The University of Charleston and the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia are presenting an event in honor of the 236th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787. In 2004, Congress established September 17 th as Constitution Day. Constitutional scholar Jeffrey S. Sutton, Chief Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, will speak at the University of Charleston at 10 a.m. on Monday, September 18, in recognition of Constitution Day. The event will take place in the Golden Eagle Commons on the second floor of the Geary Student Union…

The Frostburg State Volleyball team swept D'Youville 3-0 in their second game on Friday night at the Crimson Hawk Classic. . Frostburg had a long break between game one and two to get the wind back in their sails from their five-set loss to Jefferson. They were well rested and ready to compete, beginning with a kill from senior Beverly Braun to start the action for FSU. D'Youville gave Frostburg some competition early in the set, as scores were traded back and forth until FSU took over and created a nine-point lead at 16-7. The Saints battled back, oustcoring the Bobcats 11-9…

On Friday, September 15, 2023 at approximately 6:15 PM, an officer of the Cumberland Police Department was on patrol in the area of Frederick Street at Linden Street when he observed a vehicle that was parked partially in the travel lane.  The officer contacted the operator who was identified as Dillon Lowery.  Lowery consented to a search and was found to be in possession of suspected crack cocaine.  He was placed under arrest and transported to police headquarters.  Lowery was later released on a criminal citation pending trial. ARRESTED:  Dillon Edward Lowery         AGE:  31         Cumberland, MD CHARGES:  CDS: Possess-Not Cannabis

On Saturday, September 16, 2023, the Cumberland Police Department served a bench warrant on David Stanfield Jr.  The warrant was issued as the result of Stanfield failing to appear in court on August 24, 2023.  He was originally charged with driving without a license.  Stanfield was arrested and transported to Central Booking.  He was later seen by a District Court Commissioner and released on his personal recognizance. ARRESTED:  David Lee Stanfield Jr.      AGE:  24          Cumberland, MD

Allegany County has been named one of the Best Places to Visit During Fall by USA Today’s 10Best, securing the second spot on the top 10 list.  A panel of travel experts partnered with USA Today’s 10Best editors to select the initial 20 nominees. The public had the final say, voting on the best destination during a four-week online voting contest. The Mountain Side of Maryland finished in the second spot behind Gatlinburg, Tennessee.  Other destinations getting votes included Mackinac Island, Branson Missouri, Stowe Vermont, Greenville South Carolina, Bayfield Wisconsin, Cody Wyoming, Taos New Mexico and Asheville North Carolina.

Bacon lovers – rejoice!  This Saturday the 2nd annual Cumberland Bacon Festival is taking place at the Canal Place Festival Grounds, beginning at 2pm.  The festival will feature food and drink vendors, live music throughout the day, and activities for the entire family. Hair Force One is the featured music headliner with their tribute to the classic big-hair bands of the 1980s. Tickets for the day are available on eventbrite.com

Allegany County Sheriff's Office is investigating a bomb threat made at the Allegany County Circuit Court. At approximately 0830 hours, on Friday, September 15, 2023, the Allegany County Sheriff's Office received a report that a bomb threat was called in at the Allegany County Circuit Court located at 30 Washington Street, Cumberland, Maryland. The Circuit Court building was immediately evacuated, and staff were transported out of the vicinity.  Law enforcement officers from Cumberland Police and Deputies from the Allegany County Sheriff's Office responded to the scene, established a perimeter and the immediate area was shut down. Buildings and residences in…

House Republicans today responded to the announcement that State Superintendent Mohammed Choudhury will not seek an extension to his contract which is set to expire in 2024. “Just days ago, Superintendent Choudhury came before the House Ways & Means Committee and pledged that he was staying in Maryland,” said House Minority Leader Jason Buckel.  “This abrupt turnaround and lack of transparency are endemic to Mr. Choudhury’s tenure as Maryland’s Superintendent. He has continuously failed to be upfront and accountable. It is time for our state to move on.” “Superintendent Choudhury’s decision not to pursue a contract extension is, hopefully, a step in the…

On Thursday September 14, 2023 the Allegany County Sheriff's Office responded to a residence in the area of Bedford Road, Cumberland, MD to check on the well being of an occupant at the residence. Upon arrival to the scene two deceased individuals were located. The Sheriff's Office requested the assistance of investigators with the C3I Unit, the Maryland State Police Crime Scene Unit, and the Medical Examiner's Office. An investigation at the scene revealed that a 56 year old white male killed his wife, a 52 year old white female, and then took his own life. There is no threat…

Joseph Alan Gordon, 33 of Columbus, Ohio, was served a Grand Jury Criminal Indictment with 17 charges including: Assault-First Degree, Attempted Kidnapping, Rape First Degree and Kidnap-Child under 16. He is being held without bond at the Allegany County Detention Center until his initial appearance in Circuit Court. Jason Andrew Jeffries, 35 of Cumberland, MD, was served a Grand Jury Criminal Indictment for CDS Distribution – Narcotics, CDS: Possession with intent to Distribute: Narcotics and CDS: Possession – Not Cannabis. He was served a Criminal Summons at the Allegany County Detention Center. Kennell Lemone Stith Jr., 26 of Baltimore, MD…