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WESTERNPORT, Md. - When the 24th Lisa Wade 5K Run is held on Saturday, July 13, at Creekside Park in Westernport, there are records to be broken. The Broadwater Family (in memory of Bob Broadwater) has offered a race incentive that pays out $100 for each course record that is broken. This is a $50 increasing payout for each year the records stay intact and increases to maximum payout of $500. This year the bounty is:

FROSTBURG, Md. - The City of Frostburg will once again be the site of a pirate invasion on Wednesday, July 10, when the Children’s Literature Centre at Frostburg State University and the City of Frostburg team up to provide a free day of pirate merriment, tales, treasures and treats for young children of the region.

Cumberland, MD — On Saturday, June 29, officers from the Cumberland Police Department responded to a reported robbery in the 100 block of Virginia Avenue at approximately 9:01 p.m. Upon…

Eugene H. Cameron, 91, Somerset, passed away Saturday, June 29, 2024 at Somerset Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. He was born August 15, 1932 in Markleton, a son of Charles Melvin and Hazel (Rose) Cameron. His parents, sisters, Laverne Sanner and Shirley Bittner and brothers, Charles Melvin, Kenneth and Robert preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Geraldine (Nicklow), son, Gary Eugene, Somerset; daughters, Linda Kay Yoder (Michael), Listie and Angela Renee King (Brandy), Connellsville; grandchildren, Mya and Maelin Cameron, Michael Yoder and Cameron and Kendal King and a great granddaughter, Kyanha; also a sister, Beverly Hutzell (Butch), Somerset. Gene was a US Army veteran of the Korean War, a member of Carpenter’s Union Local 2274, Pittsburgh, Kingwood Church of God, Ursina American Legion Post 946 and Confluence V.F.W. Post 7250. He enjoyed working in his wood shop, camping, wintering in Florida and especially spending time with his family. Friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 PM Tuesday at the Humbert Funeral Home in Confluence. A funeral service will be held at 11 AM Wednesday in the Kingwood Church of God with Rev. William Miller and Rev. James Monticue officiating. There will be viewing at the church one hour prior to the service. Interment in Kingwood IOOF Cemetery. The family would like to thank Somerset Healthcare and Rehab Center for their loving care to Gene during his stay there. Arrangements by Humbert Funeral Home and Cremation Services. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.humbertfuneralhome.com.

Bermudian Springs School District is seeking a new autistic support teacher at its elementary school to continue the dedicated classroom work. “The rate of autism has increased exponentially over the past 20 years. Currently, one in 36 children have been identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD),” said Brooke Shaffer, Bermudian Springs director of special education.

Pipeline project getting a week off. The ongoing waterline replacement project throughout Bedford Borough will not take place from July 1-5.

Barbara Naomi (Niemiec) Walker, of Somerset, born on July 5, 1938 left this earth peacefully on July 1, 2024. The universe has gained a very bright shining star. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Barbara was the daughter of John and Leona (Blair) Niemiec. Preceded in death by parents; brothers, John, Joseph and Frank; sisters,” Mickey”, Betty and “Peaches” and son-in-law, Georgie. Dearly loved and survived by husband, Kenneth Walker; children, Lee Ann Perry, Mary Ann (Sammy) Panza, Kenny (Sherry) Walker and John (Linda) Walker; grandchildren, Barbie, Jacy, Tyler, Kristen and Lindsay; and great-grandchildren, Taylor, Logan, John, Rosalind, Daven, Caydon and baby Ira Jane. She is also survived by sisters, Toni Mayak and Debie Snider and brothers, Rich (Becky) and many loving nieces and nephews and friends. Barbara graduated from JBJ High School where she was a majorette. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. Barbara loved her family fiercely, loved the “Mountain Ground Camp”, the beach, nature, flowers and knitting. (She knitted more baby blankets and scarves than the sky has stars and loved giving them as gifts). There was nothing that she could not do. She wanted steps from her kitchen to the family room so she put a hole in the floor and when Ken came home one day the new steps were there! Her love for life, family and friends had no boundaries. Barbara never met a stranger. She led by example and brought the best out of everyone she met. Barbara passed from this earth with the same grace and dignity that she lived each and every day. She was ready to meet up with the other angels in Heaven. Barbara will be greatly missed by all more than words can say. At Barbara’s request, all services will be private. Arrangements by MILLER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY of Somerset. Interment will be held at Somerset County Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers and in Barbara’s memory, as you pass a stranger to today, give them a big smile, a kind word or a hug. We are all better people from knowing her. Online condolences may be expressed at millerfuneralhomeandcrematory.com.

