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Public Notice: HPC Meeting Scheduled for July 17, 2024
Due to the holidays, the Cumberland Historic Preservation Commission Meeting for the month of July will be held on the third Wednesday, July 17th, at 4pm in the City Hall Council Chambers. A copy of the meeting agenda and packet can be viewed on the City of Cumberland's website 48...
Students dive into STEM activities at FSU
FROSTBURG, Md. — 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 in these fields and stimulated their interest in a STEM career by networking with science professionals. This event also helped Frostburg expand outreach and engagement with high school STEM coordinators, teachers, and administrators across the region and gave the university the chance to showcase the STEM opportunities available at FSU.
Linda L. Shriver
Linda Lou Shriver, age 81 of Romney, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, June 27, 2024. Born Dec. 4, 1942, in Morgantown, she was the daughter of the late Hector and Elizabeth (Jolliffe) LeRoy. In addition to her parents, Linda is preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, James L. “Jim” Shriver; her daughter, Suzanne Shriver; and her older brother, David LeRoy.
James L. Miller
James Lee Miller, 72, of Petersburg, passed away on Friday, June 28, 2024, at Keyser Healthcare Center, Keyser. He was born on April 30, 1952. Arrangements are handled by McKee Funeral Home, Baker. To plant a tree in memory of James Miller as a living tribute, please visit Tribute Store.
Flying Squirrels Push Back, Halt Somerset Patriots' 4-Game Win Streak
RICHMOND, Va. - The Somerset Patriots were defeated by the Richmond Flying Squirrels by a score of 11-3 on Saturday night at the Diamond, snapping Somerset’s season-high four-game win streak to open the second half of the season. RHP Trystan Vrieling (3.0 IP, 10 H, 9 ER, 2 BB,...
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Holiday closure at Fort Bedford Park. The park, located in Bedford, will close at noon and be closed the remainder of the day on Thursday, July 4, to all vehicles, to accommodate the annual fireworks display. Vehicles not associated with the event will be towed at the owner’s expense.
New Pennsylvania museum honors rich history of making maple products
SOMERSET, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Historical and Genealogical Society of Somerset County celebrated the grand opening of the new Pennsylvania Maple Museum. A ribbon cutting for the museum was held Saturday afternoon. It’s located on a lane behind the Somerset Historical Center. Visitors got the chance to view the exhibits and watch demonstrations on how […]
Ruopp receives master’s degree from Frostburg State University
FROSTBURG, Maryland — Madison Ruopp of Old Town received a master of science degree in recreation, parks and sport management from Frostburg State University in Frostburg, Maryland at its 164th […]
Berm seeks autistic support teacher
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.
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