On Sunday afternoon Maryland Governor, Wes Moore along with Congresswoman April McClain Delaney paid a visit to the community of Westernport. The meeting with local officials and residents took place at the Port West restaurant to discuss recovery efforts and plans to appeal the denial of federal recovery funds. WCBC News asked Governor Moore if his administration will allocate funding for the recovery effort while the government reviews the appeal? "Yeah, we’re going to continue working very closely with our local leaders to make sure that we are going to get creative and ensure that our people are not being…

On Sunday, July 27th, 2025, the Cumberland Police Department arrested Kaisha Delicia Urgent, 35, of Cumberland, MD. Urgent was arrested on a Fugitive Warrant when it was discovered that she had an extraditable warrant for her arrest in the state of West Virginia. The original warrant was issued in Mineral County, West Virginia, for a charge of malicious assault. She was taken before a District Court Commissioner for an Initial Appearance, where she was remanded to the Allegany County Detention Center. She is currently being held without bond, awaiting extradition to West Virginia. ARRESTED -   Kaisha Delicia Urgent 35yo CHARGES…

Allegany County is working to resolve issues on several fronts right now, not the least of which is flood recovery in Georges Creek. However, county officials are still working through options to help Bel Air residents facing high water rates. County Administrator Jason Bennett said residents are still owed a meeting as soon as everyone lines up calendars…     “We’re going to circle back to that and try to get something lined up for somewhere between August and September. Attorney Beeman and I actually have a meeting with the PSC tomorrow to learn a little bit more about the…

West Virginia House Bill 2014 went into effect this month, designed to attract microgrid and data center development in the Mountain State. It also contains language to extend the life of nine coal-powered electric plants in the state. West Virginia US Senator Jim Justice knows other states are against coal use, but West Virginia needs and uses it…     “83% of the power in West Virginia comes from coal. I do know there are states out there that don’t derive a lot of power from coal. I was the guy that said embrace all but for God’s sake of…

A special flood relief scholarship continues to be available to those affected by flooding in the region. Allegany College of Maryland established the scholarship for direct support of students suffering economic hardship due to the May flood event. The scholarships will be applied directly to a student’s tuition. Kristin Kehrwald of ACM tells WCBC the college wants their students to stay on track for their future… “The importance of these flood relief scholarship funds are really to keep current students enrolled at ACM before they stop out or drop out of their career goals or their academic journey.” To apply…

A large crane removed the landmark welcome sign that has been located on the CBIZ building downtown for many years.  The old sign will be relocated and an even more colorful mosaic-like mural by local artist Kat Wharton will go up in its place. Wharton won the project in a contest held last year, according to Cumberland Main Street Manager Melinda Kelleher…    “The Allegany Arts Council had a contest with local artists for a mural on the side of this building since it is a focal point – it’s kind of the welcome area of the new downtown. There…

On July 15, 2025, around 1:00 am, deputies investigated a burglary at the Patriot Automotive Group along Maryland Highway. During the burglary suspect(s) stole numerous tires from the business. On July 17, 2025, Officers with the Keyser Police Department and Deputies with the Mineral County Sheriff’s Office located the stolen tires at a residence along Baltimore Garden Lane in Keyser, West Virginia.  As a result of the investigations, Detectives with the Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation Division obtained an arrest warrant charging Brandon Keith Shears, 36 years old, Keyser, with Second Degree Burglary, Fourth Degree Burglary, and Theft. On July 17,…

On July 26th, 2025 at approximately 10:44 p.m., the Cumberland Police responded to the 300 block of Baltimore Avenue for an assault. Upon arrival officers made contact with a victim on scene. The victim advised they had been assaulted by Michael Eugene Stone Jr. Officers were able to observe injuries to the victim that were consistent with the victim's statement, and placed Stone under arrest. He was transported to Central Booking where he is currently awaiting a bond review. NAME: Michael  Eugene Stone Jr. AGE: 37 Cumberland, MD CHARGE: Assault 2nd Degree

Frostburg State University Director of Athletics Troy Dell has announced his resignation and move to the same position at Gettysburg College (Pa.), his alma mater. Dell will continue to assist the University through a transition period. His last day will be August 12. Dell has served as FSU’s director of athletics since 2007. Under his leadership, the Bobcats have seen significant success and growth, including a transition from NCAA Division III to Division II, adding multiple men’s and women’s sports to the University’s athletic offerings and numerous facility renovations and improvements. “The decision to leave Frostburg was one of the hardest…

MVC on Canal Parkway, Emergency Responders on scene at this time. Roadway Shut down.