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Clubs and OrganizationsStart your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Leavenworth, Washington with AmericanTowns Leavenworth Volunteer Guide!On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Chelan County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and team... Read more...AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Leavenworth organization has never been easierIf your nonprofit group in Leavenworth is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when... Read more...An Invitation to our Leavenworth Community: BLOG ON!Since this site is all about Leavenworth, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough TimesBrandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give... Read more...School District planning to refinance Beaver Valley debt Just like any reasonab...School District planning to refinance Beaver Valley debt Just like any reasonable business owner, the Cascade School District is looking to take advantage of low interest rates.... Read more...Downtown gets brighter with 20,000 new bulbs The "wow" factor is back for this...Downtown gets brighter with 20,000 new bulbs The "wow" factor is back for this year's Christmas Lighting Festival ceremonies - or at least that's the hope of... Read more...Salmon Festival's Broaddus wins national award Corky Broaddus, one of the creat...Salmon Festival's Broaddus wins national award Corky Broaddus, one of the creators of the Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery Salmon Festival, has been awarded the 2011... Read more...'It's a Wonderful Life' returns to the Leavenworth Summer Theater stage Photo...'It's a Wonderful Life' returns to the Leavenworth Summer Theater stage Photo submitted by Susan Hufman Mr. Potter, left portrayed by Gary Hesse, and George... Read more...Local grocer Worthen sees no choice after I-1183 passes Eric Worthen, owner of...Local grocer Worthen sees no choice after I-1183 passes Eric Worthen, owner of Dan's Food Market in Leavenworth, voted against Initiative 1183. When the ballots were... Read more...Drive safely everyone. Several accidents already coming through on our police sc...Drive safely everyone. Several accidents already coming through on our police scanner. Read more...Leavenworth's first snow....Are you excited or dreading winter?Leavenworth's first snow....Are you excited or dreading winter?Wall Photos Read more...The newest tally for votes in the Wilson/DeVries city council race: Carolyn A....The newest tally for votes in the Wilson/DeVries city council race: Carolyn A. Wilson 369 49.53% Peter D. DeVries 376 50.47% Total Votes 745 The next vote count is Nov. 29 at... Read more...With an estimated 400 votes left to count county-wide here are the rest of the u...With an estimated 400 votes left to count county-wide here are the rest of the updated election results: Mayor: Cheri Kelley Farivar 474 57.52% Robert Francis 350 42.48% Total... Read more...The Wilson/DeVries city council race has flipped with additional votes tallied t...The Wilson/DeVries city council race has flipped with additional votes tallied today. Here are the current results: City Council seat #7 Carolyn A. Wilson 364 49.66% Peter D.... Read more...The city is planning to refurbish the gazebo on Front Street. City council discu...The city is planning to refurbish the gazebo on Front Street. City council discussed the plans on Tuesday night. Jeff Hoffman of BCRA Architects sketched this possible plan. ... Read more...Photo by Ian Dunn Cascade sophomore defender Delaney Frazier (right) works hard...Photo by Ian Dunn Cascade sophomore defender Delaney Frazier (right) works hard to secure the ball against Cashmere, last week in Cashmere. The defense was solid in a 2-1 defeat... Read more...Proposed budget cuts put elderly at risk The threat is real and it's bad. That...Proposed budget cuts put elderly at risk The threat is real and it's bad. That's the message Chuck Dronen and Nate Oglesby are hoping to deliver loud and clear. ... Read more...New translator beams NPR to Leavenworth, Cashmere Another public radio signal i...New translator beams NPR to Leavenworth, Cashmere Another public radio signal is now being beamed into Leavenworth, thanks to the fundraising efforts of local resident Buford... Read more...Upper valley 'dodged a bullet' in annual pear harvest Upper valley orchards "do...Upper valley 'dodged a bullet' in annual pear harvest Upper valley orchards "dodged a pretty good-sized bullet," according to Dan Kelly, assistant manager of... Read more...County looks to reduce vacation rental complaints Chelan County is considering...County looks to reduce vacation rental complaints Chelan County is considering expanding a program that worked in Manson to lower the number of complaints about vacation renters... Read more...Oktoberfest Marathon draws big crowd Photo by Ian Dunn They were off and runnin...Oktoberfest Marathon draws big crowd Photo by Ian Dunn They were off and running for the annual Oktoberfest Marathon Saturday morning. The Leavenworth Oktoberfest Marathon event... Read more...Introducing the New Icicle Creek!Leavenworth, WA---Leavenworth, Washington, the quaint Bavarian theme-town surrounded by the picturesque Cascades and known for its German delicatessens, brews