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Once in a generation snowstorm sweeps through county

BREWSTER – The National Weather Service (NWS) is calling the pre-Christmas snow storm a “once in a generation event” according to bulletins it has been issuing warning travelers of …

Pateros City Council approves TIB agreement for ADA improvement funds

PATEROS -- The Pateros City Council held its last regular meeting for the year on Monday, Dec. 19, and among other business approved a resolution for grant funds from the state Transportation …

Brewster man one of five arrested on drug charges – all part of same drug trafficking organization

WENATCHEE - On December 8, Chelan County Deputies responded to a male passed out in a vehicle in Manson. Deputies that arrived on scene recognized the male as Caleb Ritz, a 39 year old male from …

Five arrested on drug charges all part of the same drug trafficking organization - Brewster man arrested in Manson

NCW - On December 8th, 2020, Chelan County Deputies responded to a male passed out in a vehicle in Manson, WA.  Deputies that arrived on scene recognized the male as Caleb Ritz, a 39 year old …

National Weather Service calling for temps in single digits, below zero overnight lows

If you think it's cold now, it's about to be much colder.  The next few days could be challenging to some. The National Weather Service is calling for even colder temps over …

Transportation Improvement Board awards Brewster Old 97 funds

BREWSTER – A long-sought approval from the state Transportation Improvement Board (TIB) just saved the city more than $180,000 in matching funds for the Old Highway 97 improvement project …

Stage 1 burn ban notification - effective Dec. 16 at 5 p.m.

Stage 1 burn ban notification Washington Department of Ecology – Air Quality Burn ban area:  Chelan, Douglas and Okanogan counties Burn ban starts:  5 p.m., Dec. …

2022 Stanley Lifetime Achievement Award winners announced

Wenatchee — The Numerica Performing Arts Center is proud to announce the 2022 Stanley Lifetime Achievement Award winners: Rhona Baron as the recipient in the professional division and Daina …

Colville Tribes Fish and Wildlife capture salmon in Sanpoil River

Editor’s note: The growing movement to restore Chinook salmon to traditional waters and to allow the migratory fish easier access to spawning grounds is gaining support as evidenced by a recent …

Columbia River Drug Task Force issues Safety Bulletin: Rainbow Fentanyl

WENATCHEE - On behalf of the Columbia River Drug Task Force (CRDTF) we want to make the public aware of different colored Fentanyl or what is considered “Rainbow” Fentanyl that has been …

Rainbow Fentanyl: The colors that kill

Just about everyone loves rainbows. They rank among the visual sights of the natural world as some of its most thrilling and photographed. But leave it to the profiteers and predators among us to …

Brewster Police Dept. heads off school shooting threat

BREWSTER – A Brewster School District staff member contacted the Brewster Police Department on Saturday, Dec. 3, concerning threats made by a student to “shoot up the Brewster Middle …

Budrow wins sheriff, Neal new commissioner in final election results

OKANOGAN – The final ballot count from the Nov. 8 General Election released by county auditor’s office shows Paul Budrow winning the race for Okanogan County Sheriff over incumbent …

OKANOGAN – Following are summaries of the Board of Commissioners of Okanogan County (BOCC) meetings as provided by County Watch (countywatch.org). …

Driver hits patrol car, arrested after fleeing accident

BRIDGEPORT – Douglas County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a hit and run accident after a car struck a deputy’s vehicle while the deputy was conducting a traffic stop on another …

Budrow leads Hawley at the wire for sheriff

OKANOGAN – The latest vote count of Nov. 8 general election results from the website vote.wa.gov shows challenger and former Twisp Police Chief Paul Budrow with a comfortable 675-vote lead over …

Pateros approves 2023 EMS, property taxes, and operating budget

PATEROS – The Pateros City Council passed a pile of resolutions and ordinances among other business at its regular monthly meeting on Monday, Nov. 21. Following public hearings on a 2022 …

Three men arrested for possession of Fentanyl, other drugs

Wenatchee- On Nov. 1, Matthew D. Hendricks, a 29-year-old resident of East Wenatchee, was observed by Columbia River Drug Task Force (CRDTF) Detectives in Rock Island. Hendricks had a DOC Escape …

The struggle with holiday sobriety is real

Over the holidays, there is an increased number of holiday work events, family gatherings, and social functions. It is the time of the year to celebrate with family and friends. While it is a joyous …

Central Washington has (already) spoken: Grizzly bears are a threat

For decades, Central Washingtonians have had to fight to make our voices heard over the noise of outside interest groups and government bureaucrats who think they know what is best for our …

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