Maryland transportation and safety officials are urging all drivers in the state to rededicate themselves to safety on roadways.  In October 40 people died in Maryland as a result of motor vehicle crashes.  State Motor Vehicle Administrator says the yearly projection for highway deaths is not good…    

Governor Wes Moore announced that the Maryland Department of Labor has secured $4 million to connect over 300 Marylanders to careers in fast-growing industries and strengthen the talent pipeline in Western Maryland.   Funding will support projects that address the challenges facing residents trying to access good paying jobs and training. The Western Maryland Consortium will use training resources to prepare dislocated workers for careers in local high-demand occupations in healthcare, information technology, and automotive services. A second project in Anne Arundel and Montgomery counties will address employment and training for returning citizens released from Maryland state institutions.  

Allegany County Emergency Services responding to a working apartment fire in Rawlings, 18,000 block McMullen Highway, Route 220 currently shut down in support of fire operations. Update 6:55AM. One patient being treated for smoke inhalation, Fire command reporting building will be a total loss… American Red Cross requested to the scene.

On November 2nd, 2023 at approximately 5:56 p.m., officers from the Cumberland Police Department responded to Race Street for a complaint of destruction of property. Officers contacted Steven Richard White who advised that someone he resides with destroyed his belongings. Officers advised White of his rights to file charges at District Court and then attempted to clear the scene. Prior to leaving the scene, officers were alerted to a loud disturbance coming from inside the residence, White had entered. An officer was advised by a victim that White had struck them in the face. The officer observed signs of injury…

On November 2nd, 2023, the Cumberland Police Department served an arrest warrant on Jacob Allen Kasecamp. The arrest warrant was issued as a result of Kasecamp failing to comply with terms of a pre- trial release order. In addition to Kasecamp’s arrest warrant, he was served an active bench warrant for failing to comply with terms of pre-trial release orders for original charges of malicious destruction of property under $1,000 and disturbing the peace. He was placed under arrest for the warrant and transported to Central Booking. He was later seen by a District Court commissioner and held on a…

On November 2nd, 2023, the Cumberland Police Department served a bench warrant on Dolphin Ricardo Smith. The bench warrant was issued as a result of Smith violating terms of probation. When officers attempted to identify Smith, he provided a false name and received additional charges for providing the false name to avoid prosecution. Smith was placed under arrest and transported to Central Booking where he is currently awaiting a bond hearing. NAME: Dolphin Ricardo Smith  AGE: 31  Cumberland, MD CHARGES: Violation of Probation, Fraud- per identity to avoid prosecution, Obstructing and Hindering

West Virginia residents have access to a new online program that will deliver expert tutoring and homework services.  TUTORWV provides live and self-guided tutoring that includes test-prep for S-A-T and A-C-T testing as well as pre-med and pre-law entrance exams. Randall Reid-Smith, Curator of the state’s Department of Arts, explained the easy access for West Virginia residents…    

Daylight Savings Time ends this Sunday, November 5th.  That means those clocks have to be turned back an hour, although it happens automatically with most devices nowadays.  Across the country, there is still a move to do away with the clock change and even the American Medical Association says the time switch in the Spring causes an increased risk of heart problems, mood disorders and car crashes.  Florida Senator Marco Rubio introduced legislation to make Daylight Savings Time permanent…    

Development of housing remains a key issue for both Allegany County and the City of Cumberland.  With plans moving along for both the former Allegany site and the former Memorial Hospital property, housing is getting more attention than ever.  Cumberland Economic Development Director Matt Miller says such housing developments are key to providing living choices in the community…    

Maryland launched its highly-touted “Maryland Serves” Service Year program in ceremonies at the University of Maryland.  The program provides high school graduates with a 30-hour per week position paying $15 per hour through placements in education, health, public safety, public service, historic trades, and information technology.  Governor Moore told the 200+ participants they are breaking ground for the future…