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City Manager Says Police Officer Will Remain Fired

Thursday, November 12, 2009

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City Manager Michael Ross on Tuesday announced he will uphold the termination of Nelson Hernandez, a West University Place police officer who was fired for allegedly fabricating reasons he pulled cars over. West U. Police Chief [...]

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West U. Firefighters Get Grant For Communication System

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

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The West University Place Fire Department has won nearly $9,000 to purchase new communication equipment that officials say will enhance their emergency scene operations and safety. “Communications at any emergency call is critical when every second [...]

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Fired West U. Officer Also Sued By City Over Unemployment Benefits

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

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A West U. officer fired last year for allegedly lying about getting hit by a car while directing traffic is now involved in a lawsuit with the city of West University Place over unemployment benefits. The [...]

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Council Votes To Illegalize Texting While Driving

Monday, November 9, 2009

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Council Votes To Illegalize Texting While Driving

Five television crews crowded the back wall of the City Council Chambers on Monday to witness the council voting unanimously for a citywide ban on texting while driving. The council’s action makes big news as local [...]

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Tempers Flare During Vote On New Police Station

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

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Tempers Flare During Vote On New Police Station

Tempers flared at Monday’s city council meeting as officials debated which option to accept for the design of a new police station. “Down the road, the council will look back and say ‘What kind of idiots [...]

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Scrambling For Cover From Drenching Rain

Monday, October 26, 2009

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Scrambling For Cover From Drenching Rain

Monday’s rain sent residents scrambling for cover. Watch a video of the downpour.

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