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New West Cashmere Bridge Open
The new West Cashmere Bridge is now open to all traffic.
Project contractors removed the barricades at both ends of the bridge early Sunday morning.
Chelan County public information officer, Jill FitzSimmons, says drivers who used to cross the old Goodwin Bridge in the same location will notice the new span’s extended length, as well as a new roundabout at its northern approach.
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Mattawa Woman Dies After SR-281 Crash Last Month
A Mattawa woman involved in a two-vehicle collision on State Route 281 last month has died.
Officials with the Washington State Patrol say 43-year-old Elza Cisneros Gonzalez died on June 6 from injuries she received in the accident on May 10
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Riders Flocking to Wenatchee’s Bird Scooters
It’s been three weeks since Bird scooters flocked to the streets of the Wenatchee Valley, and thus far they’ve proven very popular with users.
Wenatchee Mayor Frank Kuntz says most of the feedback being received by the city is positive.
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East Wenatchee set to Break Ground on New Public Works Building
The City of East Wenatchee will soon break ground on a new building for its Public Works department.
East Wenatchee Mayor Jerrilea Crawford says the nearly 8,800 square foot facility will be a welcome relief for the city.
“This is a long overdue project,” says Crawford. “City hall
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Experts Predict 35% Drop in Cherry Harvest
It’s been a tough season for cherry growers in the region and as this year’s harvest approaches, estimates for the 2022 crop are down considerably.
B.J. Thurlby, president of the Washington State Fruit Commission, says the unseasonably cool weather this spring is the biggest reason for the marked shortfall.
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Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones Announces Retirement
Grant County Sheriff Tom Jones has announced he will retire at the end of the month.
Jones’ move comes just two months after he announced he would not seek re-election.
In a Tuesday social media post, Jones said the decision to retire came after a period of “soul searching,” and that he is ready to pursue the next phase of his life.
Jones, who’s
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Local Students Chosen for STEM Rising Star Honors
Three high school girls from the region are being recognized for their outstanding commitments and achievements in STEM-based learning.
The accolades, which are known as the Rising Star Awards, will be presented to the trio at the NCW Tech Alliance’s summer social on August 4th.
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WVC Hosting “Welcome Wednesday” in June
Every Wednesday in June, Wenatchee Valley College (WVC) is hosting Welcome Wednesdays for new, returning and prospective students, and their families.
WVC’s Community Relations Director, Libby Siebens, says the weekly engagements offer a wide variety of opportunities for attendees.
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Two Airports in Douglas County to Receive Upgrades
Two airports in Douglas County will soon receive some necessary maintenance and upgrades.
The Waterville airport is currently in the design phase of a project that will include the installation of several new ground instruments and a restroom, along with new edge lighting for its runway
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NCW Libraries Summer Programs Begin June 13
NCW Libraries will launch their summer programs on June 13.
This year’s lineup has been expanded and includes events and activities at all 30 branch locations in Chelan, Douglas, Grant, Ferry and Okanogan Counties, as well as virtually through the NCW Libraries website.
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