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Public Safety Committee considers lifeguards for next summer

With the news of a third Lake Tapps death still ringing in their ears, the Bonney Lake City…

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Thrills and agonies of competition are shared by athletes’ parents

We can all relate to the thrill of accomplishing something great, possible something never done before or something…

Non-retired Baby Boomers have the highest score on a new AARP 'Anxiety Index'

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Can working Baby Boomers retire? Some don’t think so

Working Boomers may be the group most stressed about their economic futures, according to the newly released results…

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Vehicular homicide, possession of methamphetamine charges filed in death of pedestrian

Prosecutors have charged James Gordon Southard Jr.with felony vehicular homicide and unlawful possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine)…

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Medical Examiner identifies pedestrian killed Saturday in Bonney Lake

A 47-year-old Bonney Lake man died Saturday night after being hit by a car while walking in the…

Life

Telling Time | Poem by Jo McDougall

I am very fond of poems that don’t use more words than they have to. They’re easier to…

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Pierce County seeking comment on food waste collection options

Nearly one-third of Pierce County's waste is food, making it the largest category of material entering our landfill.

Life

To avoid the wine rut, embrace surprise | David White

Whether you're a veteran oenophile or a budding wine enthusiast, you've probably fallen into a wine rut at…

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Shadows of the Past at Mount Rainier National Park

Saturday Aug. 18, Mount Rainier National Park will present Shadows of the Past, a “living history” program. Volunteers…

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September half price at Northwest Trek Wildlife Park for senior citizens

Wildlife park honors seniors with a special deal during a peaceful, colorful time of year.

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Man hit by vehicle in Bonney Lake | East Pierce Fire and Rescue

East Pierce firefighters responded to a report that a pedestrian had been hit by a vehicle while walking…

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Drive Hammered, Get Nailed patrols in August

As you may know, August is always one of the deadliest months on our roadways statewide, due in…

Business

Federal Health Care Law Will Worsen Doctor Shortage

President Obama’s national health care law, the Affordable Care Act, will extend health care coverage to tens of…