Holiday magic returns to the valley: Oroville and Tonasket kick off the season
The holiday season will kick off as both Tonasket and Oroville host their annual Christmas festivities, each offering tree lightings and family fun.
WA Forest Practices Board approves new rule restricting timber harvests
The Forest Practices Board approved a water buffer rule drawing criticism from local counties that say their economies will be negatively impacted.
Monarch Salon opens to supply all your beauty need
Monarch Salon, owned by local resident Shelly Valverde, aims to provide welcoming and professional environment for all your beauty needs.
North Valley Hospital board reviews Sept. financials, Draft 2026 Budget
The North Valley Hospital Board met Oct. 30, to review September’s financials, hear audit updates and discuss the Preliminary 2026 Budget.
Some surprises in general election races with challenged incumbents
The latest count of the Tuesday, Nov. 4 general election results seems to indicate there were a few surprises for some of the incumbent candidates.
Man arrested for vehicular homicide in accident involving 11 people
A multiple injury accident in the early morning hours last Saturday resulted in at least one fatality and the arrest of the driver.
Oroville School board candidates lay out their plans
This week, we gave the candidates for Oroville School Board a chance to answer some questions about what their plans are if they are elected, or in some cases, reelected, as a school director. Of the seven candidates, five returned their answers to the questions we asked.
NW Washington lawmakers initiate ‘border summit’ to build stronger ties with Canadian neighbors
Seventh District Legislators took a short trip north to the US/Canadian border to strengthen ties with their neighbors in British Columbia.
Public invited to share feedback on pedestrian and bicycle improvements in Okanogan County
Online survey on how to better connect Omak, Okanogan and Riverside open through Oct. 17
- Oroville council reviews finances, reports and community concerns
- Health Care and Resource Day draws crowd at Oroville Farmers Market
- Oroville Elementary’s HOSTS Program seeks volunteers
- Andy’s Bar & Grill offering ‘adult beverages and good food’
- Families sue over death of two Colville Tribal members in county jail
- Roundabout and several other area fires ‘controlled’
