On Friday, June 6, 2025, the Cumberland Police Department served a bench warrant on Dame’Ra Davis.  The warrant was issued as the result of Davis failing to appear in court on an original charge of Trespass: Private Property.  Davis was arrested and transported to Central Booking where she is currently being held awaiting her initial appearance. ARRESTED:  Dame’Ra Davis          AGE: 25           Cumberland, MD BENCH WARRANT SERVED On Friday, June 6, 2025, the Cumberland Police Department served a bench warrant on Jason Kaufman.  The warrant was issued as the result of Kaufman failing…

The automotive training program at ACM has received ASE Training Program accreditation by the ASE Education Foundation. To achieve this coveted recognition, the school’s automotive training program underwent rigorous evaluation by the ASE Education Foundation. Nationally accepted standards of excellence in areas such as instruction, facilities, and equipment were used. “This is great news for automotive-minded young people and their parents,” said Michael Coley, ASE Education Foundation President. “Because this program increases cooperation between local education and industry leaders, it gives added assurance that ACM’s graduates will be employable entry-level technicians. As a result of the quality education provided by…

Garrett County Sheriff's Office is seeking information relating to multiple thefts from vehicles in the Grantsville area that occurred on May 20, 2025. The suspects then cashed checks and obtained money from the victims' accounts in Somerset, Pennsylvania, on May 21, 2025. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Pritt at the Garrett County Sheriff's Office at 301-334-1911.  

Friday afternoon’s thunderstorms caused a number of electrical failures in the community. Downed trees and electrical lines kept fire crews and Potomac Edison linemen responding to over 2,000 reports of power outages. A large number of those residents without power live in the North End of Cumberland. Power was restored just before 3 a.m. Saturday morning. WCBC's transmitter site on Wills Mountain was one of those affected by the electrical failure. Transmission and distribution crews remain out restoring power to 160 residents and businesses throughout Allegany County today.

Three new businesses held their ribbon cuttings and grand openings this past week in downtown Cumberland. The fabulously renovated Arcadian Gallery at 47 Baltimore Street opened its doors on Saturday, dedicated to showcasing art that reflects beauty and complexity of the natural world. arcadiangallery.com. On Thursday the Queen City Cigar Company had its ribbon cutting at 114 South Centre Street on the second floor. The remodeled space has a large selection of cigars for purchase. Customers purchasing cigars in the shop are welcome to use the lounge. Membership packages are also available with private humidor storage. On Friday the Liberty Street…

North Centre Street Cumberland is hosting “BarbFest” a community celebration of life for Barbara Buehl today from 7-10 PM with an evening of family, friends, food and music under the stars. 6-9 PM – Gilbert Lee & The Ghost on the Radio Centre St Collective Inside Stage 7-9 PM – The High and Wides Ferleman’s Outside City Stage 9-10:30 PM – Megan Jean with Folk ‘Em All Trio Ferleman’s Outside City Stage Soloists: 7-9 PM – Jack Kilgallen – Pepper on a Plate Dining Room 7-9 PM – Benjamin E Brooks – Ottaviani Tasting Room 7-9 PM – Rick Krauss…

The Cumberland Police Dept in conjunction with the Combined County Criminal Investigations Unit is currently investigating a series of motor vehicle thefts that have occurred throughout various areas of the City of Cumberland. Person(s) unknown are entering vehicles that have been unlocked and are taking the vehicles from various residences. Anyone with any information is asked to contact the Cumberland Police Department at 301-777-1600 or C3I at 301-777-0326. Callers can also contact the Allegany/Mineral County Crime Solvers by submitting a tip at allegany-mineralcountycrimesolvers.com or by calling 301-722-4300. Callers can remain anonymous and information leading to an arrest may result in…

West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is warning members of the public not to fall for a text message payment scam that is making the rounds. People have been contacting the DMV about receiving texts threatening to take action if they don’t pay an outstanding toll account. “West Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles Final notice,” the phony texts read. “Our system shows that your toll account is still unpaid. According to West Virginia Administrative Code 15C-16.003, if you fail to pay the outstanding amount by June 5, the Department of Motor Vehicles will initiate formal enforcement proceedings starting June…

Five seniors from Mountain Ridge have earned the prestigious Seal of Biliteracy in Spanish. To receive this distinction, students must demonstrate proficiency in both Spanish and English across four key areas: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Each of these students completed four years of Spanish during their high school career. “We are incredibly proud of the dedication and perseverance demonstrated by each of these students,” said Joseph Brewer, Supervisor of World Languages for ACPS. “Mrs. Malec-McMillan has done an exceptional job of equipping her students with advanced language skills while fostering a deep passion for language learning.”  L-R: Macey Clark,…

On May 13, devastating flash flooding tore through Western Allegheny County in Western Maryland, causing tens of millions of dollars in property damage and leaving families in crisis. While thankfully no lives were lost, many residents remain without access to clean drinking water. Homes and businesses are still caked in several inches of mud and debris, and children are frightened by every new rainfall. The response by the community as well as local, state and federal officials has been amazing but more work needs done and people still need help. In response, UFCW Local 27 — representing approximately 1,000 working…