The West Virginia Attorney General’s office will have a local representative in the area in the coming weeks to meet with residents.  Richard Dennis, a consumer outreach and compliance specialist with the office will host events at Romney Senior Center on June 4, Hardy County Senior Center on June 5, and will be set up at the Mineral County Fair in Fort Ashby nightly from 6 to 9pm, June 18-21.

Allegany County emergency services responding to a motor vehicle accident 17560 New George's Creek Road, Route 36 at the bridge. Occupants are out of the vehicle, no significant energy reported at this time. 

This is the weekend to clean out your closet, attic, garage or perhaps that storage unit. The 21st Annual National Road Yard Sale is this Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. till 5:00 p.m. Hidden treasures will be available along the National highway and in downtown Cumberland.  Let's Beautify Cumberland along with the Downtown Cumberland Business Association is providing spaces in the parking lot of the Cumberland Times-News off of Mechanic Street as a fundraiser to help with the Cumberland Clock project. Ed Mullaney of Let's Beautify Cumberland says that spaces are available for both days at $15 each and tables…

On Wednesday, May 29, 2024, the Cumberland Police Department served a criminal summons on Collin Taylor.  The summons was issued as the result of an incident that occurred on May 18, 2024.  On this date at approximately 7:19 PM, officers responded to the 300 block of Furnace Street for the report of dirt bikes riding up and down the street.  Police contacted the caller who reported that the riders were riding in front of their residence and cursing at the.  After further investigation, one of the riders was identified as Collin Taylor.  Police filed for charges against Taylor at the…

Blood donation – but make it fun.  The Red Cross is going retro with its latest blood drive for the summer holidays.  Until June 9, those who donate blood, plasma, or platelets will receive a 40th anniversary Tetris t-shirt. Donors will also be entered for a chance to win a trip to New York to meet Tetris creator Alexey Pajitnov. Upcoming blood drives include Allegany College of Maryland and Cumberland Community Church on June 3 and First Presbyterian Church on June 4. 

With a ribbon cutting date set for the reimagined downtown Cumberland, thoughts are turning to plans on keeping the new area clean and safe for shoppers. For years, a mall tax has been imposed to pay for upkeep of the area. Now, with the downtown becoming a Main Street community, the traditional mall tax is changing.  Mayor Ray Morriss says the City is reviewing options to provide needed downtown services…

On Wednesday, May 29, 2024, the Cumberland Police Department served a Circuit Court bench warrant on Corbit Arrowood.  The warrant was issued as the result of Arrowood failing to appear in court.  He was originally charged with CDS: Possess-Not Cannabis.  Arrowood was arrested and transported to the Allegany County Detention Center where he is currently being held without bond pending his appearance before the court. ARRESTED:  Corbit Harry Arrowood Jr.    AGE:  49        Cumberland, MD BENCH WARRANT SERVED On Wednesday, May 29, 2024, the Cumberland Police Department served a bench warrant on Jamie Pack.  The warrant was issued as the result…

The West Virginia Department of Health is urging residents to take preventive measures against Lyme disease as ticks are more active this time of year.  West Virginia has been designated as a high incidence Lyme disease state since 2017. “Lyme disease is a serious issue that could be devastating to your health and well-being if left untreated,” said Dr. Matthew Christiansen, State Health Officer. He went on to encourage citizens to take precautions against the infection and protect themselves outdoors especially in areas where ticks are most commonly found.

The State of Maryland’s EZ-Pass users are the latest to be targeted in telephone scams.  The Attorney General’s office is reporting residents are receiving text messages that falsely indicate money is owed for unpaid tolls. The message includes a link to settle the outstanding amount.  The AG’s office advises individuals not to click any links or provide financial information. The legitimate link for EZ Pass is driveezmd.com.

Governor Moore decided to use his veto power on House Bill 1258, which would have lifted the requirement that estate notices be published in newspapers. After passing both the House and Senate chambers in Annapolis by a unanimous vote, the bill suddenly met backlash from newspapers across the state.  Allegany County Register of Wills Mary Beth Pirolozzi, says she knew someone had missed the bill when no one showed up for hearings…