The West Virginia Department of Human Services is now accepting school clothing allowance applications for children enrolled in West Virginia schools through July 31. Each eligible child will receive a $200 benefit that may be used toward the purchase of school clothing or piece goods to make clothing. Families may apply online at wvpath.wv.gov or request a paper application by contacting their local DOHS office.
Earlier this year, the Save the Westernport Library Association was formed to raise funds to save their library from closure. Now that the library will be staying open, Trish Morgan-Keating says the group will use its money to restore the library that had considerable flood damage in May… “We’re buying books, we’re gonna do furniture, décor, computer stations, desks, lounging furniture. Whatever they need, we are going to contribute toward as our funds allow.”
The Cumberland Mayor and Council will begin a searh for the next Chief of Police for the city soon. According to Mayor Ray Morriss, a statewide search will be done, but consideration would also be given to acting Chief Lieutenant Eric Bonner … “We want somebody that has Maryland experience and understands the ramifications of working in a city in Maryland. Eric, if he chooses, absolutely would be a candidate.” Although the search is set to be statewide, Morriss says there a number of local residents that would be prospects… “Locally there are some very good candidates…
The Cumberland Economic Development Corporation is moving ahead with preliminary site work along Messick Road for industrial development. The CEDC voted Tuesday to accept a proposal from Specs Engineering to develop a grading and utility package for the site. CEDC Director Matt Miller says this proposal moves the site closer to the goal of having a tenant… “The proposal is to develop a grading and utility package for the site to include the preparation of bidding and permitting documents for the main access roads and approximately five major cad sites. The design will incorporate mass freighting, storm water…
For the second summer in a row, the air conditioning system at the Country Club Mall in LaVale is not functioning properly. Stores have gone without air or installed portable systems to keep employees and shoppers cool. Some stores have limited their hours or closed entirely on the hottest days. Calls to the local mall office by WCBC were directed to Namdar Realty, the mall owners, but messages to that office have not been returned. The mall’s theatre and Walmart have separate cooling systems that are functioning.
On Monday, July 7th, 2025, the Cumberland Police Department served a Criminal Summons on Alexis Susan Marie Nixon, 27, of Cumberland, MD. The summons was in reference to an incident that occurred at a S. Waverly Terrace residence on July 7th. During that incident, it is alleged that Nixon assaulted another subject in the home and was found to be in possession of CDS paraphernalia. Nixon was served the summons and released, pending trial in District Court. ARRESTED - Alexis Susan Marie Nixon, W/F 27 yo CHARGES - Assault 2nd Degree, CDS Possession-Paraphernalia
An ex-boyfriend is dead and a couple are hospitalized following a shooting in Somerset on Saturday. A woman went to retrieve belongings from an old boyfriend when he and the woman’s new partner got into an altercation, resulting in the couple being shot. Both were transported to the hospital for treatment but law enforcement found the ex-boyfriend dead in the home’s basement from gunshot wounds. The investigation is continuing.
“Operation Safe Online Summer” is being promoted by the Maryland State Police, urging the public to prioritize online safety for children as well as senior citizens. Parents are encouraged to monitor their children’s use of digital devices. Seniors are encouraged to use the internet with caution, especially when asked to furnish personal information. This includes use of laptops, tablets, desktop computers and smart phones.
Maryland State Police Aviation Trooper 5 from Cumberland was called to Preston County, West Virginia the night of July 4th to rescue a driver hurt in a UTV rollover. Trooper 5 responded to an area near Cheat River around 8pm Friday night. The difficult terrain and remote location made the aerial hoist necessary. The victim was secured, hoisted, and transported to Ruby Memorial Hospital for treatment.
A new report finds Maryland has made progress in providing in-school mental health services for students. The mental health organization Inseparable says Maryland has improved the ratio of social workers to students, but could do more. Caitlin Hochul with Inseparable says providing mental health services in schools has major impacts on students and parents… “You’re reducing the financial strain on parents. You’re reducing the need for reliable transportation. You don’t need to be taking a lot of time off of school to go travel to an appointment, so it really helps give kids the resources and tools they…
