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Local Government Meeting today in Northwest Valley

By NW Valley Times | May 15, 2024

Northwest Valley City Council Meeting starting at 6 pm today — here's what you need to know!

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5 fewer lawyers with active licenses to practice in Maricopa County during April than previous month

By NW Valley Times | May 15, 2024

Maricopa County recorded a decline in the number of lawyers with active licenses in its legal scene during April, compared to the previous month, according to the State Bar of Arizona.

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Peoria school board member: Peoria Unified School District is ‘failing at ensuring students have the foundation of academics’

By NW Valley Times | May 15, 2024

Peoria Unified School District governing board member Heather Rooks said recent test data shows the district is “failing at ensuring students have the foundation of academics” in favor of focusing on things like social and emotional learning.

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GCU CityServe partners with local organizations for community food distribution event

By NW Valley Times | May 15, 2024

Volunteers on Monday loaded boxes of food, toiletries, and women’s hygiene products into vehicles during the Resource Rally distribution event sponsored by GCU CityServe, Feed the Children, and The Reborn Church.

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Blake Hammond, former Sunrise Mountain High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship

By NW Valley Times | May 15, 2024

First game takes place on Thursday, May 16.

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Former police officer finds new calling as special education teacher

By NW Valley Times | May 14, 2024

Keisha Ritchie addressed her fellow graduates during the May 3 Spring Commencement for online and cohort students at Global Credit Union Arena. She delivered the commencement speech, urging her peers to “go forth and make history,” before joining the celebrating crowd on the Quad lawn.

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Government event this week in Northwest Valley: May 12-18

By NW Valley Times | May 13, 2024

The following event is scheduled to take place in Northwest Valley this week.

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Peoria offers entry-level budget analyst position

By NW Valley Times | May 13, 2024

Peoria is currently offering an entry-level budget analyst position, providing a unique opportunity for those looking to kickstart their career in government finance. The city takes pride in its history of sound financial management and the new recruit will have the chance to learn from a seasoned team of fiscal analysts.

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GCU commissions new officers continuing family military traditions

By NW Valley Times | May 13, 2024

Taliyah Calloway received her first salute as an officer from her father, Carl Calloway, during the Grand Canyon University (GCU) Army ROTC Commissioning Ceremony. The ceremony saw seventeen Army and three Air Force cadets receive their lieutenant bars.

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Peoria's planning department updates major general plan amendment for 2024

By NW Valley Times | May 13, 2024

On May 7, the Planning Department of Peoria presented a 2024 Major General Plan Amendment Update to the City Council in a study session. A recording of this General Plan Update is available for viewing.

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Peoria City Hall to host community lab screening events

By NW Valley Times | May 13, 2024

The city of Peoria is set to host a series of lab screenings and allergy tests on Tuesday, June 4. The event will take place from 6:30 to 10:30 am at Peoria City Hall, located at 8401 W. Monroe Street, in the Pine room. A comprehensive list of screenings and their corresponding prices can be found at www.healthwaves.com.

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Peoria City Council highlights priorities in website update

By NW Valley Times | May 13, 2024

The City Council of Peoria has highlighted its three main priorities - Economic Development, Public Safety, and Water Security - on the newly updated city website. These priorities aim to create a sustainable and thriving community.

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Upcoming public meetings announced by Peoria City Council

By NW Valley Times | May 13, 2024

The City Council of Peoria has announced its next meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, May 28 at 6 pm. The gathering will take place in the Peoria Council Chamber, located at 8401 W. Monroe Street. Agendas and further information about the meeting can be accessed on the council's website: www.peoriaaz.gov/council. In addition to in-person attendance, the council offers live broadcasts of its meetings and study sessions through Cox Channel 11, Facebook (www.facebook.com/CityofPeoriaAZ), and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalPeoria).

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Which former NW Valley Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13?

By NW Valley Times | May 12, 2024

These former NW Valley Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 13.

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School events this week in Northwest Valley: May 12-18

By NW Valley Times | May 11, 2024

The following school events are scheduled to take place in Northwest Valley this week.

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NW Valley Times area weekly mass times

By NW Valley Times | May 11, 2024

The following parishes in the NW Valley Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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GCU students shine in national business competitions

By NW Valley Times | May 10, 2024

Grand Canyon University (GCU) students Parker Boynton and Alfredo Ramirez recently achieved noteworthy successes in two business competitions. Boynton, a recent graduate with a bachelor's degree in entrepreneurship, along with his classmates, demonstrated their negotiation skills despite their limited experience.

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GCU athletic trainer's book "Beyond the Game" inspires athletes globally

By NW Valley Times | May 9, 2024

For athletes of all ages and levels, each day might vary from repeatedly hitting the snooze button to engaging in an intense workout. However, Grand Canyon University athletic trainer Chris Elliott has posed a different approach: what if each day began with an athlete's devotional, featuring lessons learned from their trials and tribulations?

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U.S. Rep Candidate Masters: 'There's one thing Joe Biden can do to unite the country, it's because he's so horrible everyone knows that he's bad'

By NW Valley Times | May 8, 2024

Blake Masters, the Republican Congressional candidate for Arizona’s 8th District, criticized President Joe Biden during a recent episode of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show. "So if there's one thing Joe Biden can do to unite the country, it's because he's so horrible everyone knows that he's bad," said Masters.

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Peoria Provides Cooling Centers and Hydration Stations to Combat Extreme Heat

By NW Valley Times | May 8, 2024

Peoria, AZ (May 8, 2024) As summer approaches and temperatures begin to rise, the city of Peoria is once again partnering with the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) to launch the Heat Relief Regional Network. Peoria's cooling centers and hydration stations are open now through September 30. Peoria is collecting donations of bottled water at each of these locations to help support these vital programs.