Meet our dog of the week Finnegan, a one-year-old brindle black and brown Plott Hound mix disguised as a lovable, affectionate and entertaining goofball.

Finnegan adores his humans and is so gleeful in his attention, he may pounce on you to show you how happy he is to see you.

The world has changed from when I was a child. Today, it seems like we are obsessed with cleanliness. Nobody wants to get their hands dirty. Nitrile gloves and hand sanitizers are standard fare everywhere you go. God forbid that we might come into contact with “germs.”

The Mill Creek Police Department recently selected Julia McCauley, a second grader at Mill Creek Elementary, as its honorary Chief for A Day.

Chief Greg Elwin visited Julia’s class to announce her appointment and to award her with her badge.

Our cat of the week Tinkerbell is a striking lady! With her tabby markings and soft, plush fur, she certainly is beautiful.

Tinkerbell is a gentle, quiet kitty that doesn’t ask for much. She loves to get her chin scratched, her cheeks rubbed, and to curl up with her people on a rainy day.