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Andy Gasho and his show-stopping crew won the best shanty award, featuring a Hawaiian-themed setup, with fishermen in Hawaiian shirts. Laura Knowlton/staff photo

Sports & Outdoors

Molson Ice Fishing Derby draws 200 anglers to Sidley Lake

It was a beautiful day on the lake for the Molson Ice Fishing Derby, which brought 200 registered…

Mid-Valley Hospital (MVH)/Clinic, and TranGO, have relocated the TranGO bus stop serving the hospital to the south side of the parking lot near the Emergency Department ambulance ramp. Tony Hawley, Security and Safety Director at MVH, who coordinated the event, and CEO Andy Bertapelle were on site for the move. Submitted photo

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TranGO moves hospital bus stop, adds seating and sidewalk

MVHC and TranGO have relocated and upgraded the transit stop serving the hospital campus, adding a new shelter,…

The entrance to the Oroville City Council Chambers is located on the south side of city hall, 1308 Ironwood Street.
The Oroville City Council meet in the council chambers at city hall the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 7 p.m. The entrance to the Oroville City Council Chambers is located on the south side of city hall, 1308 Ironwood Street. GT file photo

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Oroville City Council confirms 2026 committee roles

Oroville City Council began the year with routine organizational actions Jan. 6, confirming department head appointments and committee…

Participants last year at the third annual Bonaparte Lake Ice Fishing Derby participants enjoyed sunny skies and excellent ice conditions. The event drew in 320 anglers, making it the largest ice fishing tournament in Washington. Laura Knowlton/GT file photo

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Reel cold, reel fun: icy events planned for Molson, Bonaparte

The 22nd annual Molson Ice Fishing Derby is Saturday, Jan. 17 and the fourth annual Bonaparte Lake Resort…

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Oroville City Council approves 2026 budget of $11.2 million

OROVILLE — The Oroville City Council met Tuesday, Dec. 16 and approved vouchers and payroll, adopted the 2026…

Tonasket City Council took a moment to honor the final public meeting for City Clerk Alice Attwood, Council members Patti Hill and Teagan Levine. "Your service is greatly appreciated." City of Tonasket photo

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Tonasket City Council honors decades of service

The Tonasket City Council meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 9, carried both routine city business and a strong sense…

Last year’s Kids’ Christmas Party was held at the Oroville Grange Hall and was well attended. This year; the event takes place at the Oroville Free Methodist Church on Saturday; Dec. 13 and is expected to have as many kids and families attend. Gary DeVon/GT file photo

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A tradition of generosity: Oroville Kid’s Christmas Party continues

The spirit of Christmas will be on full display on Saturday, Dec. 13, when the Annual Orovile Kids’…

Tonasket City Hall and Library GT File Photo
Tonasket City Hall and Library. GT File Photo

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Tonasket approves revised law enforcement contract with Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office

The Tonasket City Council approved a revised three-year law enforcement agreement with the Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office.

A scene from the 2021 Winterfest in Tonasket. Laura Knowlton/file photo

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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…

Tonasket Food Bank volunteers are gearing up for the holiday season and serving the community. The week of Thanksgiving the food bank will be open on Tuesday, Nov. 25. The doors will be open from 8 a.m. until 11 a.m. Submitted photo

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Okanogan Family Faire donates $5,000 to Tonasket Food Bank

The Okanogan Family Faire has donated $5,000 to the Tonasket Food Bank as uncertainty continues surrounding supplemental food…

Tonasket City Hall and Library GT File Photo

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Tonasket City Council adopts 2026 Task Force Agreement, approves one-year funding and passes 2026 Tax Levy

Tonasket City Council met Nov. 12, taking action on several key items including adoption of the 2026 NCW…

North Valley Hospital. Laura Knowlton/GT File Photo

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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…

Oroville School Board candidates (clockwise from top left) Traci Neal, Geraline Savoia, Travis Loudon, Valerie Coolidge and Mike Egerton.

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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…