and brats....and now... Read more...The website is updated now. Sorry for the delay!The website is updated now. Sorry for the delay! http://leavenworthecho.com/Leavenworth Echoleavenworthecho.com Read more...We are experiencing technical difficulties with our website. It will be updated...We are experiencing technical difficulties with our website. It will be updated as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience! Read more...Deer wanders through Cascade Medical Center in Leavenworth.Deer wanders through Cascade Medical Center in Leavenworth.Deer at hospital Read more...Reister takes over as county public works director Cashmere native Mitch Reiste...Reister takes over as county public works directorCashmere native Mitch Reister has been named the new public works director/county engineer for Chelan County. This comes after a... Read more...Cornerstone House finally open for business Photo by Nevonne McDaniels Communit...Cornerstone House finally open for businessPhoto by Nevonne McDanielsCommunity Cornerstone, a home for the developmentally disabled off Titus Road, is one of the projects under... Read more...MEND grows to meet needs Photo by Eleanor Culling Upper Valley M.E.N.D. (Meetin...MEND grows to meet needsPhoto by Eleanor CullingUpper Valley M.E.N.D. (Meeting Each Need with Dignity) is growing to meet the expanding mission of the nonprofit organization that... Read more...Camp Erin at Lake Wenatchee helps kids grieve for lost loved ones Photo submitt...Camp Erin at Lake Wenatchee helps kids grieve for lost loved onesPhoto submitted by Karen SheppardCamp Erin is held at Lake Wenatchee YMCA camp for children who have recently lost... Read more...Hiker dies after fall into crevasse The body of 21-year-old Julia A. Rutherford of Eatonville, who fell into a crevasse while hiking in the Aasgard Pass area the morning of July 3, was found that evening inside the crevasse. According to reports from theHiker dies after fall into crevasseThe body of 21-year-old Julia A. Rutherford of Eatonville, who fell into a crevasse while hiking in the Aasgard Pass area the morning of July 3,... Read more...Forhan is new Rotary President Photo by Carol Forhan Incoming president of the Leavenworth Rotary Club, Bill Forhan, presents an engraved plaque to outgoing president Ross Frank at a celebration at Red Tail Canyon Farms on June 30. All over the world, neForhan is new Rotary PresidentPhoto by Carol ForhanIncoming president of the Leavenworth Rotary Club, Bill Forhan, presents an engraved plaque to outgoing president Ross Frank at... Read more...Dawon uses crown to share anti-bullying message Joy Dawson's resumé includes the disclaimer, "No, I don't play basketball." "It's gotten me some interviews because people want to know what that means," she said.Dawon uses crown to share anti-bullying messageJoy Dawson's resumé includes the disclaimer, "No, I don't play basketball.""It's gotten me some... Read more...Cascade School District considers new, tougher honor code The new honor code under consideration by the Cascade School Board would make it tougher on student athletes who do not comply, but at the same time, provide another level of support for those whoCascade School District considers new, tougher honor codeThe new honor code under consideration by the Cascade School Board would make it tougher on student athletes who do not... Read more...E Lorene Young Community Garden starting to take root Photo by Ian Dunn Designs are complete for the E. Lorene Young Community Garden in Leavenworth. There are 30 garden plots available for those interested. Some have been set aside for low income. TheyE Lorene Young Community Garden starting to take rootPhoto by Ian DunnDesigns are complete for the E. Lorene Young Community Garden in Leavenworth. There are 30 garden plots... Read more...Rafting accident claims life of Manson woman A 69-year-old Manson woman drowned in a rafting accident on the Wenatchee River on July 3. Chelan County Sheriff Brian Burnett reported in a press release that Sharon G. Hughes was on a guided rafting trip thaRafting accident claims life of Manson womanA 69-year-old Manson woman drowned in a rafting accident on the Wenatchee River on July 3.Chelan County Sheriff Brian Burnett reported... Read more...Photos by Ian Dunn Keith Brown with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service administers the "Oath of Allegiance" at a citizenship ceremony held in downtown Leavenworth last Thursday. The event drew nearly 200 downtown to witness the ceremoPhotos by Ian DunnKeith Brown with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service administers the "Oath of Allegiance" at a citizenship ceremony held in downtown... Read more...Roberts second career lands her in Leavenworth For Denise Roberts, coming to Leavenworth is a dream come true. For the longest time, she had wanted to serve in a rural community, and now comes her chance. The Baltimore native is set to become the next pRoberts second career lands her in LeavenworthFor Denise Roberts, coming to Leavenworth is a dream come true. For the longest time, she had wanted to serve in a rural community,... Read more...Trinity Table offers free meal on Tuesdays Photo by Ian Dunn The Trinity Table offers free dinner to all comers Tuesday evenings at the Leavenworth Church of the