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    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
    State sheriffs oppose bill for new eligibility
    By Gazette-Tribune • January 19, 2026 1:30 am

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

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    The Old Depot Museum, located on Ironwood Street in Oroville, is one of four icons the Borderlands Historical Society is seeking input from the community on for the America250 WA for the Out of Many, One project. They will be asking community members to vote on one for their submission to the project. The icons are the Old Oroville Depot itself, the Great Northern Railroad caboose, the pit house model, the model railroad display inside the museum and the metal sculptures on the east fence of Prince Heritage Park. Gary DeVon/GT file photo
    Borderlands Historical Society requests your input
    By Gazette-Tribune • January 16, 2026 12:00 pm

    The Old Oroville Depot Museum is partnering with America250 WA for their Out of Many, One project.

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    From left to right: Rep. Travis Couture, Sen. Chris Gildon, Sen. June Robinson and Rep. Timm Ormsby speak during the general fund budget panel at the 2026 legislative session preview Jan. 9. Cassie Diamond photo/WNPA
    What’s on the agenda for Washington’s 2026 legislative...
    By Gazette-Tribune • January 15, 2026 12:00 pm

    Washington state senators and representatives discuss budget plans for upcoming term

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    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
    Oroville business owners and residents seek solution to...
    By Gary DeVon • January 14, 2026 12:00 pm

    A petition asking what can be done to help curb a rash of juvenile crimes targeting businesses and residences in Oroville is seeking signatures.

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    Al Couch
    Alroy Couch
    By Gazette-Tribune • January 14, 2026 1:30 am

    Alroy Couch, 85, of Oroville, Wash., died Dec. 25, 2025. Al was born Sept. 15, 1940, in Mt. Vernon, Wash., to parents Albert Couch and Alice Komen

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    The entrance to the Oroville City Council Chambers is located on the south side of city hall, 1308 Ironwood Street.
The Oroville City Council meet in the council chambers at city hall the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 7 p.m. The entrance to the Oroville City Council Chambers is located on the south side of city hall, 1308 Ironwood Street. GT file photo
    Oroville City Council confirms 2026 committee roles
    By Laura Knowlton • January 12, 2026 12:00 pm

    Oroville City Council began the year with routine organizational actions Jan. 6, confirming department head appointments and committee roles.

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    Participants last year at the third annual Bonaparte Lake Ice Fishing Derby participants enjoyed sunny skies and excellent ice conditions. The event drew in 320 anglers, making it the largest ice fishing tournament in Washington. Laura Knowlton/GT file photo
    Reel cold, reel fun: icy events planned for...
    By Laura Knowlton • January 13, 2026 12:00 pm

    The 22nd annual Molson Ice Fishing Derby is Saturday, Jan. 17 and the fourth annual Bonaparte Lake Resort Fishing Derby is Saturday, Jan. 24.

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    Oroville City Council approves 2026 budget of $11.2 million
    Oroville City Council approves 2026 budget of $11.2...
    By Laura Knowlton • December 25, 2025 1:30 am

    OROVILLE — The Oroville City Council met Tuesday, Dec. 16 and approved vouchers and payroll, adopted the 2026 city budget,…

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    Tonasket City Council took a moment to honor the final public meeting for City Clerk Alice Attwood, Council members Patti Hill and Teagan Levine. "Your service is greatly appreciated." City of Tonasket photo
    Tonasket City Council honors decades of service
    By Laura Knowlton • December 16, 2025 12:00 pm

    The Tonasket City Council meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 9, carried both routine city business and a strong sense of reflection.

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    Christmas tree enthusiasts have been visiting national forests since the 1950s to bring a little holiday cheer and a little of their national forest into their homes. Andrew Avitt/USDA Forest Service photo
    No Christmas Tree Permit needed from Colville National...
    By Gazette-Tribune • December 15, 2025 12:00 pm

    Colville National Forest, which includes the Tonasket Ranger District, you can have up to two trees for free, no permit needed this year.

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    Last year’s Kids’ Christmas Party was held at the Oroville Grange Hall and was well attended. This year; the event takes place at the Oroville Free Methodist Church on Saturday; Dec. 13 and is expected to have as many kids and families attend. Gary DeVon/GT file photo
    A tradition of generosity: Oroville Kid’s Christmas Party...
    By Laura Knowlton • December 9, 2025 12:00 pm

    The spirit of Christmas will be on full display on Saturday, Dec. 13, when the Annual Orovile Kids’ Christmas Party.

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    New Tonasket Librarian Erika Stromerson. NCWL/submitted photo
    NCW Libraries welcomes new branch librarian Erika Stromerson...
    By Gazette-Tribune • December 8, 2025 12:00 pm

    NCW Libraries says it is pleased to welcome Erika Stromerson as the new Branch Librarian for the Tonasket Public Library.

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    Tonasket City Hall and Library GT File Photo
Tonasket City Hall and Library. GT File Photo
    Tonasket approves revised law enforcement contract with Okanogan...
    By Laura Knowlton • December 4, 2025 12:00 pm

    The Tonasket City Council approved a revised three-year law enforcement agreement with the Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office.

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