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Allen Leister | The Daily World Floats from all over Western Washington, such as this one from Port Orchard, joined in the Grand Parade at the 63rd annual McCleary Bear Festival. The parade took place at noon on Saturday, July 9, 2022, in McCleary.

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Thousands gather for Bear Festival in McCleary

With summer in full effect, the feeling of the warm weather season appears to have a different aura…

Local, state, and federal officials joined Gov. Jay Inslee at the ceremonial groundbreaking of the new Fry Creek Pump Station in Aberdeen on Thursday, July 7, 2022. From left to right: state Rep. Jim Walsh (R-19th District), Hoquiam City Administrator Brian Shay, Aberdeen City Engineer Nick Bird, Aberdeen Mayor Pete Schave, Hoquiam Mayor Ben Winkleman, U.S. Rep. Derek Kilmer (D-Gig Harbor), Gov. Jay Inslee, state Rep. Steve Tharinger (D-24th District), and state Rep. Mike Chapman (D-24th District). Allen Leister | The Daily World

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Inslee attends Fry Creek pump station groundbreaking

The new Fry Creek Pump Station got off to a wet start on Thursday, July 7. A brief,…

Governor Jay Inslee (left) listens, alongside his grandson Brody, to Mayor Vini Samuel of Montesano (right) as she describes the work done to prevent flooding and erosion from causing a potential ecological disaster at the Montesano Wastewater Treatment Plant on July 7, 2022. (Allen Leister | The Daily World)

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Gov. Inslee visits flood hazard reduction projects in Montesano

Environmental concerns are no stranger to the Grays Harbor region, especially when it comes to flooding.

Grays Harbor County Superior Court in Montesano. The Daily World | File Photo

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Paul James Bieker sentenced to 30 years in state prison for rape

Paul James Bieker, a former resident of McCleary, was sentenced on Friday, July 8, to 30 years in…

Washington State Patrol SUVs and a coroner’s office van were on-scene as several WSP troopers investigate the scene of a fatal crash that happened on Friday morning, July 8, 2022, on Washington State Route 109 at milepost 5. (Matthew N. Wells | The Daily World)

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Copalis Beach woman dies in rollover on SR-109

A local woman died Friday morning, July 8, in a single-vehicle crash on State Route 109 in Hoquiam.

Bolstered by a strong financial position, the city of Ocean Shores is preparing its next docket of priorities for the upcoming budget session. Among the top of the list is the implementation of additional sidewalks, such as the one along Point Brown Avenue. Erika Gebhardt I The Daily World

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‘City Chat’ focuses on Ocean Shores budget

It’s that time of year: beach days, late-night BBQs, and initial budget chats. The city of Ocean Shores…

Matthew N. Wells | The Daily World On Thursday morning, July 7, 2022, a motorist heads west over the Wishkah Street Bridge. The slogan on the purple sign “Gateway to the Olympics,” is just what John Shaw, and many in the Grays Harbor County community are trying to unlock in Aberdeen. The proposed key is the Gateway Center, which would serve as an information center about the community and provide help to businesses interested in moving to Aberdeen, among other things.

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Aberdeen’s rosy future could hinge on Gateway Center in downtown

The purple, westbound “Welcome to Aberdeen” sign that people drive past before crossing the Wishkah Street Bridge and…

Medical staff responds to a “rapid response,” in which a COVID-19 patient was in medical distress and signaled staff to intervene quickly at Samaritan Healthcare in Grant County. Amanda Snyder | The Seattle Times | TNS | File Photo

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CDC: Grays Harbor among 7 Washington counties that should mask up

People in seven Washington counties should wear masks indoors and on public transportation, according to recommendations from the…

Grays Harbor County Superior Courthouse in Montesano. The Daily World | File Photo

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Bieker sentenced to 30 years in prison for raping teenage girl

A Tacoma man was sentenced on Friday, July 8, to 30 years in state prison for raping a…

Allen Leister | The Daily World The Grand Parade, which is the first major event scheduled for Saturday, will host a variety of floats from neighboring towns and will be led by the McCleary Royalty Program. Following the Grand Parade, the famous bear stew will be served. The 63rd Bear Festival will be held from Friday, July 8, 2022, at 1 p.m. through Sunday, July 10, 2022.

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63rd annual Bear Festival this weekend in McCleary

For some people, traditions are everything. Whether it be national holidays, festive celebrations, or family get-togethers; the concept…

Allen Leister | The Daily World Construction for the Arby’s began in Eagles Landing as ground was broken July 1, 2022, in Elma. The project is expected to be completed by November 2022 and will be adjacent to the neighboring Starbucks building.

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Arby’s construction begins at Eagles Landing in Elma

After months of inactivity, Elma residents can watch with anticipation as another business begins to come into the…

Matthew N. Wells | The Daily World Hana and her 11-month-old daughter Hazel Lichty await the festivities of the Aberdeen Founder’s Day Parade on Saturday, July 2, 2022, near South Broadway Street and East Market Street.

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Founder’s Day Parade brightens up Aberdeen

Hana Lichty and her 14-month-old daughter Hazel had never experienced the Aberdeen Founder’s Day Parade until Saturday, July…

(Provided photo) Mallory R. Mathews, a 16-year-old Aberdeen High School student, has been gone since Sunday, June 12, 2022. Her mother, Angie Mathews, just wants her home. She’s grateful for the community’s help.

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Mother of missing Aberdeen teen desperate to find her

Angie Mathews sounded desperate in her search to find her daughter, Mallory R. Mathews, a 16-year-old Aberdeen High…