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Amid veterinarian shortage, pet docs seeing flurry of furry patients

OGDEN — When Oreo the cat goes to the vet, he prefers to sit on the windowsill and watch the traffic go by on Wall Avenue. That’s OK with Dr. Eleanor Jenson, who likes to accommodate her patients, examining them where they’re most comfortable. During another recent appointment, the ...

Intermountain Health facilities recognized as breastfeeding-friendly by state

All 21 Intermountain Health hospitals in Utah have received a five-star rating from the state for being breastfeeding-friendly facilities. The Utah Department of Health and Human Services issued the ratings to hospitals with labor and delivery departments for completing all 10 requirements of ...

‘Good energy’: Two Rivers HS opens center for homeless kids, others in need

OGDEN — It was only inaugurated on Thursday, but already, Shay Robinson, a Two Rivers High School junior, could feel the good vibes at the school's new teen center. "It feels like a safe space over here. It's just good energy," Shay said. Weber School District officials gathered Thursday ...

Weber County election season isn’t over yet, not by a long shot

OGDEN — Maybe there aren't as many political signs out there following the end of primary voting on Sept. 5. But it's still political season. In fact, the campaigning across Weber County may now get more intense with more seats up for grabs in more locales than ahead of the primary. ...

Hooper energy tax, expected to generate $510K a year, spurs backlash from some

HOOPER — Hooper residents will soon see a new charge on their electricity and natural gas bills in response to local leaders' moves to bolster revenue entering city coffers. It's got some people shaking their heads, upset over the prospect of paying more taxes and unhappy with how city ...

Second meeting held to get feedback, give update on Union Station Neighborhood

OGDEN — The people of Ogden got another opportunity to shape what nearly 30 acres around Union Station will look like and what the function of the former railroad depot will be in the future. Wednesday marked the Union Station Neighborhood's second community conversation, held at the station ...