Frostburg State Football team remained undefeated after taking care of West Liberty in their home opener, defeating the Hilltoppers 37-7 on Saturday afternoon. Frostburg received the ball first, with senior Graham Walker completing three passes down the stretch, leading to a four yard rush up the middle by redshirt freshman Owen Doyle that would put the Bobcats on the board on their first drive. Senior Dayne Koontz started his day off strong, knocking the extra point through the uprights for an early 7-0 FSU lead less than five minutes into the game. FSU's defense came ready to play in their…

Specialist (Spc.) Corey A. Moore, 25, a Soldier assigned to the West Virginia National Guard 821st Engineer Construction Company, passed away following a motor vehicle accident on the afternoon of September 10, 2023.    "Cathy and I are incredibly heartbroken at the loss of this brave young man,” Gov. Justice said. “We share our deepest sympathies and our heartfelt prayers to all of Spc. Moore's loved ones because this is a true tragedy beyond belief, especially to lose someone so young. Our National Guard members protect our state and our country, and put their lives on the line to keep…

Plans for a winter market and festival on the Canal Place Plaza are in the works by the Downtown Development Commission and help is going to be needed.  The market is planned for late November and early December and will be happening in tandem with the Polar Express trains of the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad.  DDC Executive Director says volunteers will be able to help in different areas of the festival…

The Mayor and City Council of Cumberland will hold a Public Work Session on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 4:30 PM in the 2nd Floor Conference Room of City Hall. The Mayor and City Council's regularly scheduled Public Meeting will be held at 6:15 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers. Meeting agendas are attached and may be further referenced through the City's website at http://www.cumberlandmd.gov/129/Agendas-Minutes  Questions regarding this matter may be directed to the City Clerk's office.

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