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CSX announces planned enhancements at Willard yard
CSX Transportation has announced it is undertaking an important project to improve the infrastructure at its Cumberland, Md. rail yard. CSX expects to undertake similar infrastructure enhancements in its Willard, Ohio and Hamlet, North Carolina yards. The strategic initiative aims to reconfigure the yards for enhanced safety and productivity, enabling...
Outdoor recreation subject of panel discussion
Outdoor recreation is a $17 billion per year boon to the state, and a panel of local business people joined a state expert to discuss benefits and inhibitors to growing that industry locally. Housing issues, the difficulties in finding employees, and the benefits the outdoors can provide in business development...
Joyce presents record to BRP
U.S. Rep. John Joyce recently presented a Congressional Record to officials at Bedford Reinforced Plastics in recognition of the company’s 50th anniversary in 2024. Pictured left to right are Eric Kidd, Mike Feight, Glenn Smith, Rep. Joyce, Doug Bussard, Tom Wright, Ralph Feeney, Brad Kaiser, Kevin Ickes, Greg Hauck, Rhett Funston, and Bill Smith. — Photo submitted.
Shackley happy with Trials performance, looking forward to NC State, 2028
Bedford’s Leah Shackley is getting used to the larger and longer swim meets, and Shackley is excited with how her future looks. The recently graduated swimmer, who will be a freshman at North Carolina State when she gets on campus, competed in 3 events last week at the U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials in Indianapolis.
Caro was huge tackler at Bedford and Edinboro
Dan Caro was one of the top linebackers in the area and went on to become one of the top players in Edinboro University history. Caro is a 1995 graduate of Bedford High School, where he was a leading tackler for the Bisons at linebacker. In his years at Bedford, the Bisons had a 30-6 record including 3 District 5 championships.
Myrtle Irene (Jones) Sellers
BedfordMyrtle Irene (Jones) Sellers, 82, of Bedford, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2024, at her home with her son Steve and niece Annette by her side. Myrtle is now with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was born on July 18, 1941, a daughter of the late Alvin...
Bedford's Brambley was National D-II runner-up wrestler
Irwin Brambley had a strong scholastic athletic career and continued with a spectacular collegiate career that included a team national championship and an individual national runner-up finish. He is a 1993 graduate of Bedford High School, where he was a 3-sport athlete.
Man arrested after stabbing father, threatening family over being denied medication
AUGUSTA, WV (LOOTPRESS) – One man has been arrested after stabbing his father and threatening his family over being denied medication. According to a criminal complaint, on Saturday, June 15, 2024, West Virginia State Trooper S. M. Ward responded to a call for assistance from the Hampshire County Sheriff’s Office regarding a domestic incident on […]
DelFest Sessions: Big Richard
Our DelFest Sessions continue with the second edition in our series from the McCoury-hosted festival, held over Memorial Day Weekend 2024. We were fortunate to have BGS contributors and videographers I Know We Should on hand at the event in Cumberland, Maryland to capture intimate, riverside performances with some of the impressive acts on the DelFest lineup. This time, we’re featuring Colorado-based string band, Big Richard.
Faculty and Staff Spotlight - Shawn Jones
ENews Faculty and Staff Spotlight highlights employees who are making a difference on our campus every day and helping to change the lives of our students. This edition of eNews features Shawn Jones, Honorary Alumnus. Position and Department: Student Development Specialist, TRIO-Student Support Services. How long have you worked at...
Cumberland Post 13 takes two more from Garrett
MCHENRY — Garrett Post 71/208/214 battled Fort Cumberland Post 13 in a pair of Mountain District American Legion baseball games this past week. Cumberland swept the two games to 5-1 in the season series over Garrett, winning 7-4 last Thursday before taking Tuesday night’s contest, 11-7.
Alumni Spotlight - Ashley Swinford '13
ENews Alumni Spotlight highlights alumni who give back to Frostburg in some way – time, talent, treasure or any combination. This edition of eNews features Ashley Swinford '13. Current City: Cumberland, Md. Current Occupation: Director of Marketing and Outreach, Allegany County Library System. Why did you choose to attend...
Retired Employee Spotlight - Cynthia "Cindy" (Chabot) Powers '88
ENews Retired Employee Spotlight highlights former employees who made a difference on our campus every day and helped to change the lives of our students. This edition of eNews features retired employee Cynthia "Cindy" (Chabot) Powers '88. Department Retired From: University Police Department, Sergeant. How long did you work at...
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