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Christmas tree enthusiasts have been visiting national forests since the 1950s to bring a little holiday cheer and a little of their national forest into their homes. Andrew Avitt/USDA Forest Service photo

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No Christmas Tree Permit needed from Colville National Forest this year

Colville National Forest, which includes the Tonasket Ranger District, you can have up to two trees for free,…

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’…

New Tonasket Librarian Erika Stromerson. NCWL/submitted photo

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NCW Libraries welcomes new branch librarian Erika Stromerson for the Tonasket Library

NCW Libraries says it is pleased to welcome Erika Stromerson as the new Branch Librarian for the Tonasket…

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.

Thomas "Tom" Bowden

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Family of missing man asks for help in finding him

The Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help locating Thomas Karl Bowden, 64, who was last…

Oroville Reman and Reload is one of the biggest employers in Oroville. Legislation introduced by Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA), alongside Rep. Terri Sewell (D-AL), for the Supports American Wood and Mill Infrastructure with Loans for Longevity (SAWMILL) Act to permanently reauthorize the Timber Production Expansion Guaranteed Loan Program (TPEP). Gary DeVon/GT file photo

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Newhouse introduces legislation to strengthen U.S. timber industry

Rep. Dan Newhouse introduced legislation to permanently reauthorize the Timber Production Expansion Guaranteed Loan Program.

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…

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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…

Cindy Jensen cuts the ribbon, opening her new business, Tamarack Adult Medicine. Oroville WA Chamber of Commerce President Rocky DeVon and Oroville Chamber Secretary Shelly Roberts participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony. OWCoC/Submitted photo

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Tamarack Adult Medicine provides a range of medical services

Tamarack Adult Medicine is a new medical practice in Oroville and owner Cindy Jensen is an adult nurse…

A dirt trail winds through a forest with moss, ferns, and tall trees in Olympic National Park. Photo: Spencer Pauley/The Center Square

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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…

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…

Okanogan County Ballot Box outside the Oroville Police Department. Gary De Von/GT file photo

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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…