Threat to schools most likely a hoax

MATTAWA — A threat spoken over the phone that sent schools in the Wahluke School District into a “teaching lockdown” two weeks ago may have been no threat at all.

Undocumented man facing federal charges after Mattawa drug bust

MATTAWA — An undocumented Mattawa resident was indicted on federal charges Tuesday in connection with a drug bust last Wednesday that recovered around five pounds of meth, culminating a six-month investigation and a raid that local law enforcement said put a major dent into the area’s drug trade.

Williams named interim PD chief for Mattawa

MOSES LAKE — In two unanimous votes, the Moses Lake City Council approved on Tuesday Moses Lake Police Captain Mike Williams to serve as Mattawa’s interim chief, as well as allowing the two cities’ shared law firm, KenisonFranz, to represent both Moses Lake and Mattawa for this issue.

12 Mattawa kids Shop with a Cop

MOSES LAKE — The Mattawa Police Department teamed with members of the community to hold its first annual Shop with a Cop event Saturday, Dec. 22 at the Moses Lake Walmart, bringing in children and families experiencing financial difficulties to shop for presents and a full Christmas dinner.

Harris draws on her past as US faces reckoning on police

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — When Kamala Harris won her first election for San Francisco district attorney in 2003, the office's relationship with the city police force was in tatters. She promised to rebuild trust, but the goodwill didn't last.

Harris draws on her past as US faces reckoning on police

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — When Kamala Harris won her first election for San Francisco district attorney in 2003, the office's relationship with the city police force was in tatters. She promised to rebuild trust, but the goodwill didn't last.

Mattawa sets pay scale for police chief

MATTAWA — Depending on experience, the new Mattawa police chief could receive $98,000 to $117,000 per year, plus benefits, as the Mattawa City Council approved the pay scale during a meeting July 15.

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Mattawa Police Officer gets free supplies for Inspire

MATTAWA — Mattawa Police Officer Alex Zesati was able to get over $3000 of school supplies for the Inspire Development Center in Mattawa.

Mattawa Police to begin negotiations with Wahluke schools

Mattawa — The Mattawa City Council gave its approval for the Mattawa Police Department to enter negotiations with the Wahluke School District for a school resource officer contract during its regular meeting Thursday.

Q&A: Grant County Sheriff candidates

EPHRATA — The announcement earlier this year by long-time Grant County Tom Jones that he would not seek re-election, followed by his retirement in June, threw the race to be the county’s next top law enforcement officer wide open. Current Grant County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Joe Kriete, former Mattawa Police Chief Joe Harris and farmer James Baker have all filed to run. The two candidates who receive the most votes will face off in November to see who will become Grant County Sheriff. Each candidate was asked about their background and the same four questions, with the answers presented below and lightly edited for clarity. Baker did not respond prior to the deadline given to all three candidates...

Mattawa skate park, basketball court closed

MATTAWA — The Mattawa City Council has closed the skate park and basketball court in Mattawa. The decision was made during a regular, call-in meeting on Thursday, April 2.

Biden and Harris to focus on shootings during Georgia trip

ATLANTA (AP) — President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris plan to meet with Asian American community leaders in Georgia in the wake of the deadly shootings at three Atlanta-area massage parlors, the White House announced Thursday.

Current Mattawa mayor asked former mayor to resign

Current Mattawa Mayor Maggie Celaya appears to have asked former Mattawa mayor, Scott Hyndman, to resign.

The Latest: Kamala Harris names Tina Flournoy chief of staff

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Rectenwald appointed as interim Grant County Sheriff

EPHRATA — Grant County Undersheriff Ryan Rectenwald has been appointed as the interim Grant County Sheriff. Grant County Commissioners approved the appointment Tuesday.

City council hears soccer, community center plans

MATTAWA — Lars Leland, who has helped the City of Mattawa move plans forward for a complete renovation of Government Way, spoke to the city council recently about a community center-soccer fields complex.

Police seeking public's help in finding drive-by suspect

MATTAWA — Law enforcement is asking for the public’s help in the search for a 22-year-old male wanted in connection with a May 29 drive-by shooting in Desert Aire that is believed to be gang-related, according to police.

VP-elect Harris picks Tina Flournoy to be her chief of staff

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Vice President-elect Kamala Harris has named Tina Flournoy, a veteran Democratic strategist and aide to the Clintons, as her chief of staff, the transition team announced Thursday.

Mattawa Police Department to use new emergency alert system

The Mattawa Police Department will be using a new emergency alert system to better and more quickly inform residents of fires, traffic hazards and other incidents.

Mattawa City Council discusses finances at year's last city council meeting

Among several money-related items on the Mattawa City Council agenda on Thursday, Dec. 17, the largest was an amendment to the 2020 budget.