Mountain Ridge High School has set its Meet the Squad Night for Monday starting at 7 p.m. at the stadium.  Mayor Todd Logsdon will serve as master of ceremonies.

Maryland U.S. Senator Ben Cardin told those attending the Maryland Association of Counties Summer conference that the needed legislation regarding the rebuilding of the Francis Scott Key Bridge is on the way to being passed.  Senate committees have cleared the way for the 100% funding promised by President Joe Biden following the bridge collapse in March.  Senator Chris Van Hollen told WNST reporters the Maryland delegation’s bill for funding the bridge is working toward passage…  

Over 100 wind turbines with a height of over 900 feet would effectively ruin the horizon off the Ocean City Beach.  The turbines and their red blinking lights, if approved, will be just 10 miles off the coast and the Ocean City Mayor and City Council are firmly against the plan that the State of Maryland supports.  At their recent meeting, Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan said the city is ready to take action against the plan through a lawsuit against the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management…   Mayor Meehan said he does not think that state elected officials who…

On Monday, August 19th, 2024, the Cumberland Police Department responded to a residence in the 100 block of Memorial Ave for the report of a male subject attempting to kick the door in. Upon arrival on scene, officers located the male subject and also spoke with the resident. It was learned that the male subject had come to the residence and was not allowed inside due to the late hours and his level of intoxication. The male subject then attempted to kick the door in to gain entry, causing damage to the home. As a result of the investigation, Cody…

Governor Wes Moore addressed the closing session of the Maryland Association of Counties conference on Saturday.  While taking time to review the wins his administration has had in the past year, he also addressed what some would call the elephant in the room – Maryland’s Blueprint For Education program.  For the second time in as many weeks, the governor said that adjustments may need to be made to the multi-year, multi-billion dollar plan… " Laws of enormous potential must always be refined after they are passed and think about it The law that created social security has been amended over…

Allegany County’s tourism website, mdmountainside.com, brings together the many events and celebrations the region has to offer visitors to the area.  County Tourism Director Ashli Workman says her department can also help visitors with unique experiences through personalizing their visit to the county, based on their interests… " We usually try to ask them what their interest level you know, are you someone that really likes to be in the outdoors do you find yourself more appreciative of our arts and culture scene and then we really try to guide them based on that if it's a little bit of…

The West Virginia Health Habits School Contest challenges schools to showcase their innovative approaches in promoting health and wellness.  Prize money awarded can be used to further support health initiatives such as purchasing sports equipment or enhancing playground facilities. First prize wins $2,500. Secretary of Health for West Virginia, Dr. Sherri Young says highlighting these efforts seeks to inspire other and foster statewide improvements in health outcomes… " Our primary goal is to recognize and celebrate elementary schools across the state who are making remarkable strides in improving health outcomes for their students and their communities. The contest also serves…

A prominent member of the Cumberland business community, John Buchanan, passed away suddenly at his home in LaVale on Saturday at th age of 67.  Buchanan was born in Cumberland to Rosalyn and Howard Buchanan.  He recently retired from CBIZ in Cumberland but continued to serve on the Downtown Development Commission. He was also active in the LaVale Lion’s Club and the Allegany High School Class of 1975. Upchurch Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Visitation is scheduled for Friday, August 23 from 1-3pm with a funeral service to follow at 3pm.

The Maryland Energy Administration announced on Thursday that it has opened the application window for the Rebate Program, offering rebates to Marylanders in order to expand the state’s electric vehicle charging network. The program provides financial incentives to homeowners and businesses to install charging stations. Rebates of up to 50% of costs will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis and funds are limited. To find out more on how to apply, visit energy.maryland.gov.

The West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles has worked with Champ Titles and Tyler Technologies to lead the country in digital vehicle titles. West Virginia auto dealers and fleet operators can now better manage inventory and eliminate the need for manual matching of titles with vehicles on the lot or in the system with real-time updates that ensure the record is kept current. If a lien is filed, a brand is added or a new owner is listed, the digital title is immediately updated into the system.