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Hyrum hopes to teach residents to be emergency responders

October 20th, 2009 Posted in Opinion |

By Heidi Hansen HYRUM—Funding for new Citizen Emergency Response Team (CERT) training to begin next year was unanimously approved by the Hyrum City Council. Hopes to eventually train 90 citizens in emergency response tasks and utilize them on the safety committee were discussed. “We’re looking to train average moms and dads that are here that […]

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Revelers enjoy a ‘howl of a night’ at the Moondog Ball, raising money for animal rescue

October 19th, 2009 Posted in Arts and Life |

Story and photos by Cassidee Cline LOGAN—People dressed up in cat ears, suit coats, formal wear and even jeans turned out in support of Four Paws’ animal rescue’s 9th annual Moondog Ball, Saturday night. Dozens of business and private caterers provided food and services for the hundreds of people who showed up.  Barney Northrop owns […]

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Nibley council takes walking tour of city parks, rejects Pleasant Haven subdivision

October 16th, 2009 Posted in Opinion |

By Benjamin Wood NIBLEY — The City Council opened the meeting Thursday with a tour of the town’s parks and trail system. After returning to city chambers, the council voted for final approval of the subdivision of Todd Fenton’s property and rejected a proposal for Pleasant Haven conservation subdivision on 3600 South. The tour was […]

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Wellsville dam renovation includes walking trail, fishery rehab

October 16th, 2009 Posted in Opinion |

By Nick Rust WELLSVILLE — Renovation of Wellsville Reservoir is moving forward, with a tentative completion date in the spring, says City Councilman Gary Bates. The city has been awarded a grant from the state of Utah to build a trail around the reservoir and a bridge across the water from east to west. Bates […]

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Voters’ Guide: Candidates for Paradise mayor, council

October 15th, 2009 Posted in Opinion |

By Seili Lewis PARADISE — The future of Paradise lies in the hands of the voters. This year’s election for mayor of Paradise and four town council seats is heating up. The primary election has come and gone and now the ballot has been narrowed to four candidates for the four-year seat on the council, […]

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Hyde Park OK’s agreement that will connect U.S. 91 and 1200 East

October 15th, 2009 Posted in Opinion |

By Dana Ivins HYDE PARK – The City Council approved an agreement Wednesday with PEPG Engineering to extend 3100 North and 600 South, in order to connect U.S. 91 and 1200 East. Councilman Charles Wheeler said the connection would decrease the amount of driving Hyde Park and North Logan residents would have to do, which […]

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North Logan council candidates answer voters’ questions on issues

October 15th, 2009 Posted in Opinion |

By Amanda Pierce NORTH LOGAN – The Youth Council held a meet-the-candidates night Wednesday, where citizens had the opportunity to ask questions and mingle with those running for City Council in the general election Nov. 3. Lloyd Berentzen, current councilman and unopposed candidate for mayor, started off the night. “I’m really grateful for the opportunity […]

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Smithfield council approves Stone Haven housing development

October 15th, 2009 Posted in Opinion |

By Katie Krusi SMITHFIELD — After many questions and a few adjustments, the City Council approved a preliminary plan for Stone Haven planned unit development, from 50 to 180 East and 600 to 800 South. Ryan Rogers, an agent for North Ridge Development, presented the plan and explained exactly what was in store for the […]

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Mendon’s pathway project receives Recovery Act funding

October 15th, 2009 Posted in Opinion |

By Kade Delis MENDON — A new pathway project was declared by the City Council on Oct. 8. The council discussed the finances needed as well as what needed to be done in time. The pathway is to be used for students crossing the street from the new Mountain Side Elementary School, according to Jason […]

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Farmland designated as River Heights’ first commercial property

October 14th, 2009 Posted in Opinion |

by Catherine Meidell RIVER HEIGHTS — The Todd G. Weston Family LTD Partnership Property has officially been adopted as commercial land as of last night’s River Heights City Council meeting. The property is the first deemed commercial land in the city of River Heights. Now that this crucial step has been taken, developers will be […]

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Richmond’s library celebrates 95 years of service

