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Suspect sought in illegal withdrawals at 2 Cashmere Valley Bank locations
LEAVENWORTH — Police in two counties are seeking a female suspect who allegedly defrauded two Cashmere Valley Bank branches out of thousands of dollars. The Chelan County Sheriff’s Office says the woman withdrew $12,300 from the bank’s Cle Elum branch May 8, using a forged passport to access the bank account belonging to a legitimate customer. The woman then traveled to the Leavenworth branch of Cashmere Valley Bank, and used the same method to steal an additional $10,800.
New Executive Director brings personal connection to Wellness Place mission
WENATCHEE — Wellness Place, a local nonprofit that supports individuals facing cancer in Chelan, Douglas, Grant, and Okanogan counties, has named Marissa Collins its new Executive Director. Collins, a Wenatchee native, brings a wealth of nonprofit experience and a deeply personal connection to the organization's mission. Diagnosed with breast...
Peshastin kids get outdoor learning experience
One Chelan County school made creative use of its emergency relief funds awarded during the COVID-19 pandemic. Peshastin-Dryden Elementary School tackled both social distancing and environmental education with its first outdoor classroom, where students can engage with learning while close to nature. The program was featured in this video from the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction.
23 years for gunman in Yair Flores murder
WENATCHEE — The man who shot and killed 18-year-old Yair Flores Cavero of Wenatchee while he lay in his bed must serve more than 23 years in prison for the crime. Markheil Leon Ford, 21, was 19 when he fired a handgun twice through the window of Flores’ bedroom in the early hours of Aug. 12, 2022, killing him while he lay asleep with his girlfriend. He pleaded guilty in March to one count of first-degree murder.
Live music in the valley
The information below was provided by Methow Music Monthly and other sources. For more information, visit www.methowmusicmonthly.com. • First Sundays, Methow Acoustic Musicians Association gathers at The Cove II in Twisp from 3-5 p.m. All are invited. • Sundays (starting Mother’s Day, May 12), Terry Hunt plays classical guitar at...
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