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Third county ballot count shows leads remain the same

In the third count of the general election ballots, leads for county commissioner, PUD commissioner and state representatives…

Oroville Housing Authority (OHA) had its Conditional Use Permit approved by the Oroville City Council at their Nov. 5 meeting. The OHA is bringing its multi-family housing and RV park into compliance with the city’s municipal codes. <em>Gary De Von/staff photo </em>

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Oroville approves housing authority’s Triangle Park Project

The Oroville City Council held a public hearing on the Housing Authority’s CUP to bring the Triangle Park…

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WVC Omak presents ‘Revitalization of the Indigenous Language’ with Ted Moomaw

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, language teacher Ted Moomaw will present “Revitalization of the Indigenous Language”…

Deputies were dispatched to a one-vehicle collision in the area of 392 Havillah Road,. When they arrived and were investigating, their 2020 Dodge Durango, was struck from behind by a 2008 Ford F350. <em>OCSO photo </em>

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Sheriff’s patrol car struck by another vehicle while at accident scene

The patrol vehicle of two deputies was struck on Wednesday, Nov. 6 near Havillah, sending the driver and…

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Nick Timm leading Marc Doney for county commissioner in Tuesday’s general election

In the first count of ballots for the general election, Nick Timm leads for the position of Okanogan…

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Tonasket school board reviews policy changes and updates

The Tonasket School Board meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 30 covered a wide range of topics, emphasizing ongoing efforts…

Okanogan County’s 12th Street Bridge crosses the Similkameen River connecting Oroville with County Hwy. 7. In recent months, an illegal homeless encampment was established there. The county sheriff’s office and public works cleaned it up while they could still gain access to it before the snow falls. The county wanted it removed so that when spring run off comes the encampment isn’t washed away down river. Gary DeVon/staff photo

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County cleans up homeless camp under 12th Street Bridge near Oroville

Okanogan County Commissioners discuss clean-up of homeless encampment under 12th St. Bridge near Oroville

Noreen Olma, a member of the Okanogan County Cattlewomen ,has been named the 2024 recipient of the Washington State Cattlewoman of the Year award. “We are beyond lucky to have her as one of our members. Thank you for all you do,” said the Okanogan County Cattlewomen. <em>Okanogan County Cattlewomen/submitted photo</em>

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Noreen Olma named Washington State Cattlewoman of the Year

Noreen Olma, a member of the Okanogan County Cattlewomen, has been named the 2024 Washington State Cattlewoman of…

The Okanogan County Sasquatch organized a food drive to support local food banks. They were hosted by Lee Franks and Grants Market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. last Saturday, Nov. 2. Pictured with the generous donations of the Tonasket community are (l-r) Charlie Tonasket, Jason Utecht and Enrique Pio.  Submitted photo

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Okanogan County Sasquatch Food Drive

TONASKET – The Okanogan County Sasquatch Special Olympic Team organized a food drive hosted by Lee Franks and…

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Local elementary student receives threatening Snapchat messages

A group of elementary students have been receiving threatening messages via Snapchat which has raised alarms at Tonasket…

A winning Washington GET Art Contest poster.

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Washington families can save with confidence with GET

State-backed GET Prepaid 529 can be used for nearly any post-high school education or training.

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FBI and Portland PD release suspect info in ballot drop box arsons

Police in Portland have released new details about the suspect in Monday’s ballot box fires in Southeast Portland…

Congressman Dan Newhouse

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Newhouse, Fentanyl Task Force release final report

The Central Washington Fentanyl Task Force released the taskforce’s final report outlining guidance to help mitigate the ongoing…