October 14th, 2009 Posted in Arts and Life |

By Dan Fawson RICHMOND — The Richmond Library began a weeklong celebration Tuesday, commemorating its 95th anniversary. According to Library Director Juliene Parrish, activities are scheduled to run through Oct. 21, with a “grand finale” scheduled for Oct. 29. Howard Little, a professional storyteller, Richmond native and star of the finale, will bring the festivities […]

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Argument in bike store results in woman’s arrest

October 14th, 2009 Posted in Opinion |

By Benjamin Wood LOGAN —After a dispute at a local bike shop, a Logan woman was issued a citation for disorderly conduct. Brenda Sun, 47, became involved in an argument Thursday with Joyride Bikes owner Kory Pitcher regarding payment for services offered at the shop. Lieutenant Rod Peterson of Logan City Police Department said Pitcher […]

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Lewiston’s library honored as top-notch by professional journal

October 14th, 2009 Posted in Arts and Life |

By Kate Clark LEWISTON–The prestigious award the Lewiston Library received last February has not gotten the attention it deserves. The five-star rating awarded by the Library Journal demonstrates the small-town libraries circulation, visits, program attendance and Internet use per capita, earning them a higher rating than the Milford, North Logan and Mt. Pleasant libraries. “I […]

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Cache County Council passes school truancy law

October 14th, 2009 Posted in Opinion |

By Kara Kawakami LOGAN — The Cache County Council approved the Truancy For Minors ordinance this week, with a provision that it be reviewed in two years to make sure that it is working. The ordinance along with the provision passed with only Councilman Jon White voting against it. The Truancy For Minors ordinance states […]

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Runners brave chilly weekend weather to race against drug abuse

October 13th, 2009 Posted in Sports |

By Dana Ivins HYDE PARK – Despite the cold weather, around 500 people gathered Saturday at Cedar Ridge Middle School for the 12th annual Red Ribbon Run. The event, sponsored by the Bear River Health Department, included a 5K run and one-mile walk-run to encourage physical activity and drug prevention. Before the races began, Dr. […]

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Most popular attraction in Newton? Definitely the dam

October 10th, 2009 Posted in Arts and Life |

By Kelly Greenwood NEWTON — Way out west of Smithfield, tucked between mossy green farmlands and hay fields that look like spun gold, Newton Dam lies quiet on an early autumn evening. The water is placid, rippling gently in a slight fall breeze as two boaters paddle quietly in the sun. Aspens surround the dam […]

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Bargains at Somebody’s Attic benefit CAPSA programs

October 10th, 2009 Posted in Business |

By Katie Krusi SMITHFIELD – Somebody’s Attic thrift store is not only full of bargains, but ways to help out the community. The store is completely non-profit and all proceeds go to help fund community outreach programs and provide clothing and other goods to those in need. Not only does Somebody’s Attic benefit the community, […]

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Training for body-building competition puts local man on intense road to fitness

October 10th, 2009 Posted in Arts and Life |

by Seili Lewis Five weeks of training and 40 pounds later, Tim Hill is finally ready to compete in his first body building competition. Hill will be competing in two categories, men’s body building novice lightweight division and the open middleweight. The weight limit for each category is 176 pounds, judging begins at 9 a.m. […]

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Nibley woman helps disabled kids learn horsemanship with ‘Giddy-Up Go’

October 10th, 2009 Posted in Arts and Life |

By Benjamin Wood NIBLEY – For 12 years Amy Platt and her volunteers at Giddy-Up Go have been helping children with disabilities. The non-profit program runs during the summer months at Platt’s property and once a week children from all over the valley come to ride horses and learn about animals. Sharlee Bates’ 10-year-old son […]

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Mendon discusses Eagle Scout bridge project, what to do about junk cars

October 10th, 2009 Posted in Opinion |

By Kade Delis MENDON—City Council members gathered Oct. 8 at Mendon City Station to discuss issues concerning the community. The discussion began with an Eagle Scout named Josh McBride who was announcing a project for the Eagle Scouts. He attended the meeting to allocate funds. His project is to build a bridge at 300 North […]

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