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O’Brien and Walls sworn in as new Hancock police officers
by Geoff Fox There are two new officers officially patrolling the streets of Hancock. Mayor Tim Smith swore in the new officers during the June town meeting June 7. Smith first swore in Officer Donnie O’Brien followed by Jesse Walls. Both officers had just graduated from the Police Academy at[Read More…]
Chronic Wasting Disease detected in 53 deer in Western Maryland
Map of chronic wasting disease management area in Allegany and Washington counties The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has re- ported that 53 white-tailed deer sampled within Allegany and Washington counties in 2021 tested positive for chronic wasting disease, a neurodegenerative disease found in deer and elk. All of Maryland’s[Read More…]
At the crossroads: Hiking community descends on Hancock Trails Day
Rangers from Maryland Department of Natural Resources enlightened visitors on the Western Maryland Rail Trail, exhibiting relics found along the trail, including hardened coal cinders from a steam engine and a glass tube from a telegraph pole. by Lisa Schauer photos by Lisa Schauer Hundreds of hiking enthusiasts descended on[Read More…]
License-free fishing days this Saturday and July 4
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will hold license-free fishing days on Saturday, June 11, and Monday, July 4. “Maryland’s annual license-free fishing days offer anglers a unique opportunity to explore the state’s diverse fishing without needing a fishing license, trout stamp, or registration,” said DNR officials. On these[Read More…]
Brown resigns from Hancock Police Dept.
by Geoff Fox After eight months with the Hancock Police Department, Officer Quentin Brown has resigned. Sgt. Rich Miller made the announcement Monday on social media. Brown’s resignation was accepted June 4, the post said. In the Hancock Police Department’s social media post, Miller said Brown leaves the department in[Read More…]
Summer Festival to benefit Shriners Hospital for Children
by Geoff Fox The Ali Ghan Shrine of Cumberland are holding a Summer Festival this Saturday, June 11 in Cumberland with proceeds to benefit the Shriners Hospital for Children locations. These hospitals provide service to the clients of Allegany, Garrett, and Washington County. First Lady Sonya Cooper Lathropis, wife of[Read More…]
Hancock woman arrested, charged with drug offenses
A Morgan County Sheriff’s officer responded to a call from McDonald’s on Saturday, June 4 at about 8 p.m. of a female in her 30’s on drugs who refused to leave. She later left when told that police were alerted. According to a criminal complaint filed in Morgan County Courthouse[Read More…]
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County school board to host superintendent finalists
by Geoff Fox The Washington County Board of Education has narrowed its considerations for the next superintendent of Washington County Public Schools to two candidates. The BOE was to have concluding interviews and activities with both finalists yesterday, Tuesday, June 7, and today, Wednesday, June 9. Current Superintendent Boyd Michael[Read More…]
