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Jodie Barcus, candidate for Okanogan County Sheriff. Submitted photo

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Jodie Barcus announces candidacy for Okanogan County Sheriff

Jodie Barcus, Okanogan County Chief Criminal Deputy, announced her intention to run for the position of Okanogan County…

A large panel of people involved in the criminal justice system attended a meeting at the Oroville Grange Hall to discuss juvenile property crimes in the Oroville area. Right, Oroville Police Chief Gary Hirst answers a question at Thursday’s town hall meeting. Also pictured are Okanogan County Administrative Assistant Teagan Levine and Prosecuting Attorney Albert Lin. Gary De Von/staff photos

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Juvenile property crimes meeting draws a full house

A meeting held to discuss the rash of property crimes, especially by juveniles, was well attended by concerned…

Mickey Wheatley

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Suspect in child’s death arrested after multi-jurisdiction effort

After an extensive homicide investigation an arrest has been made in the death of three-month-old Tonasket infant, Ellie…

Sen. John Lovick, D-Mill Creek, speaks in support of Senate Bill 5974 during a public hearing Jan. 15. Lovick is the prime sponsor of the bill. Cassie Diamond/WNPA Intern

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State sheriffs oppose bill for new eligibility

Senate Bill 5974 proposes new eligibility requirements for county sheriffs and police chiefs

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…

Okanogan County Sheriff patro vehicle. GT file photo

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Man arrested for vehicular homicide in accident involving 11 people

A multiple injury accident in the early morning hours last Saturday resulted in at least one fatality and…

More than 1000 fentanyl-laced pills and 25 weapons, as well as stolen property were seized after a warrant was executed at a residence on Jennings Loop Road, Oroville. The bust resulted in the arrest of two men on drug delivery and other charges. NCWNTF/GT file photo

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Mexican National, arrested near Oroville, sentenced to 19 years in federal prison for drug trafficking

Esquivel-Bolanos, with ties to the Jalisco Cartel, sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking in Eastern Washington and…

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Governor Ferguson appoints Rachel Hong to Okanogan County Superior Court

Gov. Bob Ferguson announced the appointment of Winthrop resident Rachel Hong to the Okanogan County Superior Court, effective…

The NCW Narcotics Task Force often finds more than drugs when serving a search warrant. These 25 firearms were seized when a search warrant was served at a residence on Jennings Loop Rd. in Oroville in May of 2023. NCWNTF photos

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Regional Narcotics Task Force faces shutdown following federal grant cut

The NCW Narcotics Task Force is facing the possibility of shutdown following the elimination of the federal grant…

June 5, 2025 photo of Travis Decker, accused of killing 3 daughters in Chelan County, Washington. Photo courtesy of Chelan Co. Sheriffs Office

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Travis Decker sought mental health counseling 2 weeks before daughter murders

The murder of three young girls in Chelan County last week is shining a spotlight on veterans’ mental…

A photo of Travis Decker posted on the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page.

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Search for murder suspect and investigation continue in Okanogan County in coordination with Chelan County Sheriff’s Office

The Chelan County Sheriff’s Office continues its active investigation into the tragic murder of three children, allegedly committed…

Fentanyl laced pills and guns seized near Oroville in 2023. In appealing for support from the City of Tonasket, Josh Petker, Commander of the North Central Washington Narcotics Task Force, said, “We’re talking about pounds of fentanyl in this community. We are not talking dime bags, it’s pounds. That’s where our focus is right now with the limited staffing we have.” NCWNTF photo

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Tonasket Council approves letter to aid narcotics task force

Josh Petker, the Supervisor of the NCWNTF, requested a letter of support from Tonasket to aid in its…

The decision to demolish the building formally known as the Tonasket Police Department was not made lightly, as it held sentimental value for many residents who remember the historical significance. Over the past serveral years, city officials have discussed the future of the building, during Tonasket City Council meetings. While future plans have not been set in stone, city officials are considering future plans to expand city hall and the public library. Laura Knowlton/staff photo

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Tonasket bids farewell to former police headquarters

Early the morning of March 19 marked the end of an era and new possibilities as the former…