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It’s holiday joy for North Metro fire and police departments thanks to funding gift

Fire and police across Minnesota received an extra holiday gift in 2023. On the day after Christmas the state kicked in a huge chunk of money for public safety funding. This news brought joy to these agencies, including those in the North Metro.

Jackson Middle School Observatory becomes more accessible

For nearly twenty years, Jackson Middle School in Champlin has had an observatory. But, the telescope in the observatory hasn’t always been accessible to everyone. Following a a personal family experience, the observatory coordinator helped invent something new that’s bringing the stars to more eyes.

Ice anglers need to be careful on Minnesota’s not-so-frozen lakes

The calendar says it’s winter in Minnesota – but the mild weather makes it seem like early spring. This is bad news for those who like to ice fish. Lake ice is not as thick as it was in 2022.

North Metro toy story brings kids and heroes together for a shopping spree

Heroes for helpers is an annual event that gives youngsters a chance to smile in the holiday season. That was the case again this year as the spirit of giving back was on display in the North Metro.

The oldest pickle in Anoka County

The county’s oldest pickle is one of many unique artifacts available for adoption at the Anoka County Historical Society.

Pump prices plunge at Blaine gas station

Everyone loves an early holiday gift – which is exactly what some drivers are getting when they fuel up at a Blaine gas station.

Spring Lake Park Police now use reconnaissance robot on some scenes

The Spring Lake Park Police Department is one of the few law enforcement agencies in the state with Transcend robot. It’s a tool that officers can use for reconnaissance and to keep themselves out of potentially harmful situations.

Circle Pines city councilmember on Times Square billboard

Dean Goldberg is a city council member in Circle Pines,. He recently took a trip to New York City where he helped ring in the opening bell at the NASDAQ stock exchange and found his face on a billboard in Times Square – all in the name of diabetes education.

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