On August 28, 2024, Cumberland Police Department responded to the area of Boone Street in reference to a disturbance. Officers could hear loud arguing coming from inside a residence. Officers made contact with a victim, who advised Joseph Garris, stole money from her and does not have permission to be at the residence. Officers learned that Joseph was currently out on pretrial release due to a domestic assault between him and the victim. Joseph’s pretrial release conditions are not to have contact, harass, or enter the residence. Officers placed Joseph under arrest and transported him to Central Booking where he…

On August 28, 2024, Cumberland Police Department responded to the 500 block of Marshall Street in reference to a disturbance. Upon arrival officers made contact with the victim, who advised of a male threatening her with a paint can. Officers spoke with other witnesses who stated the male was yelling and chasing the victim in the street. The male was identified as Christopher Emerson and was placed under arrest. Christopher was taken to Central Booking where he is currently awaiting a bond hearing. Arrested: Christopher Emerson Age: 35 Cumberland, MD Charges: 2nd Degree Assault, Disorderly Conduct and Disturbing the Peace.

On August 28, 2024, Cumberland Police Department responded to the 400 block of Baltimore Avenue in reference to a domestic assault complaint. Upon officers arrival contact was made with the victim who stated she had been assaulted by Mark Cosner. Prior to Mark being placed under arrest a search of his person was conducted and drug paraphernalia and ammunition was located. Officer’s later learned through The Maryland Gun Center that Mark is prohibited from possessing ammunition. Mark was transported to Central Booking where he is currently awaiting a bond hearing. Arrested: Mark Cosner Age:52 Cumberland, MD Charges: 2nd Degree Assault, Illegal Possession of…

Frostburg is recognizing Military Appreciation Day on Saturday, August 31st with a Military Appreciation Parade.  The parade will begin at 11am at the top of Main Street.  The parade is dedicated to past and present service men and women.  Air Force Technical Sergeant Shykana (SH-KONNA) Copeland came to Allegany County back in February as a recruiter in LaVale and saw a need to promote the military to Allegany’s high school and college students… "I wanted to show them basically people who have been through the military have retired or proud to have served. I know that August 31st is recognizing…

The Western Maryland Area Health Education Center has received a $4.5 million dollar grant to support a regional health initiative in Allegany and Garrett counties.  Working with partners in health and health services, the Health Equity Resource Communities grant will resolve health inequities in the rural areas of Western Maryland. Melissa Clark, AHEC West Associate Director, said applying for the grant was a collaborative effort that started last fall… "We're all sitting there. We're like, "well why aren't  we doing this as a collaborative effort for Western Maryland?" So, we started in October it was submitted,  I want to say,  like…

Mountain Maryland Trails will host the 7th annual 3M Challenge on the Great Allegheny Passage September 14th. Cyclists challenge the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad train individually or in teams of up to six as it climbs from Cumberland to Frostburg. Funds raised support projects on the Maryland portion of the GAP trail. The deadline to sign up is September 1. Larry Brock, Chairman of the 3M Challenge and President of Mountain Maryland Trails says anyone willing to compete with a train can do so – contact him at lbrock@gapselfstorage.net… "Somebody that's comfortable riding a bicycle from Cumberland to Frostburg in…

Even before the first car rolls up Baltimore Street, area residents will know that the reimagined downtown Cumberland is serious about being clean and green.  The Mayor and City Council recently passed an ordinance that bans smoking on Baltimore Street to protect both citizens and their investment. Downtown Development Director Melinda Kelleher tells WCBC News that the ordinance was borne out of seeing the messes left behind by smokers…   "We have had just an inordinate amount of cigarette butts all over street even during construction and it was probably worse than because they were in a more concentrated area…

On August 28, 2024, Cumberland Police Department served a bench warrant on Shawn Holloway. The warrant was issued as a result of failing to appear for his trial date on July 22, 2024. Shawn was placed under arrest and transported to Central Booking where he is currently awaiting a bond hearing.   Arrested: Shawn Holloway Age: 30 Cumberland, MD

With Labor Day coming up, Barton Hose Company is urging residents to download the “what3words” app for their mobile devices. The app divides the world into a grid system, with each square on the grid having a unique three-word code. By downloading the app, individuals will be able to pinpoint their specific position, ensuring accurate tracking in remote locations if an emergency should arise while hiking, biking or using a side-by-side.

A public listening session for Allegany County residents will start at 3:30 this afternoon to share thoughts, experiences and help residents understand the best ways to provide support for local moms and their babies. Sponsored by the Maryland Department of Health, it will be an opportunity for the county to review their ongoing maternity initiatives with those attending. The event will be in the main conference room at the LaVale branch of the Allegany County Library at 815 National Highway.