Opinion
Pandemic made us realize the value of local pharmacists | Brunell
While the coronavirus clobbered many businesses, pharmacies were not among them. In fact, since the World Health Organization…
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Divisive bills on pursuits, gun purchases edge closer to House votes
And a comprehensive remaking of state’s approach to drug possession advances toward action in the Senate.
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Legislation seeks to strenghten Washington’s abortion laws
OLYMPIA — A day after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade last June, Democratic Gov. Jay…
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Police blotter: Theft, vandalism and more
Between Jan. 29 and Feb. 9, the Auburn Police Department responded to the following calls for service, among…
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Fire blotter: Responding to “shack” fire
Between Feb. 6 and Feb. 12, the Valley Regional Fire Authority responded to 317 calls for service, among…
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House committee steers vehicle pursuit bill forward
Revisions will make it easier for police officers to engage in a chase. Changes would expire in 2025…
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Lunar New Year proposed as Washington’s next state holiday
A bill to make it a legal holiday awaits a key vote. Some Asian American constituents were opposed,…
Obituaries
Armin Rosin | Obituary
Armin Leonard Rosin, 94, of Auburn Washington, passed away on Friday, February 3, 2023.
Obituaries
John Peckenpaugh | Obituary
John Douglas Peckenpaugh was born to Charles and Lilian Smith Peckenpaugh on July 24th, 1926 and died on…
Obituaries
Walter Bishop | Obituary
Walter Fawver Bishop (Walt), 89, passed away peacefully while surrounded by loved ones on the morning of February…
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Lawmakers seek lasting approach to drug possession after Blake decision
OLYMPIA — Lawmakers are at a crossroads again on what to do about illegal drug possession.
Opinion
It’s time to stop crooks from scamming unemployment benefits | Brunell
Three years after crooks stole billions in unemployment insurance funds, federal and state officials are scrambling to retrieve…
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Man struck with axe | Fire blotter
Between Jan. 30 and Feb. 5, the Valley Regional Fire Authority responded to 282 calls for service, among…
Obituaries
Maria Ann Lemons | Obituary
On January 25, much loved wife, Maria Stella Lemons went to the Lord and passed from this life…
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The latest Auburn police blotter
Between Jan. 16 and Jan. 28, the Auburn Police Department responded to the following calls for service, among…
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Democrats advance assault weapons ban, new rules for gun buyers
The measures passed a House committee without Republican support. They are part of a broader agenda to curb…
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Auburn Avenue Theater burglary | Police blotter
Auburn Police responded to the following calls for service, among many others, between Jan. 10 and Jan. 13: