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Citizens given tools to help fight city crime
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New light will debut Thursday Contractor crews are putting the final touches on a new traffic signal and crosswalks at the intersection of state Route 410 and Watson Street in Enumclaw. The new signal is scheduled to begin operation by 5 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 8. The Washington State Patrol will direct traffic through the intersection from 8 p.m. Wednesday until 5 a.m. Thursday as final tests are completed. Activation is dependent on the new signal performing properly during the testing period. The new signal aims to preserve driver and pedestrian safety.
By Kevin Hanson Senior Writer
Enumclaw citizens have a new, high-tech opportunity to help the crime-fighting efforts of the city’s police force. The Enumclaw Police Department last week announced the availability of TipSoft, a service for citizens to anonymously submit crime-related tips through the Web, a text message, or from any Android or iPhone mobile device with the TipSubmit mobile app. “Many people see or hear of suspicious things happening in their neighborhood but, for whatever reason, feel it is not their business to become involved,” said Capt. Bob Huebler. “The Enumclaw Police Department is always looking for ways to effectively engage with the public directly.” TipSoft has proved successful because it uses technology that is familiar to citizens, which allows them to carry on an anonymous two-way conversation with the agency without requiring them to speak directly to an officer. Huebler said the system affords the public an opportunity “to stay up-to-date on local crime information and communicate crime information, unsafe conditions, and tips back to us anytime, anywhere.”
Weather Expect mostly sunny skies today, Wednesday, with a high temperature near 54. The same holds true for Thursday, with cloudy nights. A chance of rain moves in Thursday and sticks around through the weekend, with a greater chance of showers Sunday. Daytime highs remain in the 502..
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Firefighter layoffs averted by district
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First of the Year Kaden James Hougardy was born at 1:25 p.m. Jan. 1, the first 2015 baby to be delivered at St. Elizabeth Hospital. His parents are Tiffany and James Hougardy of Buckley. Photo by Kevin Hanson
Deadline: January 16 @ 5pm, Published: February 18
Plateau resident worried about the impact of significant layoffs within East Pierce Fire and Rescue can breathe a bit easier. The district – which provides fire and emergency medical service from Bonney Lake to the Buckley city limits, as well as areas
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Deadline: January 14 @ 5pm, Published: January 21
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north and west – will no longer be laying off seven employees at the end of this month. Amid strong complaints from the public, East Pierce commissioners voted unanimously to accept a new memorandum of understanding between the department and the department’s union, Local 3520.
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