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šŸŒ± Cumberland police link burglary and auto theft to three young suspects

Cumberland, Maryland Patch AM: a 4 min read

Cheers Cumberland! Weā€™re back, helping you stay up to date with whatā€™s happening. Let's take on the day together! ā˜€ļø

In today's newsletter:

  • Cumberland police link burglary and auto theft to three young suspects
  • How Fort Hillā€™s daring two-point call stunned Bridgeport in Cumberland
  • Judicial probate hearing set this month at Cumberlandā€™s Prospect Square

Also on today's calendar: Central Methodist Church and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Partly sunny and cooler, with a high of 69 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Sunday: A little afternoon rain, temps: high: 64, low: 51.
  • Monday: Sunny to partly cloudy, with a high of 68 and low of 39 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

1. C3I Charges Two Adults, Juvenile In Burglary and Auto Theft (wcbcradio.com) ā€” Cumberland City Police and the Allegany County Warrant Apprehension Unit arrested two 18-year-olds and a juvenile after a recent vehicle theft on Altamont Terrace and a burglary at a West Side business. One suspect from Cumberland and another from Flintstone face multiple charges, including a handgun offense, while the juvenile has been placed in detention pending court proceedings.
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2. Fort Hill defeats Bridgeport 43-42 (wvnews.com) ā€” Fort Hill edged Bridgeport 43-42 in a thriller at Greenway Avenue Stadium in Cumberland, winning on a late touchdown and gutsy two-point conversion by standout back Neek Taylor. With big nights from Taylor and workhorse runner Carson Bender, the Sentinels stayed unbeaten and now turn their focus to a key county matchup against Mountain Ridge.
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3. Estate No. 41310 In The Orpha... (times-news.com) ā€” A judicial probate hearing for the estate of Joseph Brien Salinas Sr. is scheduled at the Allegany County Register of Wills office at 59 Prospect Square in Cumberland on October 27 at 9:45 a.m. If you may have an interest in this estate, youā€™re invited to review the file at the Register of Wills and note that the hearing date could be postponed or moved.
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4. Potomac Highlands United Way launches 2 new grant programs (wvnews.com) ā€” From its Cumberland office, Potomac Highlands United Way is rolling out two new grant programs that can directly help Allegany County families and nonprofits. Working with HRDC and other partners, the ALICE Crisis Diversion Fund offers up to $1,000 for sudden emergencies, while Meeting the Moment Grants provide flexible funding for local organizations tackling education, health, and basic needs.
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5. Record ENOUGH Funding Brings $32 Million To Maryland Communities Fighting Child Poverty (thebaynet.com) ā€” Cumberlandā€™s South Penn and John Humbird neighborhoods are among 30 Maryland communities sharing a record $32 million in ENOUGH Initiative grants to fight child poverty. State leaders say the funding, plus related Produce Rx and other grants, will back local plans that improve food access, jobs, and family stability, potentially bringing millions in new resources into Allegany County.
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šŸ’¬ Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Halloween is around the corner, and a band of energy vampires could be lurking around your home.
    Unfortunately, these energy-slurping electronics are not interested in candy, but rather sucking your electrical outlets bone dry while raising yourā€¦ (Nextdoor )
  • Halloween estĆ” a la vuelta de la esquina, y una pandilla de Ā«vampiros energĆ©ticosĀ» podrĆ­a estar acechando en tu hogar.
    Por desgracia, a estos aparatos electrĆ³nicos que devoran energĆ­a no les interesan los dulces; lo que buscan es agotar por completo la electricidad deā€¦ (Nextdoor )
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center posted a job opening for Food Service Attendant in Cumberland. Apply here.
  • Maurices posted a job opening for Retail Assistant Manager - Part-Time in Cumberland. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Cumberland here.

Ok Cumberland! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What has a cap but no head?" ā€” A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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