Frostburg State University President Ron Nowaczyk says that the university will continue its commitment of a welcoming and supportive educational environment. The Supreme Court’s decision on June 29th that race cannot be a factor in admission to higher education institutions overrules a 2003 ruling and 40 years of precedent with Affirmative Action. FSU President Nowaczyk commented to WCBC that the campus leads the state in diversity…
The Cumberland Historic Cemetery Organization will hold their annual memorial service and history reading for area American Revolutionary War Veterans today at 10AM at 400 S. Allegany Street, the site of Capt. David Lynn estate. In 2008 the CHCO installed a monument at the columns to honor Capt. Lynn and over two centuries of great American history and heritage. Elected officials will speak along with representatives of several other historical organizations today. Ed Taylor says the event will be a safe for all ages amd those present will travel to nearby Rose Hill Cemetery to lay a wreath at Lynn's grave marked…
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is encouraging consumers to make safe, sensible decisions as they celebrate with fireworks during the Independence Day weekend. Sparklers, ground spinners and aerial fireworks are favorites for many Fourth of July celebrations. “Marking our nation’s independence is a tradition that brings people together to celebrate America,” Attorney General Morrisey said. “It’s important to keep general safety tips in mind when lighting fireworks, as it can be the difference between a great holiday and a potential emergency.” It is crucial to protect loved ones from accidents and burns commonly associated with fireworks. …
Frostburg’s Derby Day Winner, Mady Ditto took time to speak with WCBC’s Ella Holly Monday morning. The rising fifth grader at West Side Elementary won the annual race down Main Street in Frostburg this past Saturday, taking seven races. Ditto told WCBC some of the advice her coach gave her for the races. “Well, something that my coach Glenn told me – what we said was, “Nose to your toes, no sight-seeing and no wiggle-waggle.” Mady also shared how she celebrated her victory. “I really wanted to have my face painted but they were already closed, so I got a…
Mountain Ridge student Mary Delaney has been announced the winner of the annual Enordo “Moose” Arnone scholarship for 2023. The award is a memorial to Moose who died in 2015 and honors his lifetime commitment to education and his faith in the youth of the community. At Beall High School, Moose Arnone was Student Government President, Chair of the Allegany County Student Council and played soccer, basketball, and baseball. Professionally, he became a teacher, administrator and board member of the Allegany County Board of Education. The winning applicant for the 2023 scholarship is Mary Delaney. She will be running track while…
Update… McMullen Highway in the 12700 block reopen… BREAKING: A traffic alert has been reported in the Bowling Green area. The southbound lane of McMullen Highway in the 12700 block is closed southbound due to tree down in roadway. Allegany County Emergency Services are reporting to the area for traffic re-routing and clean-up.
On July 1st, 2023 officers of the Cumberland Police Department responded to the 200 block of Independence Street for a reported assault. Upon officer’s arrival they spoke with a victim who advised that William Moye had strangled them, struck them in the face with a closed fist, and destroyed their property. Officers were able to observe evidence of the assault and placed Moye under arrest. He was then taken before a District Court Commissioner where he was held without bond. Arrest: William Moye III, age 38, Cumberland Maryland. Charges: Assault First Degree, Assault Second Degree, and Destruction of Property.
On July 2nd, 2023 officers of the Cumberland Police Department responded to a business in the 30 block of Queen City Drive for a reported theft complaint. Upon officer’s arrival they spoke with employees of the business who advised that Kevin Vanmeter had taken items from inside the store without paying. Officers were able to locate Vanmeter and issued him a criminal citation for theft. Vanmeter was released pending his trial at District Court. Arrest: Kevin Ray Vanmeter, age 60, Cumberland Maryland. Charge: Theft Less Than $100.
On July 2nd, 2023 an officer of the Cumberland Police Department observed a male wearing a mask to be trespassing on CSX property. The officer contacted him and advised him that he was trespassing, and the officer attempted to identify them. The male provided a false name, but the officer continued their investigation and was able to identify the him as Anthony Horn. It was also learned that Horn had an active Arrest Warrant and he was placed under arrest. Horn was taken before a District Court Commissioner where he was held without bond. Arrest: Anthony Horn Jr, age 24,…
On July 2nd, 2023 officers of the Cumberland Police Department responded to the 400 block of Grand Avenue for a reported violation of protective order. Upon officer’s arrival they spoke with the victim who advised that they have an active protective order against Jason Winfield, and that he had just entered their residence. Officers had observed Winfield to be walking off of the property as they arrived on scene and he was placed under arrest. The officers continued their investigation and learned that Winfield had entered the residence and had taken medication. Winfield was taken before a District Court Commissioner…
