WENATCHEE — The National Weather Service in Spokane is warning residents across North Central Washington of hazardous winter weather conditions expected to persist through the weekend, with the …

OLYMPIA - State funds that pay for homelessness services in Washington are running low, and the Legislature may need to find extra money to avoid program cuts.  The Department of Commerce …

OLYMPIA - With the state facing a multi-billion dollar budget gap , Washington Gov. Jay Inslee has ordered state agencies to freeze “most non-discretionary and non-essential” hiring, …

OKANOGAN—Tucked away in a draw southwest of Okanogan is a little building that is making a big difference in the lives of felines who have fallen on hard times. The Okanogan County Animal …

OLYMPIA —  The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is seeking applications from winter sports enthusiasts for the agency’s snowmobile and non-motorized advisory …

PATEROS – The Transportation Benefit District (TBD) that the city council approved by ordinance in 2018, and the voters approved on the August 2021 ballot has just celebrated its sixth year in …

OKANOGAN—The Nov. 26 confirmation of Nov. 5 general election results did not come down to the wire for any races for county commissioner posts in Okanogan and Douglas counties. Both victorious …

Santa and Mrs. Claus listen to Christmas wishes during the tree lighting celebration in Legion Park on Saturday, Nov. 30. Guests were treated to hot chocolate and candy canes as they awaited the …

WENATCHEE – “All Is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914” will return to the Music Theater of Wenatchee this December. The musical tells the true story of soldiers laying down their …

OLYMPIA - Washington lawmakers have begun teeing up legislation ahead of the 2025 session. Monday marked the first day they could pre-file bills. Legislators will have 105 days to push their …

ASHFORD. – Mount Rainier National Park is seeking properties to lease for use by park employees for the spring, summer, and fall seasons (March to November) 2025. Due to limited housing within …

OLYMPIA — Washington state transportation officials announced a plan to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries on state roads by 2030, introducing new safety measures and policy …

BRIDGEPORT—In compliance with the state Growth Management Act (GMA), the City of Bridgeport has a comprehensive plan that includes six-year and 20-year capital facilities projects. The city is …

WENATCHEE — NCW Libraries launched its annual Winter Reading Program on Dec. 1 to promote literacy across North Central Washington during the winter months through a combination of traditional …

WENATCHEE — The Community Foundation of North Central Washington announced the distribution of $63,500 in grants to 36 organizations through its Woods Family Music & Arts Fund, supporting …

BREWSTER – A scene played out in community centers, churches, and goodwill hubs across the nation unfolded Thanksgiving Day at Columbia Post 97 of the Brewster American Legion when the public …

WENATCHEE - Wenatchee Valley College (WVC) has announced the appointment of Marcine Miller as its new executive director of communications, marketing, and media relations. Miller, who will serve …

BRIDGEPORT – The city needs a new box for its EMS ambulance, and like all major equipment upgrades, one does not come cheap. The city council took up the issue at its regular monthly meeting …

PATEROS—After seven years and three extensions, the city council took the first step to pull the plug on Rock Garden Holdings' development of a commercial/residential building involving eight …

BREWSTER – The city council has agreed to look into a revision of the city fireworks code that would reduce fire risk but still allow a limited window twice a year to enjoy them. Under …