The Enumclaw Police Department publishes monthly and annual crime report statistics every February. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Enumclaw crime reports down 20%

A reduction of theft reports are a main contribution to the dip, including motor vehicle thefts.

Ross Heinzinger pled guilty to two counts of possessing an illegal “machinegun”; one count of possessing an unregistered firearm; and one count of possessing an unregistered silencer. Screenshot

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Black Diamond resident pleads guilty to illegal weapons charges

According to officials, Ross Heinzinger had automatic weapons and 3D-printed “ghost guns” in his possession.

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ESD proposes capital projects levy to voters

School board members commented how there is no other option to fund maintenance and repair projects across the…

The Enumclaw police department will soon have upgrades to make it easier to get around inside. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Another bid awarded for Enumclaw jail upgrades

Work is expected to begin this month.

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Thomasson Family Farm was glowing last Friday, Feb. 7, with the light of six 100-foot hot air balloons. The event was organized to raise money and wipe out Enumclaw student meal debt.

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Snow and Glow event wipes out Enumclaw student meal debt

More than $22,000 was raised at the Friday event.

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ESD hosting public meetings on school facilities

Sessions start Feb. 10 at 4:30 p.m. in Byron Kibler Elementary.

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The Enumclaw library started a Little Green Library last August. It’s grown into a Little Seed Library, which will be seasonal, but you can still donate and adopt plants year-round.

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Grow your gardening knowledge with a new Little Seed Library

A sees exchange event is scheduled for Feb. 12 at the Enumclaw library.

Mountain View Fire and Rescue recently announced its intent to cancel its contract with the city of Black Diamond, citing the costs of fully-staffing Station 98 (pictured) in the growing city. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Mountain View Fire and Rescue moves to terminate contract with Black Diamond — again

The fire department says it costs $2.8 million to staff the city’s fire station, but the city pays…

The Britschgi family at the Jan. 28 Buckley City Council meeting receiving a street sign in honor of Bob Britschgi’s service to the city and its community. 
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Britschgi first among several residents to be honored with Buckley street names

Bob Britschgi was a renowned logger, volunteer firefighter, and Log Show organizer.

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Community emergency response program coming to Wilkeson

Learn how to help your city during a disaster event this March.

One of the Donald Loomis Memorial Clothing Bank’s fashionistas will be Belle Schrader, 8, who was working with volunteer Alexa Smith last Saturday picking an outfit. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Donald Loomis Clothing Bank celebrates 30 years of keeping Buckley fashionable

Join the nonprofit this Friday, Jan. 31, for a fundraiser and fashion show.

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Volunteers and employees with Operation Tiny Home, Building Beyond the Walls, the Roots Collective, and other organizations celebrating Mike Lane’s new home, which was still receiving finishing touches as speeches were given.

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Buckley nonprofit, collective farm help give a veteran a new home

Mike Lane lived in a tiny house with no plumbing or electricity for ten years. His dream of…

The Buckley Fire Department also celebrated a new ambulance on Nov. 17, which is replacing a XXX model. Photo courtesy the Buckley Fire Department

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Career first responders now always on duty at Buckley Fire Dept.

The department used to rely on only volunteer firefighters during the night. A recent voter-approved levy has changed…