The Governor of West Virginia celebrated Red Ribbon Week with a visit to Blennerhassett Middle School in Parkersburg. Red Ribbon Week focuses on ways to educate and keep students away from substance use. Morrissey told students that they are not alone and have a support network who they can go to and will encourage them as they mature…    “Saying no to the drugs isn’t about simply saying no. It’s really about trying to help you guys out, connecting you and knowing what a bright future you have. And if you need help along the way – we all have…

For a great start to your Homecoming, spend it with the WCBC Sports Crew. On Saturday morning from 8 till 11am, you can meet the WCBC Sports team at The Balcony on Bedford Road. There will be a great all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet available for purchase and Dr. Z, Rock Cioni, and other sportscasters and guests will be on hand. At 11 o’clock, the action switches to Greenway Avenue Stadium for coverage of the annual Homecoming Game between the Allegany Campers and the Fort Hill Sentinels with kickoff at 12:30.

A state of emergency in Maryland was declared Thursday by the Moore Administration to address the suspension of SNAP food benefit payments for November.  The Governor directed the release of $10 million from the Fiscal Responsibility Fund to organizations across the state experienced in food distribution to quickly address food needs. Moore said what is being done in the Trump administration is cruel and illegal…    “They are breaking the law to show how cruel they can be. That I’m thinking about the work they are doing and how cruelty has essentially become a governance philosophy of the Trump Administration. Because…

In recognition of WCBC’s 50th year of broadcasting, the CBC sports team is hosting a special program Friday evening on 1270AM.  Here’s WCBC’s Jim Zamagias with the details…    “The Saturday Morning Quarterback crew will be live in studio from 6-7 p.m. reviewing the past 50 years of high school football.  The show will focus on the four schools WCBC has covered the most intensely—Allegany, Fort Hill, Frankfort, and Bishop Walsh.  Calls are welcome as memories are shared throughout the one hour special program.”

The Allegany County Library System Board of Trustees has appointed current Interim Director Lisa McKenney to be the library’s next Executive Director.  The Trustees conducted an extensive search for the position, but said McKenney’s leadership and dedication as interim stood out, distinguishing her as the most qualified candidate, demonstrating the vision, commitment, and passion that the system needs. McKenney will officially begin her duties as Executive Director on November 3rd.

On October 30, 2025, the Cumberland Police Department, with help from the Combined County Criminal Investigations Unit (C3I), continued its investigation into the missing adult woman case. In the afternoon, detectives and patrol units followed up on a tip and reviewed video surveillance in Cumberland's South End, which led to the woman's location, where Jessica Marie Roman was found safe. The Cumberland Police Department and the Combined County Criminal Investigations Unit would like to thank all partner agencies for their support and the community members who provided helpful tips. As a result of this several-day investigation, Andrew Roman, husband of…

The Nationals are expected to hire Blake Butera as their new manager, reports Jeff Passan of ESPN. Butera had been the Rays’ Senior Director of Player Development for the past two seasons. He spent four years as a minor league manager with Tampa Bay.

The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for Friday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.  Winds are expected at 15-25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

Governor Moore this morning declared a state of emergency for the State of Maryland and directed $10 million dollars to be distributed to food banks and food bank partners. The declaration comes in the wake of no solution amid a government shutdown that will see SNAP food programs not receive funds November 1….   “These funds will go to hundreds of institutions with experience distributing food at the regional level. And we are also providing support to local nonprofits, faith-based organizations, food kitchens, farmer’s markets, school pantries, and also mobile food units. We need to move quickly to make sure…

On Wednesday, October 29, 2025, the Cumberland Police Department served three bench warrants on Michelle Lynn Porter.  The warrants were issued due to Porter failing to comply with court orders.  She was originally charged with: Assault-2nd Degree (x2), CDS: Possess-Not Cannabis (x2), Trespass-Posted Property, Obstructing & Hindering, Fraud-Per. Ident. Avoid Pros, Abuse/Neglect Reporting, Neglect of Minor (x2), Reckless Endangerment, Contribute to Cond of Child (x2).  Porter was arrested and seen by a District Court Commissioner for a bond hearing.  At the conclusion, Porter was remanded to the Allegany County Detention Center without bond. ARRESTED:  Michelle Lynn Porter       AGE: …