Peter’s Blog
First Responders Honored in Tenino!
Local first responders are on the front line protecting our families, neighborhoods, and community. In Tenino, the annual First Responders BBQ highlights the importance of our law enforcement, firefighters, and emergency responders. The event traditionally coincides...
Seminary Hill Natural Area: A Gem in Downtown Centralia
Downtown Centralia hosts a beautiful 70-acre natural area called Seminary Hill. The natural area overlooks Centralia, the Chehalis and Skookumchuck River valleys and the municipal water reservoirs on Seminary Hill Road. Removing Ivy From Seminary Hill with Miss Lewis...
Lewis County Head Start Makes a Difference: Early Education Investment!
There are reasons to support early learning programs from many different angles. I was very proud and honored to join the Lewis County Head Start this morning and talk about how much my family and my community appreciates their tireless work!
Centralia College Scholarship Night a Success!
It's an honor serving as the Centralia College Foundation president & supporting higher education in our community at Centralia College. A packed room for both nights of scholarship presentations! The Foundation invested over $1.3 million in student scholarships...
World Suicide Prevention Day: What You Need To Know!
Suicide is the leading cause of death for people ages 15 to 29 and for every suicide that results in death, there are as many as 40 attempted suicides. The CDC data show that southwestern Washington has the state’s highest suicide rate, at 17.8 deaths per 100,000...
Happy Labor Day!
Happy Labor Day! A time to celebrate the working men and women who built our country, made it great, and continue making it great! https://youtu.be/hZeeWN51nsE
Centralia Council Addresses Fireworks Restrictions
I agree with my councilmembers Sue Lound and Cameron McGee that an outright ban of all sale and discharge of fireworks is not in the best interest of our City. I believe that shortening the dates of discharge, while allowing continued sales and discharges of state...
2019 Local Election Questionnaire
[ninja_forms id=4] Thank you for taking the August 2019 Local Elections Questionnaire! For more information or to support the Elect Peter Abbarno Campaign, visit Elect Peter Abbarno!
Every Vote Counts: Primary Day!
Happy Primary Day! Please remember to register and vote! This year is expected to have a very low primary turnout. It is true that every vote counts and in low turnout elections, the "value" of a vote is even greater. Only the Top Two candidates will advance to the...
Abbarno to Speak at Young Professionals of Lewis County meeting
Centralia City Councilmember Peter Abbarno is speaking with the Young Professionals of Lewis County on August 14 from 5pm-7pm at the Branch Restaurant (patio) overlooking Washington Park in Centralia. The City of Centralia recently bonded $3 million for a proposed...
Lewis County Farm Bureau 2nd Annual Agricultural Tour Highlights Local Products and Issues
Agriculture and Land Stewardship is part of the history and tradition in Lewis County and throughout SW Washington. Family farming is woven into the fabric our community. Cowlitz Falls Lavender Company in Randlewww.cowlitzfallslavender.com This week I joined Local,...
Welcoming STP Riders To The Hub City: Here is what you need to know!
This weekend the Seattle-To-Portland bike ride will make its way through Centralia - the Hub City! The 40th anniversary ride could see up to 10,000 riders. STP July 13-14, 2019 This is a great opportunity for riders and their families to tour our community and rest at...
