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In an era of rising energy costs and heightened environmental awareness, homeowners are increasingly turning to energy-efficient upgrades to not only reduce their carbon footprint but also to save significant amounts of money in the long run. Let’s explore some of the top energy-saving home...
As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisper, it's time to bring the warm and inviting spirit of autumn into your home. Ward Media, in collaboration with interior design experts, presents a guide on creating cozy interiors for the fall season. From warm color palettes to embracing plush...
Move some dirt, harvest some wheat, then relax on the boat. Mansfield Auction has it all. MIKE MALTAIS/WARD MEDIA
MANSFIELD – From heavy equipment to hand tools and everything in between, the 46th annual Mansfield Lions Auction converted one person’s junk to another person’s treasure on Oct. 7.
Lions Club spokeswoman Lynn Poole said both selection and attendance was typical of past years as buyers from miles...
BREWSTER – The Brewster-Bridgeport-Pateros Senior Center will be offering apple and pumpkin pies for sale by order for Thanksgiving this year.
The pies will sell for $12 each and have been a popular item when the center has provided them in past years.
“We sold 55 pies two years ago,” said center...
Special education para-pro Darla Castillo holds a mirror up for Yulissa Palacios, one among a steady stream of customers she decorated with face paint. MIKE MALTAIS/WARD MEDIA
BRIDGEPORT – The newly reconstituted Chamber of Commerce is making its presence felt more and more in the city as members step up to organize community events, the latest a well-attended Oktoberfest in Fireman Park on Sept. 30.
More than 100 residents gathered in Fireman Park for a variety of...
The American Legion Columbia Post 97 Honor Guard paid its respects to a pair of military veterans at back-to-back services held in Pateros and Brewster on Saturday, Sept. 16. A Navy Honor Guard folded the American flag at the Pateros Memorial Cemetery services for Herschell Adolf Grittman and...
Some youngsters at a recent Pateros High School football game were more interested in the school’s new playground equipment than the game. Mike Maltais/Ward Media
The vibrant Nature's Window will increase knowledge and appreciation of wildlife from around the world in a unique museum setting. It is slated to open in mid-October near Knapp's Hill Tunnel. Photo Courtesy of Terry LaBrue
CHELAN - When local businessman Shannon Kollmeyer began planning to donate his extensive taxidermy collection, he and his wife Cris considered several alternatives. They evaluated numerous museums, colleges, and universities as potential recipients. The Kollmeyers soon discovered these options were...
A jet ski tows the overturned Monkey Business back to the dock and waiting crew members. MIKE MALTAIS/WARD MEDIA
Brewster – The second annual Brewster Thunderfest – Tony Newton Memorial Regatta unleashed its own hydro-power brand of high-speed adrenaline thrills – and even a spill - at Columbia Cove on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 2-3.
The “spill” – in this case, a flip – came during the Saturday afternoon...
In an age dominated by headlines from around the world and a seemingly endless stream of information at our fingertips, it's easy to overlook the profound impact local journalism has on our lives and communities. Today, I want to remind you why it's crucial to support local journalism, not just as...
Ward Media Newspapers
- The Leavenworth Echo | Leavenworth, WA
- Cashmere Valley Record | Cashmere WA
- Lake Chelan Mirror | Chelan, Manson, Entiat, WA
- Quad City Herald | Brewster, Pateros, Bridgeport, Mansfield, WA
- Wenatchee Business Journal | Chelan, Douglas, Okanogan Counties, WA