The Deer Park City Council sent out questionnaires with the water bills. These documents ask the citizens of Deer Park to speak their voice about what should be done. Fill out our poll below.
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The Deer Park City Council sent out questionnaires with the water bills. These documents ask the citizens of Deer Park to speak their voice about what should be done. Fill out our poll below.
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Hometown Animal Hospital has been named the 2026 Winterfest Honored Organization, in recognition of years of compassionate service that extends far beyond veterinary care. From rescuing overlooked animals to supporting local events and businesses, the clinic is making a profound impact on the community.

Dr. Miriam Dreewes of Hometown Animal Hospital is the 2026 Deer Park WinterFest Honored Citizen for her dedication to the community. We invite those who know her and Hometown Animal Hospital to submit positive stories and testimony via the form to be featured in the official Deer Park Gazette article.

The Deer Park Kiwanis and the WinterFest Committee are finalizing preparations for the annual WinterFest 2026 celebration. The essential sign-up forms for vendors and competitors are included within this article for easy access. The extensive lineup includes sports tournaments, crafts, entertainment, and the popular Outhouse Races, offering something for every age group.

The Medicine Shoppe in Deer Park is closing its doors permanently on November 28th due to undisclosed circumstances. All patient prescription files are being automatically transferred to Sixth Avenue Pharmacy in Spokane. Patients will need to contact the new pharmacy to update their payment information, as credit card details could not be transferred.

‘Tis the season for packages, but some Deer Park residents must update their shipping addresses to avoid returned packages. This new Post Office policy, which arrives just before the holiday shopping season, adds an extra layer to logistics for those shipping their gifts this year.

A state investigation is officially underway into the City of Deer Park for the alleged illegal use of taxpayer resources to promote a $14.6 million school levy. At the center of the probe is a potential conflict of interest, as the School District’s plans to purchase city-owned land in the near future hinge on the levy’s passage.

The Deer Park Gazette posed five questions to city council & mayoral candidates in the upcoming election, including those running unopposed. These questions delve into candidates’ priorities, views, perspectives, approaches, and how personal beliefs have shaped their direction.

The Deer Park City Council has voted to settle a dispute with Halme Construction over the city’s aeration lagoon project. The decision was made during a special City Council meeting on August 27, where city leaders chose mediation over litigation to resolve the matter.
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