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Man killed by falling crane at Park City job site
PARK CITY — Police say a construction worker was killed in an accident at a work site in the Promontory area of Park City Saturday morning. Around 8:15 am, a man was driving a small crane at a job site, when the vehicle rolled over an embankment and into a ditch, crushing him.
Sheriff’s Report: Park City teenager arrested for drunk driving, other charges
An 18-year-old Parkite was arrested under suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol over the weekend. Summit County deputies stopped the man on Sunday night for speeding on S.R. 224, according to a shift report from the Sheriff’s Office. The speed limit on the roadway is 45 mph, but vehicles often reach speeds upwards of 55 mph. Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Felicia Sotelo was unable to verify how fast the man was driving.
Kouri Richins convicted of assaulting sister-in-law after violating probation
Kouri Richins punched her sister-in-law in the neck and face two days after Eric Richins’ death. The attack stemmed from a dispute between the two women over control of Eric Richins' estate. In a deal with prosecutors, Richins initially pleaded no contest to the class B misdemeanor charge in...
Help awaits for those struggling with their mental health, alliance wants them to know
Becky Wheelock struggled with mental health issues beginning in childhood. Diagnosed at age 7 with depression, she was treated throughout her teens and 20s with prescribed medications, but nothing seemed to work. Wheelock, who also had anxiety and experienced panic attacks because of trauma in her life, started self-medicating with pills and cocaine and eventually turned to heroin and methamphetamine.
Summit County Sheriff warns of social scams as fake missing child posts circulate
The fake image shows a young boy’s face swollen and bruised, as if beaten. It’s one of numerous fake posts crowding the public Facebook group “Summit County in Coalville, Park City, Kamas, Oakley,” which has over 7,700 members. Summit County Sheriff’s Chief Deputy Kacey Bates said...
You are not alone
We are writing to highlight an important event during May Mental Health Awareness Month. As we acknowledge May as a time to reflect on and address mental health, it’s crucial to remember that mental illness affects many families, not just in isolation but as a community-wide concern. According to...
Trump, Lyman supporters plan road rally through Summit County
Summit County Republican Party leadership confirmed a road rally is happening this Saturday, May 18. The "One Step Closer Road Rally & Tailgate Party" is being put on by right-wing organization Utah Patriots ahead of the June 25 primary election. The parade begins in Holladay at 10 a.m. and will...
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