Since the flooding that occurred back in May, the City has been looking at the current state of the Mason’s Sports Complex.  Because of flood damages, the Parks and Recreation Department concluded that fields at the complex would have to undergo a total re-facing.  Director Ryan Mackey said the playing fields would be closed for the rest of the year, focusing on preparation for next season. “I would definitely say as soon as we get someone in here and, you know, as fast as they can do it, we want to be open for spring when the activities start picking…

On Wednesday, July 16th, 2025, the Cumberland Police Department responded to a vacant property in the 100 block of Polk St for a trespassing complaint. Upon arrival, it was observed that the property had been posted "Unfit for Human Habitation" by the City of Cumberland. Officers then observed a male subject climbing out of an open window of the property. As a result, Glenn Taylor Williams, 29, of Cumberland MD, was placed under arrest and transported to Police Headquarters. He was issued a Criminal Citation for trespassing and released, pending trial in District Court. ARRESTED -  Glenn Taylor Williams,   …

The highlight event tonight will be the concert by Christian singer Anne Wilson at 8 p.m., sponsored by WCBC Radio.  Rides open at 5 p.m. with a pay one price for $15 after presenting a coupon.  The 4-H, FFA Goat Show is at 5 p.m.

Maryland will not see the return of so-called machine-gun conversion devices, thanks to efforts by Attorney General Anthony Brown. Brown along with 15 other states had filed suit against the Trump administration to stop Forced Reset Triggers from being sold in the state. The devices dramatically increase a firearm’s rate of fire, some up to 20 bullets in one second.  They have been frequently used in violent crimes and mass shootings. Brown said the victory protects Maryland families from the devastation of these devices.

The National Interagency Fire Center in Idaho has raised the nationwide fire preparedness level one step to level 4. Five is the highest level.  The level is dictated by fuel, weather conditions, fire activity and firefighting resources available throughout the country. Maryland experiences an average of 125 wildfires each year. Recently, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins said the U.S. Forest Service has hired 99% of its firefighter target to be ready for fire season.

On Tuesday, July 15, 2025, the Cumberland Police Department served three bench warrants on Stephanie Leatherman.  The warrants were issued as the result of Leatherman failing to comply with court orders.  Leatherman was originally charged with Theft less than $100 (x2), Con-Theft less than $100 (x2), Motor Veh/Unlawful Taking, and Unauthorized Removal of Motor Vehicle.   She was arrested and later seen by a District Court Commissioner for a bond hearing.  At the conclusion, Leatherman was remanded to the Allegany County Detention Center without bond. ARRESTED:  Stephanie Sue Leatherman      AGE:  32       Cumberland, MD

Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen wants transparency in the child sex-trafficking investigations of Jeffrey Epstein, including evidence and co-conspirators. Following the Department of Justice release that Epstein died in prison by suicide and there is no so-called “client list,” Van Hollen told constituents he added an amendment to the Commerce, Justice, and Science appropriations bill which passed unanimously…     “It requires the Department of Justice to preserve all the documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein cases and to report to Congress, answering very important questions about this case.”

Maryland Benefits One, a new mobile-friendly tool that will help eligible Marylanders apply for vital benefits including SNAP, WIC, and temporary housing help has officially launched in the state. Accessible through computer or smartphone at benefits.maryland.gov, Governor Wes Moore says in the first two weeks of the soft launch, there has already been outstanding results…     “More than 22,000 Marylanders have completed the application.  We have cut down the average application time by nearly a full hour.  From 80 minutes for SNAP alone to 28 minutes for all benefits, all at once.

On 07/15/25 at 1040pm Officers with the Cumberland Police Department were dispatched to the first block of Pennsylvania Ave in reference to a home invasion robbery. Upon arrival officers contacted the victim who stated that an unknown male approximately 6'3  forced entry into their residence and demanded money. There were no injuries reported and the Cumberland Police Department is being assisted by the Combined County Criminal Investigations Unit. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Cumberland Police Department at 301-777-1600, C3I at 301-777-0326, of the Allegany /Mineral County Crime Solvers at 301-722-4300. The investigation is ongoing at this time. 

Cumberland City Police Department responding just before 11:00 p.m. Tuesday to Pennsylvania Avenue address in South Cumberland for home invasion. WCBC news has learned the investigation is ongoing by the Combined County Criminal Investigation unit. No additional information has been released.