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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…

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.

A U.S. Border Patrol helicopter was also enlisted to do a search from the air for the missing 77-year-old Lucy Burns, as well  as 93 search personnel from six counties.

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Wauconda area woman still missing, despite extensive search

Despite a massive effort to find her, a 77-year-old Wauconda area woman, reported missing the evening of Aug.…

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Okanogan County will no longer provide policing for Tonasket

The Okanogan County Commissioners agreed to terminate their interlocal police service contract with Tonasket

Chris Wolley, one of the irganizers of the Lake Osoyoos Cup races, rounds a bouy in apast race. <em>GT file photo</em>

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Lake Osoyoos Cup Jet Ski Races at Deep Bay this weekend; National Night Out Aug. 6

The Lake Osoyoos Cup Jet Ski Races Family Festival takes place Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 2 to…

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Sheriff’s Office warns of phone scam going around

Okanogan County Undersheriff Dave Yarnell reports that the phone scam that occurred in June is going around again.

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Two WA juvenile rehab facilities suspend intakes for first time due to overcrowding

Two juvenile rehabilitation centers have suspended the intake of new offenders due to overcrowding.

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Washington law enforcement org weighs in on upcoming changes to pursuit law

Law enforcement agencies across Washington state will have a less restrictive set of rules when it comes to…

K9 Timber, the newest member of the Okanogan County Corrections team. <em>OCSO photo</em>

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K9 Timber, certified in finding fentanyl and other contraband, joins OCC team

K9 Timber and his handler Corrections Deputy (CD) Bennett graduated from training Friday, April 11.

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Police given more leeway to pursue suspects

Rollbacks on police pursuits win bipartisan support after intense deliberations.

Sen. John Lovick studies a proposal at his desk on the floor of the Senate. Photo courtesy of Senate Democrats

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Police officers soon will be allowed to work part time

Washington remains 51st in the nation for police officers per capita and one answer to that problem might…

The Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office’s newly completed Mobile Command Vehicle/Trailer. The command trailer’s purpose is to support county agencies and entities (city, county, fire, EMS and other special purpose districts) in the county during unusual or disaster events. OCSO photo

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Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office has new Mobile Command Vehicle/Trailer

The command trailer’s purpose is to support county agencies and entities in the county during unusual or disaster…

Sen. Yasmin Trudeau, D-Tacoma, prime sponsor of SB 6009, addresses the Senate. A bill banning the use of hogtying by the police was approved by the Senate. Photo courtesy of Senate Democrats. WNPA photo

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Hogtying ban unanimously passes state Senate

Washington State could become the first state to ban this arrest tactic