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flag K9 Athena, a North Bend police dog, earned narcotics detection certification with help from community donations.

flag K9 Athena, a police dog with Oregon’s North Bend Police Department, has been officially certified by the Oregon Police Canine Association for narcotics detection after passing rigorous testing. flag The certification allows her to assist in identifying drugs like fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine alongside her handler, Officer Martin. flag The department credited community donations, including a $16,000 gift, for reviving its K9 program. flag Since certification, Athena has helped recover fentanyl, cash, and firearms during a search warrant. flag The North Bend Police Department is hosting a donor event to thank supporters, with donations accepted online, by mail, or in person.

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