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Forest Lake deer kill under review
FOREST LAKE — An initial review of the Jan. 14 deer shooting has revealed proper protocol was followed. However, the incident remains under investigation, according to the police chief.
Cop’s goal: Become a familiar face
FOREST LAKE — When a new position was created in the Forest Lake Police Department, officer Ashley Lavalle jumped at it.
Forest Lake couple ‘traumatized’ by killing of fawns in their yard
FOREST LAKE — A Forest Lake couple says they are “traumatized” by the early morning shooting of two young deer in their yard last weekend by a uniformed Forest Lake police officer carrying a shotgun.
Open water marked
Unseasonably warm temperatures are hindering nature from making more ice on Forest Lake. On Tuesday morning, Forest Lake Fire and Rescue deployed its new air boat and set out to mark locations where open water has been spotted.
Scandia City Council approves 2 variance requests
Action on a third postponed until Dec. 13 Mary Bailey Scandia Reporter Two variance requests recommended by the Scandia Planning Commission were approved by the council at Tuesday, Nov. 15. Because of new developments in a third application, the council postponed that discussion to December 13
Welcome to The House of Halloween
FOREST LAKE — Listen: Do you hear the wind howling outside your window? Can you detect a faint scream, the screeching of a wary owl, or perhaps the demonic laughter of a ghoulish grave robber come upo
Keeping his health hopes alive
FOREST LAKE – For someone who has seen more doctors and hospitals in 14 years than most people see in a lifetime, resident Scott Erickson has an incredibly positive outlook.
YSB’s ‘Black Tie/Blue Jeans’ night is Sept. 30th
Public event will be at Vannelli’s by the Lake Join the Lakes Area Youth Service Bureau in celebrating 35 years to the community at “Black Tie to Blue Jean Night” next Friday, Sept. 30. This year’s annual fundraiser will be held at Vannelli’s by the Lake. The evening includes a social hour at 6 p.m., sponsored by Olson’s Sewer Service/Olson’s Excavating Service, followed by a fabulous dinner at 7 p.m., including entertainment by local youth and with a surprise celebrity guest entertainer from the ‘70s! The event features a Barley and Vine Draw, both a silent and live auctions. Check out the items up for bid at www.ysblakesarea.org. All event proceeds benefit LAYSB Teen Leadership and Enrichment programs.
Huge housing plan stalls; city deals with developer
FOREST LAKE – After sinking $13 million into the Headwaters Development project, Len Pratt wants out.
New bridge crosses Broadway Avenue
FOREST LAKE —Bicyclists, walkers, in-line skaters, even horseback riders can now safely cross a busy downtown street on a new pedestrian bridge.