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7 stories this week and 14 events in the week ahead.
The City of Cumberland is temporarily closing sections of Baltimore Street on October 28 and 29, 2026, to install holiday decorations. The closures will occur between the hours of 5:30 AM and 2:00 PM.
Sources: City of Cumberland · News, City of Cumberland · News
The City of Cumberland has announced a grant program offering up to $150,000 for fire suppression system upgrades in commercial and mixed-use properties within the Sustainable Communities boundary. Eligible applicants must submit applications by the deadline and provide a dollar-for-dollar cash match, with awards capped at $25,000 per project.
Sources: City of Cumberland · News
No. 4 Allegany defeated Northern Garrett 48-0 in a high-scoring game at Greenway Avenue Stadium on Friday evening. The victory marked the second consecutive week that quarterback ran the first play from scrimmage to score for the Campers.
Sources: Cumberland Times-News
The annual South Cumberland Business and Civic Association Marsha L. Thomas Memorial Halloween Parade is scheduled for Wednesday at Smith Park in Cumberland. The event begins with mummer judging at 5:30 p.m., followed by the parade at 7 p.m., with participation limited to children 12 and under.
Sources: Cumberland Times-News
The Revlon Girl event is a historical reenactment or educational program commemorating the Aberfan disaster, which occurred in Wales and involved a landslide destroying an elementary school. This specific listing appears to be a placeholder or error on the Allegany County Tourism website, as the event details describe a tragedy that took place decades ago and is unrelated to current events in Cumberland, Maryland or Allegany County.
Sources: Allegany County Tourism · Events
The City of Cumberland announces the start of its annual leaf collection on November 9, 2026. The schedule details specific pickup windows for various neighborhoods and advises residents to rake leaves properly or bag them for private haulers.
Sources: City of Cumberland · News
The City of Cumberland has issued traffic advisories for the upcoming Pride March scheduled for Sunday, October 25, 2026. Specific street closures and detours will be in effect on Mechanic Street, Centre Street, Greene Street, and Baltimore Street between 11:00 AM and 11:45 AM to ensure pedestrian safety.
Sources: City of Cumberland · News
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