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From left to right: Rep. Travis Couture, Sen. Chris Gildon, Sen. June Robinson and Rep. Timm Ormsby speak during the general fund budget panel at the 2026 legislative session preview Jan. 9. Cassie Diamond photo/WNPA

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What’s on the agenda for Washington’s 2026 legislative session

Washington state senators and representatives discuss budget plans for upcoming term

Some Oroville residents and business owners are considering forming a neighborhood watch to aid Oroville’s Police Department keep an eye out for the juveniles causing property damage and vandalism in town. Gary DeVon/GT file photo

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Oroville business owners and residents seek solution to rash of juvenile crimes

A petition asking what can be done to help curb a rash of juvenile crimes targeting businesses and…

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Alroy Couch

Alroy Couch, 85, of Oroville, Wash., died Dec. 25, 2025. Al was born Sept. 15, 1940, in Mt.…

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…

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.