The 2023-24 school year is now underway and the University Place Police Department wants to remind all motorists to leave a little extra time in their morning and afternoon routines to slow down and be safe. Walkers and bikers be sure to stop, look, listen and look again before crossing the street. Don’t walk between parked […]
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Union Avenue construction begins Monday
The City of Lakewood is making pedestrian improvements along the southeast side of Union Avenue between Orchard and Spruce streets. The improvements include adding street lights, curb, gutter, and sidewalk. Lane closure begins Monday, Sept. 11, 2023 The northeast-bound lane will close during construction for the improvements to be installed. It is anticipated the project […]
Transit agencies continue safety and health efforts following UW study recommendations
In a first-of-its-kind study, the University of Washington today released an analysis of drug smoke and residue samples collected on transit vehicles, and health officials say the levels are “extremely low” and that riding transit remains safe. The five transit agencies that sponsored the study—Sound Transit, King County Metro, Community Transit, Everett Transit and TriMet—are continuing […]
Obituary Notices – September 9, 2023
Edwards Memorial Funerals Homes, Chapels and Crematories: Ellen Kay Carruth; Larry Dayne Stogsdill. Mountain View Funeral Home: Karen Blatman-Byers; Clifford Collier; Manuel “Manny” Iyulores; Paul Loyle; Sylvia Marie Peed; Lynn Margaret Wahlund. Powers Funeral Home: Mark Alan Koch.
And justice for all
Pierce County Executive, Bruce Dammeier announcement. There is a reason the Pledge of Allegiance ends with “and justice for all.” It represents one of the most foundational principles of our nation. Our courts are designed to ensure we live up to those words. Every case that comes before a judge in one of the County-City […]
Lakewood City Manager September 8 Info Bulletin
Read the Lakewood City Manager’s (John Caulfield) September 8 Info Bulletin to the Mayor and City Council online by clicking here.
Steilacoom Town Administrator September 8 Report to Council
Read the Town of Steilacoom Administrator’s September 8 report to the Town Council by clicking here.
Lakewood Business Showcase: Lakewood Barbershop
Along with providing scholarships and free haircuts to our youth, Lakewood Barbershop creates opportunities for our community to bond and grow. Lakewood Barbershop is recognized as the September 2023 Lakewood Business Showcase because it preserves and continues the culture of Lakewood through its creation of a safe and supportive space for members of our community […]
9/11 Remembrance Ceremonies Scheduled
In honor of the anniversary of September 11, West Pierce Fire & Rescue will hold two public ceremonies in remembrance of the 2,977 victims lost on that date in 2001. Those victims included 343 firefighters, 60 police officers and 55 military personnel. Friday, September 8 at noonLakewood City Hall6000 Main Street, Lakewood Monday, September 11 […]