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Lancaster Drive NE reopens at Wolverine Street after pedestrian struck
Lancaster Drive NE has reopened at Wolverine Street after a collision involving a pedestrian that left one person hospitalized, Salem Police said Wednesday. The closure was in place for about two hours while officers conducted an investigation. Isabel Funk covers breaking news and public safety for the Statesman Journal. Funk can be reached at ifunk@statesmanjournal.com or on X at @isabeldfunk This article originally appeared on Salem Statesman Journal: Lancaster Drive NE reopens at Wolverine Street after pedestrian struck
Portland enters ‘new, permanent era of micromobility’
The City of Portland has doubled down on their shared electric scooter program. At a press conference last Thursday, just steps from the Better Naito protected bike and scooter lanes, Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) officials and their partners announced multiyear contracts with Lyft and Lime to expand the scooter fleet and upgrade the program to permanent status.
Local Scouts Called Heroes for Saving Burning Boat
(Portland, OR) – A group of kids from the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America have gotten a National Medal of Merit for jumping in and putting out a fire on a boat near the San Juan Islands. They’re part of the Cascade Pacific Council of Scouting America and were honored recently by the organization. The Sea Scouts were on the first day afloat to the San Juan Islands when they heard a distress call over the radio. The call reported that a nearby boat was burning, and that the passengers had escaped with the help of another vessel – but the unmanned boat was still blazing. As they got closer, the Scouts could see the flames and smoke, and leaped into action. While the Skipper kept the Sea Scout ship at a safe distance, the Scouts manned fire hoses, gave directions, and worked together to try to keep the fire under control until a fire boat from Seattle arrived and took over the situation. You can hear more here:
Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day Returns to Encourage Reflection on Educational Inclusivity
This year, on November 14, the Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day returns, aiming to encourage schools and communities to honor the brave journey of Ruby Bridges toward educational inclusivity. As recalled by the City of Portland, the event celebrates the day when six-year-old Bridges made history by attending the then-all-white Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans, standing up against racial segregation post the Supreme Court’s decision in Brown v. the Board of Education.
Eugene company provided one-fourth of total lumber for new Portland airport terminal
EUGENE, Ore. – It’s a big week for the Portland International Airport as its highly-anticipated new main terminal opens on Wednesday, and a local business is being touted as having a huge part in the project. Zip-O-Log Mills and Zip-O-Laminators, located in Eugene, contributed 25% of the total...
State Opens Investigation Into Wilkes Sober Living Home
The Oregon Health Authority has launched an investigation into the unlicensed sober living center in the Wilkes neighborhood that was featured last week in WW. Like many sober homes, Wiicare’s facility operates in a gray area. State law regulates congregate housing for people with mental health or substance use disorders, but the code often goes unenforced. OHA is weighing whether to begin doing so.
Portland Knife Center of Excellence Founded by Oregon's Leading Knife Manufacturers
Portland's leading knife manufacturers announced the establishment of the Portland Knife Center of Excellence. Five Portland knife brands, Benchmade, CRKT, Gerber Gear, Leatherman and STEELPORT Knife Co., serve as founding members. With more knife companies headquartered in Portland than any other city in the U.S., the Portland Knife Center of...
Nehalem Bay State Park to close for upgrades starting October
More than $11 million in upgrades are scheduled to take place at Nehalem Bay State Park between this October and June of next year, Oregon Parks and Recreation Department officials told Manzanita City Council on August 7. The upgrades will focus on restoring and upgrading existing facilities at the park and will necessitate its closure for the duration of the work. The council also moved forward on selecting the design for a new city logo at the meeting. ...
'Go play:' Wilsonville to host community party this month
Lake Oswego concert Mbrascatu, which blends dance music, psych rock, and folk, will perform at 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 18 at Millennium Plaza Park. This concert is part of the city of Lake Oswego’s Summer Concert Series. West Linn concert ...
‘Gonzo’ journalist found guilty of rioting during clash with Proud Boys at Oregon City park
An independent journalist with admitted antifascist sympathies was found guilty Wednesday of riot and second-degree disorderly conduct for her involvement in a chaotic clash in an Oregon City park three years ago. Clackamas County jurors were unable to reach a verdict on a third charge, unlawful use of mace, in...
Police seek identity of suspect in Albany robbery
ALBANY, Ore. — The Albany Police Department is asking the public if they recognize a person suspected of robbery. According to Albany PD, shortly after 12 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 14, this person committed a robbery at a local business. The suspect displayed what the employee believed to be...
HART Theater unveils 'The Amazing Séance Sisters' for 30th anniversary
Lifting the curtains for its 30th anniversary, Hillsboro Artists’ Regional Theatre presents an original gothic tale filled with humor, horror and history. “The Amazing Séance Sisters” opens for its world premiere 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, at the HART Theater, located at 185 S.E. Washington St. Set in 1862 Indiana, the story follows a sassy, adventurous Jayne and her sweet yet reclusive sister Olivia. After the men in their town...
The new statewide approach to recruit more police officers in Washington
SEATTLE — Dressed in full uniform, police recruits line up in formation ready to begin their day at the Regional Training Academy in Vancouver, Washington. At 7 a.m. sharp their day starts with the pledge of allegiance followed by pushups. The patches on the majority of the 32 recruits...
Oregon Department of Aviation proposes three refined options for Aurora Airport adjustments
As the city of Wilsonville and other parties remain concerned over a possible expansion of the Aurora State Airport, three refined Oregon Department of Aviation proposals for airport adjustments include an extension of the runway and potential property acquisition. The new proposed options, referred to as “alternatives” and presented at an advisory committee meeting on Tuesday, July 30, were designed based on community and advisory committee input to preliminary alternatives proposed by the aviation department in June. ...
Call 911, the Porsche show comes to Lincoln City
Car shows can feature a wide range of makers and models or cater to the true fan, as is the case for the Porsche show happening at the Lincoln City Cultural Center this Saturday, Aug. 17. The show will also have a raffle and silent auction, with proceeds benefiting the...
Lincoln City Celebrates Launch of Wecoma Place to Provide Affordable Housing for Echo Mountain Fire Survivors
In a significant triumph for Lincoln City's efforts to provide stable and accessible housing, the Housing Authority of Lincoln County, along with its partners, celebrates the inauguration of Wecoma Place—a new 100% affordable housing complex specifically benefiting Echo Mountain Fire survivors and long-standing residents. As reported by the Oregon Housing and Community Services, the opening ceremony is scheduled for 12 p.m. on Friday, August 16, 2024, as the development opens its doors to provide 44 homes.
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