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Derby Day
Soapbox racers Zack Hager, left, and Austin McKenzie coast down Main Street during the 33rd Elks Derby Day Saturday afternoon.
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New towers will improve emergency radio capabilities
A federal grant will pave the way toward improved emergency communications in outlying areas of Allegany County and, in the future, could lead to a new revenue source.
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West Side service station up for sale
After 77 years in business, the Dingle Exxon is up for sale.
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Solid waste review eyed for Frostburg
Sometime this fall and with the help of Frostburg’s citizenry, Public Works Commissioner Susan Keller hopes to have a new road map for dealing with solid waste management in the Mountain City.
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New income guidelines in effect to seek energy aid
New income guidelines are in effect for households to apply for energy assistance through the Allegany County Office of Home Energy Programs.
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Students attend war camp
The Allegany County Historical Society recently held a French and Indian War camp at the Gordon Robert House for fifth- and sixth-graders.
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New Creek VFD awaits bids for new ambulance
The New Creek Volunteer Fire Department is waiting to receive bids for a new Ford F-450 4-by-4 to replace an aging ambulance it purchased in 2006.
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In brief - July 5, 2009
City to discuss plans and zoning issues
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Woman killed in Route 28 collision
A Cumberland woman was fatally injured in a head-on collision Wednesday afternoon on state Route 28 that seriously injured her mother and the other driver, according to the Mineral County Sheriff’s Department.
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Volunteers sustain area EMS
Volunteers remain the backbone of Allegany County emergency medical services, officials said Wednesday, but six months into an agreement with the city of Cumberland on how advanced life support is provided, volunteers and five county-paid paramedics appear to be working together seamlessly.
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State offers a path to career as emergency medical technician
It’s not news that the number of volunteers available in Allegany County has been in a gradual but steady decline for the past 15 years.
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Spirit of Independence Day
Joan Fitzpatrick arranges Independence Day decorations outside her home in Moscow.
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Money from county nursing home sale in bank
It might have been a day late, but it was not a dollar short.
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Officials yet to provide details of county administrator search
Allegany County Human Resources Director Brian Westfall said he is unable to answer questions about the county’s search for a new county administrator for “at least a couple of more weeks.”
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Safety key to a good summer
With Fourth of July celebrations under way and vacations, camping, reunions and picnics scheduled, Cumberland Fire Chief William Herbaugh reminds residents that knowing a few fire safety tips and following safety instructions will help them have a safe summer.
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Police patrols, checkpoints, targeting drunk drivers
With only a slight decline of holiday travelers in Maryland predicted by AAA, local and state law enforcement agencies are supporting an initiative to reduce impaired-driving fatalities.
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Youths playing with lighter spark barn fire
A pole barn in the 17000 block of Williams Road was destroyed by fire Thursday that was the result of two youths playing with a lighter, according to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office.
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I-68, U.S. 219 resurfacing projects will slow traffic
The Maryland State Highway Administration is resurfacing portions of Interstate 68 and U.S. Route 219.
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Family Center grads
These teen mothers recently graduated from the non-traditional program at the YMCA Family Center.
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In Brief - July 3, 2009
Martin’s recalls powdered milk
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Luke Homecoming planning under way
The Luke Homecoming Planning Committee has begun preparations for its 2009 celebration.
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Heartland journey
Sheila Golden invited Girl Scout Troop 619 to join the Heartland Hillbillies Chapter of the Red Hat Society for a presentation by Joanna Guy, Miss Maryland’s Outstanding Teen 2008-09 and 2008 National Youth Storytelling champion.
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Outstanding W.Va. teen hails from Moorefield
Jackie Riggleman, daughter of Greg and Karen Riggleman, Moorefield, was crowned Miss West Virginia’s Outstanding Teen on June 20 in Morgantown during the live broadcast of the Miss West Virginia Pageant.
