Washington Monthly magazine has released its annual college rankings guide. Rankings are based on how the colleges help middle- and working-class students get ahead, encourage democratic participation and service, and produce scholars and scholarship driving economic growth. Frostburg State University received high marks in two categories, according to Communications Director Mia Cross…    “We were ranked 107th in the Northeast in the “Best Bang for the Buck” category and 75th in the country overall in the “Master’s Level Colleges and universities’ category, and that designation in particular places FSU 4th among public universities in the state, so we were really…

The West Virginia Governor’s office announced this week that State Police along with Immigrations and Customs Enforcement arrested 12 individuals for immigration violations over a 2-day period. Law enforcement apprehended the undocumented immigrants during traffic stops in Fayette County. All those arrested were found to have entered or remained in the United States illegally and were taken to the South Central Regional Jail in Charleston.

Each year, ridership increases on the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad. Many are families that come more than once to ride the rails. Whether it’s visits throughout the year or for seasonal rides like the Polar Express, Executive Director Wes Heinz says the experience makes a mark on the guest’s lives…    “Every year we get letters from kids and from families about the impact of Polar Express and oftentimes just of the train on their lives. It’s become a staple of the community and it’s become a part of family tradition for quite a number of people.”

On Thursday, September 25th, 2025, the Cumberland Police Department arrested William Joseph Dibuono, 57, of Lonaconing MD. Dibuono was arrested on five active Bench Warrants issued by the Allegany County District Court on September 24th, 2025. The warrants allege Dibuono failed to appear in District Court on that date for previous charges that include CDS Possession, trespassing, CDS paraphernalia possession. He was taken before a District Court Commissioner for an Initial Appearance where he was remanded to the Allegany County Detention Center. He is currently being held on $500 bond.  ARRESTED -   William Joseph Dibuono, 57yo. CHARGES -  Bench Warrant-Fail…

Allegany scored two second half goals Thursday afternoon to defeat Mountain Ridge, 2-0, in a match of two previously unbeaten and unscored upon teams.  Madalyn Bucy scored Allegany's first goal on a penalty kick and Harper Farrell was credited with the second goal.  Allegany is now 7-0-1 on the season and Mountain Ridge falls to 7-1.

The mayors of two of Western Maryland’s most Republican areas have announced support for the re-election of Democratic Governor Wes Moore. Lonaconing Mayor Jack Coburn and Westernport’s Judy Hamilton have both been quoted in a release from the Moore-Miller campaign, throwing their support behind the governor. Quotes from both mayors outline the fact that although they do not always see eye-to-eye, Moore has remembered the small towns of the state rather than just the big cities.

Maryland is launching a Registered Teacher Apprenticeship program to help with the state’s educator shortage. Aspiring teachers will be able to begin work in classrooms while they earn their college degree and teaching license. Apprentices will have access to flexible course offerings and be able to earn credits for on-the-job training through partnerships with colleges and universities. The program is starting in Washington and Caroline counties in early 2026.

President Trump abruptly canceled a scheduled meeting with Democratic leaders this week seeking a solution to avoid a potential government shutdown. If an agreement is not reached, the federal government could face a shutdown on October 1. Maryland Congressman Johnny Olszewski spoke with WBAL Radio and said Republicans are holding all the cards…     “Republicans are in control. They have the White House, the House, the Senate. I think that if there is a shutdown, there has to be ownership when you have control of all the levers of power. I am concerned about the looming cuts to the…

A recent report from the Maryland Comptroller’s office showed that only 20% of public school buildings in the state were rated “like new” while Allegany and Garrett were among five counties with buildings well past their lifespan. State School Superintendent Dr. Carey Wright told reporters the state average indicates a need to prioritize repairs and updates…    “Our average index is at 52% right now, meaning that over half of the useful life of these buildings have been depleted. The reasonable average that we look for across the state is between 32 and 37%, so you can see that it’s…