The Allegany County Commissioners took action at their last meeting to make Roger Bennett the official Director of Emergency Services after serving in that capacity since October.  County Administrator Jason Bennett told WCBC that through Roger Bennett’s work, previous issues within the Emergency Services division have stabilized and are moving forward…    “It’s part of the reason we took action to make Roger official. He well more than earned it at this point. He’s got respect of the volunteer fire department. He’s got respect of his own employees within the operation, and things are going as well as they could…

West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey has announced a new $50 million dollar economic development initiative aimed at creating jobs and expanding opportunities for West Virginians. Called “Grow West Virginia,” Morrisey is starting the project with a $400,000 investment in Moorefield at Mettler Packaging that makes plastic and paper products for food and retail items…     “It’s going to include the construction of a new building, the purchase of new equipment. It’s going to not only retain 120 jobs there, after the expansion it will have at least 170 jobs there. This is great – that makes a big presence…

The reconciliation bill passed by Congress leaves funding holes affecting residents in Garrett and Allegany counties. Data from Congresswoman April McClain-Delaney’s office shows that in Allegany County, one in five households receive SNAP funds and two-thirds of students receive free or reduced lunches. Delaney tells WCBC she is already working with groups to find solutions…     “Figuring out how we can cross-leverage as strategically as possible the filling gaps where these funding holes are going to come and how can we work across communities to kind of really stem some of the hurt.” She said she will also be…

Allegany County is working the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development on a program to stabilize historic structures on Frostburg’s Main Street.  The county has received a grant allowing Frostburg to begin selecting projects, according to Economic Development Specialist Adam Strott…     “Frostburg will play a more active role in identifying those projects that require stabilization, and working also with Frostburg First in identifying those building owners who might have tenants or looking at tenants who would be interested working to redevelop their building.” Commissioner Bill Atkinson says the program is a good way to get state money…

A Pew Research poll finds most Marylanders want strong government support after extreme weather events. The survey, coming at the same time federal officials are considering FEMA cuts, finds significant support for government intervention following disasters as well as policies that promote preparedness. Pew researcher Brian Kennedy says support crosses political boundaries…     “Large shares of Democrats and Republicans say this it’s a good idea to set stricter building standards in these communities. And similarly, majorities say it’s a good idea for the government to provide financial assistance for people in high-risk areas to rebuild.”

On July 13th, 2025 at approximately 7:06 a.m., officers from Cumberland Police Department responded to the area of Polk Street for a check premise. Upon arrival the officers located Glenn Taylor Williams inside the residence that had been posted "No Trespassing," due to the property being uninhabitable. Williams was placed under arrest and transported to Central Booking. He was later seen by a District Court commissioner and was released pending trial at District Court. NAME: Glenn Taylor Williams  AGE: 29  Cumberland, MD CHARGE: Trespassing on Posted Property

On July 13th, 2025 the Cumberland Police Department served a fugitive from justice warrant on Anthony Clayton Talbert. Talbert was placed under arrest when it was learned that he had an active arrest warrant from Mineral County, WV. The original West Virginia warrant charges Talbert with Malicious or unlawful assault. He was taken before a District Court commissioner where he was remanded to the Allegany County Detention Center, where he is currently being held without bond, and is awaiting extradition. NAME: Anthony Clayton Talbert  AGE:  44 Cumberland, MD CHARGE: Fugitive From Justice

Pittsburg Pirate’s hard-throwing right-hander Paul Skenes will start his second straight All Star Game on Tuesday night at Truist Park in Atlanta.  Skenes was the National League starter last year during his rookie campaign, pitching one inning during which he walked Juan Soto before retiring the side.  Skenes is 4-8 despite his major league-best 2.01 ERA.  He has 131 strikeouts and 30 walks in 131 innings.  The Pirates are last in the NL Central with a record of 38-58.

On July 12th, 2025 at approximately 11:52 a.m., officers from the Cumberland Police Department responded to a residence in the 400 block of Columbia Street for the report of an assault. Upon arrival officers made contact with the victim and were advised that Phillip William Lindner had assaulted them. The officers were able to observe visible signs of injury which were consistent with the victim's statement. As a result, Lindner was placed under arrest and transported to District Court for a bail review. Lindner was then released on an unsecured bond of $1,500.  NAME: Phillip William Lindner  AGE: 44 Cumberland,…

On July 12th, 2025 at approximately 5:14 p.m., officers from the Cumberland Police Department responded to the 100 block of Polk Street for a trespassing complaint. Upon arrival they observed a door to be pushed in, later they observed Glenn Taylor Williams to walk out of the property. Williams had previously been advised that he was not allowed to be inside the property, at this time, due to it being posted uninhabitable, and "No Trespassing." Williams was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to police headquarters where he was issued a citation for trespassing and released pending trial at District…