On 08/17/2024 at approximately 10:45 PM the Cumberland City Police were dispatched to a residence in the 300 block of Pennsylvania Avenue for an assault. Upon arrival officers contacted the victim who advised Benjamin Lapp assaulted them after an argument over property. Officers observed minor injuries to the victim. Lapp was placed under arrest and transported to the Allegany County Detention Center for central booking. Lapp was also served an Arrest Warrant for violation of probation from a previous theft charge. Lapp received a hearing before a District Court Commissioner and was held on a $500.00 bond.   Arrested –…

On 08/17/2024 at approximately 3:00 PM the Cumberland City Police responded to the 1100 block of East Oldtown Road for a violation of a protective order. Officers spoke to the victim who advised they had a final protective order barring Sean McElwee from contacting them or being at their residence. Officers confirmed the protective order was still active. McElwee was located in the residence attempting to hide in a bedroom. McElwee was placed under arrest without issue and transported to the Allegany County Detention Center for central booking. McElwee received a hearing before a District Court Commissioner and was held…

Congressman David Trone (D-MD) released the following statement on the two-year anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act being signed into law: “Two years ago today, Democrats passed the Inflation Reduction Act: a law that promised to protect hardworking Americans against Big Pharma and expand our middle class by lowering everyday living costs. Two years later, the Inflation Reduction Act has already delivered on that promise. We’ve cut prescription drug prices, lowered energy costs, and made real progress on rebuilding our manufacturing industry–creating hundreds of thousands of good-paying jobs in the process. As a businessman, I know a good return on…

First Lady Dawn Moore today received the President’s Award from the Association of African American Museums during their 46th annual conference in Baltimore. The award, given to Governor Wes Moore and First Lady Moore, honors the administration’s commitment to preserving Maryland’s African American history and culture and advocacy for museums and cultural institutions dedicated to highlighting the contributions of African Americans in Maryland.  “One of my top priorities as First Lady is advocating for the arts in our state and preserving all of Maryland’s history and culture for our future generations,” said First Lady Moore. “I am proud to receive…

On 08/16/2024 at approximately 3:00 PM the Cumberland City Police responded to the 600 block of Columbia Avenue for an assault. Officers spoke to the victim who advised Kiera Camaraza had thrown a chair at them injuring their arm. Officers observed minor injuries to the victim. Camaraza was arrested and was transported to the Allegany County Detention Center for central booking. Camaraza received a hearing before a District Court Commissioner and was released on her personal recognizance. Arrested – Kiera Camaraza (28) Cumberland, MD Charge – Assault 2nd degree

The Gun Shop in Ridgeley, West Virginia, is collaborating with Western Maryland Scenic Railroad and Henry USA rifles on a special edition firearm.  Rob Fout, owner of The Gun Shop says a Henry USA .22 long rifle will feature the WMSR logo. The buttstock will be 1309 with the Western Maryland coal car behind it and on the forearm will have WMSR with the serial number. The serial number will be WMSR13090000 from there. Several preorders have been received but 23 more are needed for the rifle to be manufactured. To preorder a WMSR Henry, contact the Gun Shop in Ridgeley at 304.738.3219..

An overturned tractor trailer closed westbound lanes of Interstate 68 just after 7:30 p.m. Friday night. The accident occurred near mile marker 47. Allegany County Emergency Services remained on scene until just before midnight. 

A blackout on the west side of Cumberland Thursday night was caused by a motor vehicle accident in LaVale. A vehicle traveling in the 500 block of National highway snapped a electrical pole causing lines to come down. The vehicle left the scene and an investigation continues. Potomac Edison restored electrical service just before 6 a.m. Friday morning. 

The Cumberland City Police Department is investigating several destruction of property complaints to vehicles in the Liberty Street parking garage. The victim’s vehicles had their tires damaged on 08/16/2024. Any information you may have in regards to this investigation please contact Officer J. Clark at 301-777-1600.

Squires Electric of Cumberland is supporting a benefit motorcycle ride for owner Ken Squires on August 18th. A large variety of raffles and a 50/50 drawing taking place to raise funds for Squires’ medical and personal expenses. The ride event will begin and end at Crossroads Sportsman Club at Naves Crossroads. Tanya Ryan of Squires Electric " The bike ride will start at noon. Sign-ups from 11:00 to 12:00 and we will be holding all kind of raffles, 50/50 drawings and anything to help raise money for Ken's benefit during the day and into the evening."                  …