The Bedford Fairgrounds Speedway is no stranger to being rich in history and tradition, and Friday night’s slate of events made history once again. It was the 900th race in the track’s history.

Seventeen-year-old Leah Shackley, representing Blair Regional YMCA, recently concluded her competitive swim career on a high note by qualifying for the United States Olympic Trials in Indianapolis. The Bedford native, now preparing for college swimming at North Carolina State University, expressed deep gratitude to her community following her finals appearance...

28 June 2024- The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development today announced it has issued $34.8 million in bonds through the Local Government Infrastructure Finance (LGIF) Program to support infrastructure improvement efforts across the state. DHCD’s Community Development Administration administers the bonds on behalf of counties, municipalities and/or their...

Twenty high school students from counties in Maryland and Pennsylvania had the opportunity to participate in the 2024 Frostburg State University STEM Summit on FSU’s main campus June 18-21. During this four-day, three-night event, students were engaged in STEM instruction and problem-solving as they reinforced and expanded their knowledge...

Allegany College of Maryland’s summer open house and housing preview day will be held on Monday, July 15, at its Cumberland campus. Pictured, Mo Pratt, a student recruiter at ACM, leads a tour during an earlier open house. Caitlin Diehl.

CUMBERLAND — Nadine Marie (Hardesty) Fitzwater, 104, of Cumberland, died Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at the Allegany Health Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born Feb. 9, 1920 in Ridgeley, W.Va., the daughter of the late Chester T. Hardesty and Elizabeth M. (Smith) Hardesty.

BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Somerset Patriots, the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate, have partnered with Operation Shoebox New Jersey for a Patriotic Celebration for the Wednesday, July 3rd game at TD Bank Ballpark when the Patriots take on the Reading Fightin Phils (Philadelphia Phillies) at 7:05 pm. In addition to...

Kelly McGee started Aesthetics By Kell in 2022 to offer medspa services, clean skincare, and beauty products in the historic district of Bedford, PA. Kelly Is an aesthetic nurse practitioner who developed her clean, toxin-free skincare line that creates results. Additionally, she has searched far & wide to curate a...

Isaac Cummings, of Huntingdon, has been named to the dean's list at Frostburg State University, Frostburg, Maryland, for outstanding academic achievement for the spring 2024 semester, with the distinction of a 4.0 grade point average. To be eligible for the dean's list, a student must complete a minimum of 12...

CUMBERLAND -- The investigation by Maryland State Police into the death of a state prison inmate in Allegany County will close what began as a triple-homicide in Salisbury 52 years ago. ...

CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — This week marks the annual summer camp organized by the American Diabetes Association in Somerset County. Known as ADA Camp Courage, the camp takes place at Camp Soles in Rockwood. Children aged 8 to 17 with diabetes spend several days and nights participating in typical summer camp activities like swimming and canoeing. In addition to recreation, they receive education about managing their diabetes from medical experts and find camaraderie with peers facing similar challenges.

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Final plans are in the works in western Maryland for an annual summertime ritual, a rigorous four days of cycling. But the adventure is for a very worthy cause. The 140-year-old non-profit has a big impact on Washington County. The Great Bicycle Tour is from July 13 to […]