The County United Way has kicked off its annual fundraising efforts.  This year, the goal for Allegany County is $400,000. Executive Director Michele Walker says needs are up substantially over previous years – food requests are up 300% and hygiene item requests are up 200%.  Walker says the annual drive meets a number of financial, physical, and program needs across four counties – Allegany, Garrett, Mineral, and Hampshire…    

EADS Architects of Somerset will be doing the engineering and design of infrastructure for the Old Allegany High School redevelopment project. They will work on areas including grading, sewer and water, landscaping and lighting. EADS previously provided a sample plan for the site and are familiar with the work needed. Adam Strott of Allegany County Economic Development asked the County Commissioners for approval of the $174,900 proposal at their recent meeting…    

Governor Wes Moore says he is happy right where he is.  The Maryland Democrat answered questions about whether reaching for higher office than governor was on his mind, but Moore said his concentration right now is on the state of Maryland.  He said he supports President Biden and will do all he can to help his re-election…    

The nickel and diming of Maryland taxpayers may be starting in Annapolis.  House Bill1 – Maryland Paint Stewardship adds an assessment to the purchase of paint that would then be used to cover a paint stewardship program to allow collection and disposal of unused paint.  The bill does not stipulate what the assessment will be. The House passed the bill by a vote of 99-37 and now goes to the Senate.  

UPMC Western Maryland’s Heart and Vascular Institute continues to offer innovative ways of treating cardiac issues with less invasive techniques. Recently, Dr. Hani Alkhatib joined the staff, specializing in TAVR – trans-catheter aortic valve replacement, a procedure that goes through the groin of the patient instead of opening the chest.  Dr. Alkhatib says he favors this procedure for himself and his patients… The addition of new equipment has also streamlined patient visits to doctors for cardiac issues…

The first Pittsburg Pirates Spring training Report with Greg Brown – February 23, 2024

On Saturday, February 24th, 2024, the Cumberland City Police arrested Jordan Marshall Shook, 37, of Cumberland MD. Shook was arrested on an outstanding Arrest Warrant issued by the Allegany County District Court for an incident that occurred on February 12th, 2024. On that date, the Cumberland City Police responded to a vacant residence in the 500 block of Frederick St for the report of a burglary. Once on scene, officers contacted the owner of the property who advised the home was currently being renovated and that numerous tools had been left inside. On this date, a witness observed an unknown…

Beginning on Monday, February 26th North Centre Street, between Dexter Place and Frederick Street, North Liberty Street, between Frederick Street and Pershing Street, and Baltimore Street, between Mechanic Street and George Street will be closed to vehicular traffic. Matt Idleman, Deputy Director of Engineering for the City of Cumberland says "as construction progresses downtown, the construction zone is also becoming more congested. The safety of visitors to downtown, as well as the construction workers, is our priority during construction." Emergency vehicle access will be maintained. Pedestrian access to all buildings downtown will also be maintained. Visitors to downtown are encouraged to utilize the Center City…

Gov. Justice today welcomed the Kawasaki team to West Virginia, home of one of the largest off-highway vehicle trail systems in the world. The brand chose the Hatfield-McCoy Trails in southern West Virginia as the backdrop to debut their new RIDGE® Side x Side. This week, more than a dozen top tier media will travel to the trails to experience the company’s newest machine and the world-class off-roading trails.  “I’m beyond excited that Kawasaki chose West Virginia to show off their new machine on our Hatfield-McCoy Trails,” Gov. Justice said. “These trails are a huge driver for tourism in West Virginia. I’m so proud of…

Frostburg State Baseball team took a walk-off over Clarion on Saturday afternoon, taking the game with a 6-5 win in the 10th inning. Sophomore Joe Pippin got the start on the mound for Frostburg, striking out a batter in the first, but Clarion was able to get things going early on, striking for two hits and one run for a 1-0 lead. In FSU's first at-bats, junior Randy Steen was able to connect on a leadoff single but was thrown out at second as the Golden Eagles held their advantage. Pippin was able to strikeout three batters over the next…