Hagerstown Regional Airport has announced additions to its summer flight schedule to Orlando-Sanford and St. Pete-Clearwater. Flights will now take place three days a week as well as expanded service through November to Myrtle Beach and service in October and November to St. Pete-Clearwater. The flights mark a significant expansion, with a 20% increase in available flights compared to the previous year of 2023. This new schedule represents a new air service peak for HGR, with summer flights reaching ten per week.

If you’re planning a trip to Ocean City this summer, you’re going to one of the best beaches in the world. TripAdvisor released its World’s Best Beaches for 2024 and Ocean City has been ranked 10th. TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best title celebrates the highest level of excellence in travel. It’s awarded to those who receive a high volume of above-and-beyond reviews from the Tripadvisor community. Out of our 8 million listings, fewer than 1% achieve this milestone. Ocean City is highlighted for its family atmosphere, wide beach, food options, and its boardwalk.

Achieving success is difficult for millions of people in this country. Problems around economic mobility is on the increase. Keith Fudge, Project Director with the Urban Institute, spoke to WCBC about the issues that affect individuals getting on even ground… He also offered contact information for communities and organizations to get more information on Mobility and Opportunity partnerships…    

Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced charges against six individuals, including two juveniles, on multiple criminal counts, including participation in a criminal gang, first degree murder, armed carjacking, armed robbery, assault, burglary, and firearm related charges. Brown made the announcement at a press conference Tuesday in Baltimore… All of those charged are under the age of 21. Two youths under 18 are being handled through the juvenile court system.  Brown said arresting those who caused such a crime spree should help victims feel peace…    

The National Parks Action Fund announced that Congressman David Trone (D-MD) earned an ‘A’ rating – scoring 100% – on the organization’s 2024 Congressional Scorecard. The scorecard affirms Trone’s longstanding commitment to protecting and enhancing America's national parks and public lands in Congress. The National Parks Action Fund tracks the most impactful national parks legislation in each Congress and assigns members ‘A’-’F’ scores based on their votes. The organization’s latest scorecard is centered on key votes concerning park funding, oil and gas development in and near parks, protections for wildlife, and preserving important park protection laws. Sadly, there was a 4%…

In conjunction with the Great Allegheny Passage Conservancy, Mountain Maryland Trails has installed an e-bike charging station at Canal Place, downtown Cumberland. The popularity of e-bikes for recreational travel is rising in the United States. This evolution in cycling technology is gaining global traction, driven by benefits that extend far beyond convenience.  More than ever, e-bike users travel on trails, roads, and neighborhoods.  Owners of lodging properties, restaurants, outfitters, grocery stores, and more near the Great Allegheny Passage and the C&O Canal National Historic Park stand to benefit from this growing group of ebike users. According to John Emerick, Vice President of…

Several paramedics in Allegany County now have the ability to perform Rapid Sequence Intubation, a specialized procedure that allows clinicians to quickly and safely give sedatives and paralytics to patients facing serious medical emergencies or injuries. RSI helps them insert a breathing tube for a secure airway, enhancing critical emergency care in the region. This service is available from the EMS Supervisor's truck, ensuring that critical interventions can be given promptly by trained personnel. It will soon be available from the unit stationed in LaVale.

A second blow in as many weeks has hit West Virginia’s economy.  Allegheny Wood Products with locations including Kingwood, Moorefield, and Petersburg, abruptly closed last Friday, leaving up to 900 people out of work.  Over 500 were regular employees of the hardwood company while others were contractors.  AWP had been trying to sell the company in recent months.  Last week, the Cleveland Cliffs Tin plant in Weirton closed, leaving almost 1000 people unemployed.

The controversial Senate Bill 1070 that would reorganize Canal Place has been withdrawn by Senator Mike McKay.  The Senator sent a letter to the concerned parties thanking them for their input.  The letter also says he intends to prefile the legislation again in the 2025 General Assembly session after crafting amendments with stakeholders. 

Acoording to TripAdvisor, Ocean City, Maryland has been named as one of the nation's best beaches. Listed in their "World's Best Beaches for 2024," Ocean City is ranked 10th. The rankings are based on user rankings.