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    The Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) is investigating a case of fraud reported on Jan. 22, involving a community member who was deceived into depositing a large sum of money into a Bitcoin machine. Deputy Orr, leading the investigation, discovered that the victim received a phone call from a man claiming to be Sgt. Johnson of the Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office. OCSO photo
    Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fraud...
    By Laura Knowlton • January 27, 2025 5:00 pm

    OKANOGAN COUNTY- The Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) is investigating a case of fraud reported on Jan. 22, involving a…

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    Seventh District Representative Hunter Abell as introduced two bills, House Bill 1435 and House Bill 1436, to increase the number of law enforcement officers in Washington state. Legislative Support Services photo
    Rep. Abell leads House Republican efforts to increase...
    By Gazette-Tribune • January 22, 2025 5:00 pm

    Rep. Hunter Abell introduced legislation to allow the hiring of more cops, provide more training and enable local governments to recieve state sales tax credit if they implement a local sales tax…

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    The Okanogan County Courthouse. Gary De Von/GT file photo
    Jury finds man guilty of possessing stolen vehicle...
    By Gary DeVon • January 16, 2025 5:00 pm

    Superior Court Jury finds Eric Hufferd-Oulette guilty of Possession of a Stolen Motor Vehicle and Obstructing a Law Enforcement Officer.

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    OCSO
    Okanogan County residents warned of new scam phone...
    By Gazette-Tribune • January 14, 2025 5:00 pm

    County residents are being alerted to scam phone calls involving imposters claiming to represent the Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office.

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    Mt. Hull area man arrested on several charges after discharging firearm
    Mt. Hull area man arrested on several charges...
    By Gary DeVon • January 8, 2025 12:00 pm

    The Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office arrested Justen S. Williams, 34, at his shared family home after he allegedly discharged a firearm.

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    Sheriff Paul Budrow
    Sheriff’s Office will not take enforcement action based...
    By Gary DeVon • December 17, 2024 12:00 pm

    Sheriff Paul Budrow says his office will not take law enforcement action based solely on a person’s immigration or alien status.

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    Mike Langford
    Former Oroville Police Chief wants to stay involved...
    By Gary DeVon • December 11, 2024 12:00 pm

    Former Oroville Police Chief Mike Langford wants to start a law enforcement training service.

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    Police Chief Gary Hirst
    Gary Hirst hired as new Oroville Police Chief
    By Gary DeVon • November 20, 2024 12:00 pm

    At the Nov.19 Oroville City Council meeting, the city offered the position of Chief of Police to Sgt. Gary Hirst.

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    Oroville Police Chief Michael Langford at the police station. Gary DeVon/GT File Photo
    Oroville Police Chief Langford ‘popping smoke’
    By Gary DeVon • November 19, 2024 12:00 pm

    Oroville Police Chief Mike Langford, who announced at the Oct. 17 city council meeting he intended to retire, has officially done so.

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    Deputies were dispatched to a one-vehicle collision in the area of 392 Havillah Road,. When they arrived and were investigating, their 2020 Dodge Durango, was struck from behind by a 2008 Ford F350. <em>OCSO photo </em>
    Sheriff’s patrol car struck by another vehicle while...
    By Gary DeVon • November 7, 2024 12:00 pm

    The patrol vehicle of two deputies was struck on Wednesday, Nov. 6 near Havillah, sending the driver and both deputies to the hospital.

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    Okanogan County’s 12th Street Bridge crosses the Similkameen River connecting Oroville with County Hwy. 7. In recent months, an illegal homeless encampment was established there. The county sheriff’s office and public works cleaned it up while they could still gain access to it before the snow falls. The county wanted it removed so that when spring run off comes the encampment isn’t washed away down river. Gary DeVon/staff photo
    County cleans up homeless camp under 12th Street...
    By Gary DeVon • November 5, 2024 12:00 pm

    Okanogan County Commissioners discuss clean-up of homeless encampment under 12th St. Bridge near Oroville

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    Congressman Dan Newhouse
    Newhouse, Fentanyl Task Force release final report
    By Gazette-Tribune • October 30, 2024 5:00 pm

    The Central Washington Fentanyl Task Force released the taskforce’s final report outlining guidance to help mitigate the ongoing fentanyl crisis.

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    Tonasket has hired Pacific Security to conduct mobile patrols. Their responsibilities will focus on monitoring city-owned properties and public spaces.
    Tonasket responds to questions regarding public safety
    By Laura Knowlton • October 18, 2024 11:48 am

    The City of Tonasket responded to ongoing questions regarding public safety and the role of Pacific Security.

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