Arrested development: Full game plan to stop store thefts

It’s no secret that La Conner has a lot to offer. While the best things in life may be free, the goods and products, at local stores, galleries and eateries require payment.

Some, though, as La Conner merchant and Chamber of Commerce board member Lisa Judy pointed out in last week’s Weekly News, try cashing in with the proverbial five-finger discount.

Town officials and business leaders are hopeful that the newly expanded police services contract with the Skagit County sheriff’s office will help reduce incidents of shoplifting and theft.

“We have arranged for additional law enforcement service...