Nazarene. The program, in place for three months now, is ministry of the church.Trinity Table offers free meal on TuesdaysPhoto by Ian DunnThe Trinity Table offers free dinner to all comers Tuesday evenings at the Leavenworth Church of the Nazarene. The... Read more...Rieke add chamber prez to his duties It took a little arm-twisting, but Kevin Rieke has accepted the title of president of the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce for the next 18 months or so remaining in the current two-year term. Bill Lynn, who was namedRieke add chamber prez to his dutiesIt took a little arm-twisting, but Kevin Rieke has accepted the title of president of the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce for the next 18... Read more...Photo submitted by Susan Peterson A large mudslide occurred on Friday, June 3, abruptly closing upper Icicle Road (FS Rd #76) approximately 10 miles west of Leavenworth in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Saturday, Chelan County Public Works, ChelPhoto submitted by Susan PetersonA large mudslide occurred on Friday, June 3, abruptly closing upper Icicle Road (FS Rd #76) approximately 10 miles west of Leavenworth in the... Read more...Garbage schedule aims to discourage city's wild visitors Leavenworth's wild visitors are being put on a diet that does not include late-night snacks and early breakfasts. At least that is the hoped-for result in revising the city's garbageGarbage schedule aims to discourage city's wild visitorsLeavenworth's wild visitors are being put on a diet that does not include late-night snacks and early... Read more...Worlds largest swimming lesson coming to Leavenworth City Pool Photo submitted by Elizabeth Thomson The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson is happening all over the world on June 14, including the Leavenworth City Pool. Last year, the event claimed 4Worlds largest swimming lesson coming to Leavenworth City PoolPhoto submitted by Elizabeth Thomson The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson is happening all over the world on... Read more...Leavenworth Farmers Market opens for season Photo by Ian Dunn The Leavenworth Farmers’ Market, Der Bauernmarkt, opened last Thursday in Lions Club Park in Leavenworth. The market is open every Thursday, from 4 to 8 p.m. www.leavenworthecho.comLeavenworth Farmers Market opens for seasonPhoto by Ian DunnThe Leavenworth Farmers’ Market, Der Bauernmarkt, opened last Thursday in Lions Club Park in Leavenworth. The... Read more...Expect more bears Bears venturing into the lowlands in search of food was a big story in the Upper Valley in 2010. And it could be again in 2011. So says Gus Bekker of the Grizzly Bear Outreach Project. Bekker believes bears will keep coming back as longExpect more bearsBears venturing into the lowlands in search of food was a big story in the Upper Valley in 2010. And it could be again in 2011. So says Gus Bekker of the Grizzly... Read more...Photo by Ian Dunn Steven Pass EV charging station.Photo by Ian Dunn Steven Pass EV charging station. Read more...Photo by Ian Dunn Ross Freeman, the environment and sustainability manager for Stevens Pass, cuts the ribbon the new electric vehicle charging station at Stevens Pass Resort. It is the first electric vehicle charging station to open along Highway 2. SevePhoto by Ian DunnRoss Freeman, the environment and sustainability manager for Stevens Pass, cuts the ribbon the new electric vehicle charging station at Stevens Pass Resort. It is... Read more...Photo by Reed Carlson Despite the cloudy, wet weather in the preceding weeks, beautiful clear skies greeted the Cascade High School Class of 2011 for their commencement last Saturday at the Kodiak Football Field in Peshastin. The grads, dressed in red anPhoto by Reed CarlsonDespite the cloudy, wet weather in the preceding weeks, beautiful clear skies greeted the Cascade High School Class of 2011 for their commencement last... Read more...Kodiaks denied a return trip to State tourney Photo by Ian Dunn Sophomore second baseman Marissa Thompson fields a bouncing grounder in action against Colville last Saturday in Dryden. The Kodiaks lost to Colville and Chelan to end their season.Kodiaks denied a return trip to State tourneyPhoto by Ian DunnSophomore second baseman Marissa Thompson fields a bouncing grounder in action against Colville last Saturday in... Read more...Photo by Ian Dunn Cascade midfielder Bernardo Camerena makes a move around the Okanogan goalie in action last week at Cascade High School in the first round of the District playoffs. Camerena has been a hot player for the Kodiaks with five goals in threePhoto by Ian DunnCascade midfielder Bernardo Camerena makes a move around the Okanogan goalie in action last week at Cascade High School in the first round of the District... Read more...Photo by Ian Dunn Cascade forward Christian Rivas heads upfield against Highland, in first round State Tournament action at Leavenworth last week. The Kodiaks beat Highland 1-0, but lost 3-0 to Wahluke in the second round. www.leavenworthecho.comPhoto by Ian DunnCascade forward Christian Rivas heads upfield against Highland, in first round State Tournament action at Leavenworth last week. The Kodiaks beat Highland 1-0,... Read more... |
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