Washington County has announced the location of a leading health, beauty, and kitchen appliance manufacturer.  Conair LLC will be located on Downsville Pike in a 2.1 million square foot distribution center soon to be built.  It is believed to become the largest single distribution center in the state.  Approximately 700 new jobs will be created in the next 10 years. Conair’s expansion into Maryland is being assisted by a loan through Advantage Maryland as well as a loan from Washington County. Conair’s location gives it access to major consumer markets, several highways and ground and freight hubs, according to State…

Allegany County recently finished second in a USA Today 10-Best Poll for areas to visit for Fall Foliage.  County residents were encouraged to vote daily in the contest and led in the voting for several days.  County Commissioner Bill Atkinson reflected that residents here know the beauty of the area and have pride in it…  

The price utilities pay their suppliers for gas is not regulated by the Public Service Commission but rather is determined by the market.  Last year, the market was particularly volatile, leading to increased costs. This year, the market has settled and prices have decreased by 20-40%, depending on the gas provider. Mountaineer and Hope Gas together serve almost 89% West Virginia’s customers, including Mineral County and have asked the PSC for adjustments that may lower residential bills for the winter.

This year’s Local Business Showcase, sponsored by the Allegany County Chamber of Commerce, is taking a new direction in helping area businesses.  Juli McCoy, Chamber Executive Director says the day will start out providing help for those looking to start or grow a business…   The Local Business Showcase is scheduled for October 18th at FSU’s Lane Center with workshops starting at 10 and the showcase opening at 4:30pm. 

Allegany County’s recent second-place finish in the USA Today poll of best places for Fall Foliage reflected the work of the entire community coming together to vote daily and promote the area.  That idea isn’t lost on County Commissioner Bill Atkinson who says that people living here don’t truly realize how close-knit the area is compared to other parts of the state…    

The City of Cumberland Engineering Department, on behalf of Carl Belt Inc., would like to notify the public that the Baltimore Street Bridge will be closed to thru traffic on Thursday, October 12th, at 7am to 12pm in order to perform necessary construction in the area. A detour will be in place to direct vehicles around the site. The Engineering Department will issue further notification when closures are scheduled and when traffic patterns change. Please use caution in the area and follow all traffic control devices that will be in place. If there are any questions, please contact the City…

On Wednesday, October 11, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., water service will be interrupted on Lincoln & Marietta Streets for a valve replacement. The area affected includes Lincoln Street from Victoria Street to Marietta Street and Marietta Street from Frederick Street to Bedford Street.

The attack on Israel by Hamas may be a driver in future gas prices for Maryland.  While Israel is not a major world oil producer, experts say crude oil prices may rise if other countries in the region are drawn into the conflict.  On Monday, the price of oil was approaching $90 a barrel as traders drove the price up over last week’s close.  Israeli counter-attacks could draw Iran or other countries into the conflict and spark higher oil prices that will aggravate already high pump prices due to Maryland’s 47-center per gallon state tax.

On 10/09/2023 at approximately 7:15 PM the Cumberland City Police were dispatched to a business on Queen City Drive. An employee advised that Matthew Duvall had stolen from the business and he had previously been served a no trespassing letter. The officer located Duvall and placed him under arrest. Duvall was taken to the Allegany County Detention Center for central booking. Duvall received a hearing before a District Court Commissioner and was held on a $2,500.00 bond. Arrested – Matthew Hunter Duvall (38) Cumberland, MD Charges – Theft less than $100.00, Trespassing Private Property

On 10/09/2023 at approximately 5:00 PM the Cumberland City Police were dispatched to a business in the 700 block of Park Street for a theft complaint. The officers were provided a description and they contacted Damian Scltzer a short distance away. Scltzer advised he stole items and consumed them prior to being stopped. Scltzer was arrested and transported to the police station.  Scltzer was issued a Criminal Citation and released pending trial in District Court. Arrested – Damian Scltzer (45) Cumberland, MD Charge – Theft less than $100.00