Update at 9:45 a.m. Missing,Jordyn Aliza Yetter has been located.  The Cumberland Police Department would like to thank you for the assistance. The Cumberland City Police is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing juvenile female. Jordyn Aliza Yetter, 12 yo, 5’2”, 115 lbs, blonde hair, brown eyes, was last seen on September 6th, 2024, at approx. 6pm, in the area of Grand Ave in Cumberland. Jordyn does wear eye glasses. At this time, there is no clothing description available. Any persons with information regarding her whereabouts are asked to contact the Cumberland Police Department by calling 911 or (301)777-1600.a.m. 

Governor Wes Moore today announced the appointment of Cleveland L. Horton II as executive director for the Maryland Commission on Civil Rights. Horton’s appointment follows a diligent application and selection process, led in partnership with the commission. Maryland law provides for the governor to appoint an executive director from a list of names submitted by the commission after an independent interview and recommendation process. "Maryland is grateful for the distinguished service of Cleveland L. Horton II over the last four months, during a period of transition for the Commission on Civil Rights. His continued leadership at the helm of this…

The Maryland State Board of Elections (SBE) today warned Maryland voters to be vigilant of texting scams that are spreading disinformation about the 2024 Presidential General Election. Specifically, registered Maryland voters have reported receiving a text message that falsely claims that the voter is not registered and urges them to click on a weblink not associated with SBE. The text message reads: "URGENT: To vote in the upcoming election, you MUST be registered, but public records show you're not registered at [voter address]. Click the link to register before the deadline: md-voter.link/4VczM Reply Stop to end. AC" “Election scams are…

West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey on Friday led a coalition of 24 states in a letter to Congress offering the states’ “experiences and perspectives” regarding the implementation of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency of Waters of the United States (WOTUS) “conformed” rule. The House subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment has scheduled a hearing next week: Waters of the United States Implementation Post-Sackett [v. Environmental Protection Agency] Decision: Experiences and Perspectives. In 2023, the Attorney General led a 26-state coalition in an amicus brief to the Supreme Court in support of the petitioners, Michael and Chantell Sackett. In May 2023,…

The community is invited to join the City of Hagerstown on Saturday, September 7 for “Aaron Brooks’ Homecoming of Hope”, a celebration intended to honor Aaron and to inspire others by sharing the incredible story that has taken him from Hagerstown to places all around the world, and back to Hagerstown with the 86kg freestyle wrestling Olympic bronze medal around his neck. “What’s so amazing about his story is that it’s real,” Mayor Tekesha Martinez said.  “Aaron’s just 24, and yet he’s shown us all what can be accomplished when we embrace our roots, our faith, and hard work. His journey…

High School Gameday hosted by Garrett Eagan and Mike Allen previews the week's action in high school football action. High School Gameday brought to you by Bella Napoli Pizza Pasta Subs Greene Street – the official host and home of High School Gameday.     

Dillen Allen Smith, 30 of Flintstone, was served a District Court Bench Warrant for Violation of Probation. Smith’s original conviction was for Driving Vehicle While So far Impaired by Drugs Cannot Drive Safely. He was sentenced to a Fine of $307.50 and 3-years Unsupervised Probation Before Judgement (PBJ) and a suspended 60-days suspended sentence. Smith was released on his own recognizance on this matter, but is being held at this time at the Allegany County Detention Center on other charges. Heather Renee Sager, 31 of Cumberland, was served a Circuit Court Bench Warrant Violation of Probation. Sager’s original conviction was…

This week, the Mayor and City Council of Cumberland celebrated the retirement of employees Tim Amann, Terry Puffinberger, and Juli Davis. Amann retired with 48 years of service with the police department and municipal parking authority, and Puffinberger worked in the fire department for 34 years as a paramedic and equipment operator. Fire Chief Shannon Adams reviewed Davis’ 47-year career that started in 1977 with the City…     “She started in Finance first and then moved to HR and then in 1995 she moved over to the Fire Department where she has been as the administrative officer.  She handled…

On Thursday, September 5th, 2024 deputies with the Allegany County Sheriff's Office responded to the 14000 block of Ellerslie Road for a reported collision involving a motorcycle and SUV.  As a result of the collision, Robert Jeffrey Palmer (63 of Paw Paw, WV) was pronounced dead on the scene. A preliminary investigation conducted by the Sheriff's Office Crash Team revealed that for unknown reasons, Palmer crossed the centerline. Palmer then collided with a south bound vehicle. Paramedics with the Allegany County Department of Emergency Services attempted live saving efforts; however they were unsuccessful. The operator of the SUV was transported to UPMC, Cumberland for treatment of…