Cumberland River

October 2024

With a two-seed in the MDCC playoffs, Calvary defeats Mountain Ridge

CRESAPTOWN — On Tuesday, No. 5 Calvary defeated Heritage 3-1 to secure the second spot in the Mason-Dixon Christian Conference playoffs. Additionally, it guaranteed home-court advantage for the MDCC playoffs’ first two rounds. Senior Night was also observed by the Eagles (14-5), who honored Arabella DeValk and Hope Potts, the two captains.  Calvary head coach […]

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“Outstanding achievement” Candidates for Cumberland relocation will be evaluated 

CUMBERLAND: A committee will be established to examine hundreds of applications from people who are interested in relocating to Queen City. The goal of the pilot program, according to Cumberland officials, is to expand the region’s “talented workforce,” boost economic opportunities, and enhance city housing. A $10,000 relocation incentive was available for a limited period

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The children’s tale “Blueberries For Sal” will be the opening season feature for FSU’s Department of Theatre and Dance

FROSTBURG: The children’s musical “Blueberries for Sal” will launch the 2024–2025 season at Frostburg State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance on October 19 at 2 p.m. in the Drama Theatre of the university’s Woodward D. Pealer Performing Arts Center as part of Homecoming weekend. “Blueberries for Sal: The Musical,” which is based on Robert

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With a strong offensive second half, Frostburg wins 4-1

FROSTBURG: On Wednesday, Frostburg State defeated Wheeling 4-1 thanks to an impressive second-half scoring performance.”We’re always pleased when we win at home,” Keith Byrnes, head coach of FSU, stated. “I felt like we did a decent job of trying to distance ourselves from them and coming out in the second half. However, we were a

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Girls from Northern, Allegany, and Mountain Ridge win handily

 In one county clash, second-seeded Mountain Ridge (20-3) hosts third-seeded Allegany (15-7) at Frostburg, while top-seeded Southern (19-3) hosts county foe and fourth-seeded Northern (14-8). The start times of those two area semifinal contests are 6 p.m. On Wednesday, the higher seed will host the area finals.  The defending region champion and 2022–23 Class 1A

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Five People Got Injured In Mount Savage Road Collision

Lavale: The Allegany County Department of Emergency Services reports that two cars collided late Tuesday afternoon on Mount Savage Road close to the Timbrook car dealership, injuring three adults and two children but not seriously. Injured Were Transported For Medical Care DES ambulances transported each injured person to UPMC Western Maryland for medical attention. The

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Mountain Ridge Remains Flawless As Northern boys Defeat Fort Hill

Cumberland: The game-winning goal in the 67th minute by Brayden Upole gave Northern a 3-2 victory over No. 5 Fort Hill on Tuesday. At the half, the Huskies (1-5 in the Western Maryland Athletic Conference, 2-6 overall) had a 2-1 advantage. Lucas Evans’ goal, assisted by Vincent Largent, with 28:01 left in the game tied

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Patuxent, Good Counsel rise up in state poll; Fort Hill remains at No. 16   

PENNSYLVANIA: On the final play of the match, No. 24 Patuxent overcame No. 18 Huntingtown 26–20 thanks to a touchdown throw. Other than that outcome, all 25 of the teams ranked in the previous week’s Top 25 won, so this week’s rankings barely changed. Following a convincing 51-0 victory against Gilman, Archbishop Spalding continues to

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In a five-game thriller against Mountain Ridge, Fort Hill prevails; Hampshire sweeps Allegany; Calvary is tied

CUMBERLAND: In a thrilling five-game match on Monday, No. 2 Fort Hill defeated No. 4 Mountain Ridge.After losing the first two games, 25-17 and 25-16, the Sentinels (6-1 overall, 3-1 Western Maryland Athletic Conference) won the next three, 25-17, 25-14, and 15-13, to win the match. Mountain Ridge lost to WestMAC 4-3.Addison Furstenberg, Kamryn Rice,

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Food and Beverages Prohibited in Riverside Park

CUMBERLAND: The mayor and City Council unanimously decided on Tuesday to exclude food and beverages from Riverside Park, setting up a conflict between historical preservation and a neighborhood charity initiative. The George Washington Headquarters cabin at the park has been cared after by the Daughters of the American Revolution Cresap Chapter regent for about ninety

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