then released pending trial at District Court.    NAME: Lisa Flor Breiterman  AGE: 47 Cumberland, MD   CHARGE: Trespassing on posted property

W.Va. State Treasurer Larry Pack, who serves as Chairman of the Hope Scholarship Board, today announced Hope Scholarship first semester funding is available for participating students to use for the 2025-2026 academic year. “My Office is excited to award our Hope families with these funds so they can begin finding the education that fits their child’s unique needs,” Treasurer Pack said. “Participants now have access to make purchases through the program’s online portal. We encourage families to take steps now to select their classes and educational materials for the upcoming school year.” For existing Hope Scholarship participants, the account holders…

At the request of the Trump administration, Governor Patrick Morrisey has directed the West Virginia National Guard (WVNG) to support the President’s initiative to restore cleanliness and safety to Washington, D.C. Under the command of West Virginia Adjutant General Maj. Gen. Jim Seward, the WVNG will deploy troops to the nation’s capital as a show of commitment to public safety and regional cooperation. WVNG involvement will include providing mission-essential equipment, specialized training, and approximately 300-400 skilled personnel as directed. The mission will be funded at the federal level. The WVNG remains steadfast in its commitment to its longstanding National Capital…

On August 16th, 2025, at approximately 0130 hours an officer observed a vehicle fail to stop at a clearly marked stop sign on Columbia Avenue. The officer conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle and made contact with the driver, Davian Isaiah Little. Little showed signs of impairment and smelled of an alcoholic beverage. He was offered Standardized Field Sobriety tests and based on the officer’s observations was placed under arrest for DUI/DWI. He was transported to CPD headquarters and issued citations prior to being released. NAME: Davian  AGE: 24  Cumberland, MD CHARGES: Driving while impaired by alcohol, Driving under…

The Wills Hotel construction continues with scaffolding planned in Merchants Alley for August 18th – 22nd. They will post signage for a detour walking route. 

In partnership with Living Cities and supported by the Truist Foundation, Main Street America is proud to announce the launch of a new video series exploring the Breaking Barriers to Business (B3) initiative. The series shines a light on small business corridors across the Southeast, starting in Nashville, Tennessee, where local entrepreneurs are leading community transformation from the ground up. In its debut episode, visit vibrant and historically rich neighborhoods like Nolensville Pike, Bordeaux, and Jefferson Street to hear directly from small business owners, city leaders, and advocates who are working to create and support resilient economies. Their stories reveal…