Fire agencies in Sun City area in good shape

The Scottsdale Fire Department is facing a period of heavy retirements in the next five years, but Northwest Valley fire services are on a firm footing with staff.

No burn days on the horizon: Holidays can be tough for those with lung problems

Gathering with friends and family around a warm, cozy backyard fire after a hearty meal has become a holiday tradition for many residents throughout the Valley.

Leaders swimming in decision

Surprise leaders are swimming in decisions about what to do about the pools in the community.

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7 signs of dementia

Help with caregivers and people with Alzheimer’s is now available at the Surprise Memory Cafe. It’s part of the Surprise’s designation as a “Dementia Friendly” city.

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Cafe helps hold on to the memories

Help with caregivers and people with Alzheimer’s is now available at the Surprise Memory Cafe. It’s part of the Surprise’s designation as a “Dementia Friendly” city.

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Local camping enthusiasts recommend some areas for camping during the cooler months. Just moved from Indiana in March and now we are settled in we’d like to get to some camping. Where are …

All student IDs should have suicide prevention information

In 2012 my family experienced the loss of my brother Nathan due to suicide. After spending a full weekend with him at my parent’s house, none of us knew what was coming just two days later that Tuesday evening.

Ware: NVC has become crucial in 5 years

Things aren’t the way they use to be”, says Kathryn Chandler, the executive director of Northwest Valley Connect.

Local voices: What’s up with Surprise, Valley recycling programs?

Local residents react to news about Surprise and Glendale, among other cities, changing their recycling programs in response to worldwide recyclables market changes. Read more: Halting …

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With the Holidays are fast approaching, John Wallick Jewelers will host its annual fundraiser for the Arizona Humane Society.

Luke AFB veteran wins free A/C Unit for Veterans Day

Forrest Anderson Plumbing and Air Conditioning Inc., 17225 N. 63rd Ave., a family-owned business since 1961, awarded the winner of its 4th Annual Military Hero A/C Giveaway contest to Dan Dennison, a …

Banner Urgent Care in Surprise now open until midnight

Just in time for flu season, Banner Urgent Care is extending hours for its urgent care at 15521 W. Bell Road in Surprise. The Surprise location is the first to go live at staying open until …

Grandview named ‘Best in Wellness’

  Colin Milner Grandview Terrace, 14515 W. Granite Valley Drive, Sun City West, was recently named one of 25 ICAA NuStep Beacon Award winners across the U.S. for its …

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As part of its mission to benefit Arizonans through youth, sports and education, the Fiesta Bowl organization and its Fiesta Bowl Charities Wishes for Teachers program, powered by DriveTime has …

Dysart works to uncomplicate college costs

Dysart Unified School District’s Community Education department called upon financial management experts to give tools to college bound students andtheir families Nov. 7 at the district …

City Council considers raising age for smoking

The popularity of e-cigarettes and other vaping devices with teenagers is leading some cities like Surprise to consider raising the age to use tobacco to 21 and make e-cigarettes considered tobacco.

Surprise students thank veterans

The Dysart Unified School District held its first veterans appreciation kickoff celebration Nov. 4 at Kingswood Elementary School, 15150 W. Mondell Road, to honor those who served and are currently serving in the military.

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