On October 6, 2023 Officers of the Cumberland Police Department observed a subject sleeping in the front of a local business. The subject was identified as Tyler Dixon. Officers informed Mr. Dixon that he needed clean up his trash and leave the area. Mr. Dixon became irate and began yelling obscenities at the Officers. Officers continued asking Mr. Dixon to leave the area and refrain from yelling. Dixon continued acting in a disorderly manner by yelling as he walked past other business and pedestrians. Dixon was then placed under arrest and transported to Police Headquarter. Dixon was issued two criminal…

A new Virtual Railfan camera is live in south Cumberland. It's a partnership with the Cumberland Outdoor Club, Skypacket Network, WCBC radio and Virtual Railfan. South Cumberland camera overlooks the Cumberland terminal subdivision and will feature CSX and Amtrak trains and occasional views of Western Maryland Scenic Railroad trains crossing the Potomac River. Virtual Railfan operates a video platform that streams live railroad cameras from across the US to millions of viewers's on YouTube. The company also provides moderators in the chat rooms to answer questions about local railroad operations and to keep the platform family-friendly. Bob Cox, Operations Manager for Virtual…

City of Cumberland construction update from Melinda Kelleher, Executive Director Downtown Development Commission reports the first section of Silva Cells were installed this week, on the northern (CBIZ) side of the block between Mechanic St and Liberty St. Next week, the operation will shift to the southern side of the same block. Expect interruptions in pedestrian flow between the WCBC building and the Manhattan Social. There will be short-term sidewalk closures throughout this area as construction progresses up the street. Please be patient with the construction crew and utilize rear entrances where possible.

The City of Cumberland’s Community Development Department Demolition Assistance Grant Program is accepting applications to help revitalize properties within our community. The City of Cumberland’s Community Development Department is pleased to introduce a new Demolition Assistance Grant program in support of our Neighborhood Revitalization Initiative to reduce blight. Application packets can be obtained in person from the Community Development Department (lower level of City Hall), 57 N. Liberty Street or by contacting Kevin Thacker at 301-759-6659. And you can always visit our website by going to https://www.ci.cumberland.md.us/723/Demolition-Assistance-Grant for more information and digital applications.

Carla Jean Minnick, 54 of Buffalo Mills, PA was arrested on a District Court Bench Warrant for Violation Of Probation. Her original conviction was for CDS Administration Equipment Possession/Distribution. A bail of $2,500 was posted in this case. Margaret Grace Yates (Wilhelm), 40 of Cumberland was arrested on a Circuit Court Bench Warrant for Violation of Pretrial Release. Her original conviction was for Theft: $1,500 to Under $25,000. She is currently being held at the Allegany County Detention Center pending a bail review in Circuit Court.

 Frostburg State Volleyball team became the first side to defeat West Liberty in MEC play in their 3-1 victory on Friday evening.   In the first athletic event of Homecoming weekend, the Hilltoppers looked to spoil the festivities as they jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the first set. FSU battled back to get within one, but the scoring rallies favored the visitors, who went on a 13-3 run to take a commanding 18-7 lead. The Bobcats got late kills from junior AJ Thompson and seniors McKaily Thomson-Moran and Beverly Braun, but West Liberty had already done the hard…

Governor Wes Moore today released the following statement regarding Senator Melony G. Griffith’s hiring as new president and chief executive officer of the Maryland Hospital Association: “Melony Griffith has represented Prince George’s County with distinction in the Maryland General Assembly. We are grateful for her fierce advocacy for reducing health disparities, driving economic development, and building a responsible budget. Senator Griffith’s legacy of service will strengthen our communities for generations to come. Though we will miss her in the Senate, I am confident that Melony Griffith will bring her trademark tenacity to this new role with the Maryland Hospital Association….

A new Virtual Railfan camera is going live in South Cumberland. This camera is a partnership with the Cumberland Outdoor Club, Skypacket Network, WCBC Radio and Virtual Railfan. The South Cumberland camera overlooks the Cumberland terminal subdivision and will feature CSX and Amtrak trains and occasional views of Western Maryland Scenic Railroad trains crossing the Potomac River. Bob Cox, Operations Manager for Virtual Railfan spoke with WCBC news about their video platform that streams live railroad cameras across the US to millions of viewers on YouTube and websites. The company also provides moderators in the chat rooms to answer questions…

West Virginia Governor Jim Justice is encouraging free choice when it comes to getting the new COVID-19 vaccines. Speaking during his weekly administration update, Justice said that he supports citizens having the choice to receive the updated shots, but does urge certain parts of the population to give it good thought…

On October 5th, 2023 at approximately 11:21 p.m. officers from the Cumberland Police Department responded to the area of E. Industrial Boulevard and Virginia Avenue for a trespassing complaint. Upon arrival an officer learned that a male had just jumped onto the front of a train engine owned by CSX. The male then began to taunt CSX employees, while he was still on the train. The officer was given a description and possible location of the suspect. Offices began to search for the suspect, and he was located still in the vicinity of CSX. He was identified as Zachary Patrick…