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It’s not to late to register and vote. People can do so in person at the Okanogan County Auditor’s Office in the county courthouse or register online at the Washington State Secretary of States Office. Gary DeVon/GT file photo

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Not too late to register and vote in the general election

It’s not to late for people to cast their vote in the general election, even if they are…

Candidates for Washington State Seventh District Repressentative Paul “Rocky” Dean and Hunter Abell. <em>Gary DeVon/staff photos </em>

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Hunter Abell and Paul ‘Rocky’ Dean running for Joel Kretz’ 7th District seat

Two candidates are on the general election ballot for 7th District Representative Position 2, Paul “Rocky” Dean (D)…

After midnight tonight, Friday, Oct. 25, the burning of vegetation within the unincorporated areas of Okanogan County is again allowed as the burning restrictions have been lifted. <em>File Photo</em>

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Okanogan County lifts burn restrictions in unincorporated areas

Okanogan County will be lifting Burn Restrictions after midnight tonight, Oct. 25, 2024.

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Fall is the time to prioritize fire safety as weather gets colder

Fall is a season that brings unique fire risks associated with increased heating, holiday preparations and outdoor activities.

Sydney, and a very young Kendall, Newman stopped by the Gazette-Tribune office during Oroville’s Downtown Trick or Treat in 2021. In addition to the businesses inviting people to trick or treat downtown again this year, there are two trunk or treats in Oroville and two in Tonasket and more. <em>Gary DeVon/GT file photo </em>

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Halloween events planned in Oroville and Tonasket

There are several events planned for Halloween this year in both Oroville and Tonasket.

Members of the Tonasket Comancheros Rodeo Club gathered at the Iron Grill last Saturday night to crown Miss Rodeo Tonasket, Izzabel Cruz. Cruz poses with her mother, lower right, Kaila Ortega. <em>Gary DeVon/staff photos </em>

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Miss Rodeo Tonasket

Izzabel Cruz, a 16-year-old sophomore at Tonasket High School was crowned Miss Rodeo Tonasket last Saturday evening by…

Oroville’s Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Plan was the topic of a public hearing at the Oct. 15 city council meeting. <em>GT File Photo</em>

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Oroville holds public hearing on Parks Recreation & Open Space Plan

Oroville Mayor Ed Naillon opened the Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Plan Public Hearing on Oct. 15.

North Valley Hospital was recently honored for they Critical Access Hospital Achievement of Quality Excellence program by the Washington State Hospital Association. Laura Knowlton/GT File Photo

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NVH prepares for what many healthcare facilities across the country are bracing for, an impending shortage of IV saline solutions.

National IV saline shortage due to hurricane affects local supply

Okanogan County Commissioner District 1 candidates Nick Timm and Mark Doney. <em>Gary DeVon/staff photos </em>

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Candidates for County Commissioner District 1 speak at Oroville forum

The candidates for Okanogan County Commissioner Position 1, Nick Timm and Marc Doney, participated in a candidates’ forum…

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources manages 3 million acres of state trust lands, 2 million acres of state-owned aquatic lands, and 97 natural areas covering nearly 170,000 acres. These lands include 1,300 miles of designated trails and more than 160 recreation sites, including 80 campgrounds. <em>DNR photo </em>

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Commissioner Franz to unveil first statewide recreation plan for public

Public can comment until Nov. 21 on DNR’s draft Outdoor Access and Responsible Recreation Strategic Plan

Tonasket has hired Pacific Security to conduct mobile patrols. Their responsibilities will focus on monitoring city-owned properties and public spaces.

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Tonasket responds to questions regarding public safety

The City of Tonasket responded to ongoing questions regarding public safety and the role of Pacific Security.

Candidates for Okanogan County PUD Commissioner Position 2, Wayne Stevie and Lauren McCloy. <em>Gary DeVon/staff photos </em>

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PUD Commissioner candidates speak at Oroville candidate’s forum

The candidates for Okanogan County PUD Commissioner Position 2, Lauren McCLoy and Wayne Stevie, participated in a candidates’…

Gary DeVon/staff photo A Tonasket area voter drops her ballot off at one of three ballot boxes in the county. According to Tonasket Mayor Patrick Plumb and City Clerk Alice Attwood, the box outside City Hall has been well used, with voters dropping off their ballots as late as 7:59 p.m. on election night. Gary DeVon/GT file photo

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Voting begins Friday for Washington’s Nov. 5 General Election

Washington’s county elections offices will mail ballots and open official ballot drop boxes by Friday…