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Energy Facility Siting Council to meet in Hermiston
SALEM – The Oregon Energy Facility Siting Council will be held Thursday, Aug. 22 and Friday, Aug. 23 at the Maxwell Event Center in Hermiston. On the agenda is a public hearing on Sunstone Solar’s project application. Sunstone Solar, previously known as Echo Solar Project) is a proposed...
Mass Resignation of Milton-Freewater Emergency Responders
In an unprecedented move, all career firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics serving the Milton-Freewater Valley Ambulance District have resigned as of 10 a.m. on August 13, 2024. The sudden departure, which took place without prior warning, has left the community in a state of uncertainty, although county officials assure residents that emergency services will continue.
Ontario Feral Cat Project to sell Mo's Clam Chowder for kitten care fundraiser
ONTARIO, Oregon (CBS2) — The Ontario Feral Cat Project (OFCP) will presell Mo's Clam Chowder Base from the Oregon Coast to Ontario on Sept. 25 as part of a fundraiser to help get their kittens spayed, neutered, vaccinated, tested and microchipped. Ontario Feral Cat Project to sell Mo's Clam...
Hermiston Council OKs Zoning Change, Annexation Requests
The Hermiston City Council approved the annexation of 2.01 acres of property into the city limits Monday night that will be put on the market for development. Prior to annexing the property, the council voted to change the zoning designation of the property from Future Residential to R-2, allowing for one- and two-family dwellings on 6,500-square-foot lots.
Milpitas Police Nab Oregon Man Suspected in Violent Necklace Snatching Incident
In a recent turn of events in Milpitas, a suspect responsible for a violent necklace snatching has been taken into custody by local law enforcement. The Milpitas Police Department reported the arrest on their Facebook page, crediting the rapid response of their detectives. The crime took place on Tuesday, near the 180 block of W. Calaveras Boulevard, at just past 10 in the morning.
Its all about boats — wooden and cardboard — this weekend at the Port of Toledo’s annual show
TOLEDO — It will be all about boats at the Wooden Boat Show and Containerboard Boat Contest on Saturday and Sunday in Toledo. The 19th annual Port of Toledo Wooden Boat Show is a family friendly two-day event celebrating Toledo’s maritime heritage. A variety of vessels will be on display including classic vessels, unique owner-built boats and the Port’s trio of Teak Lady sailboats. This year’s show features steamboats from the Northwest Steam Society.
Marion County restaurant inspections: Bag O' Crab, Daynight Donuts
ABOUT RESTAURANT INSPECTIONS This is a snapshot of the inspections conducted by the Marion County health department. Twice annually, licensed restaurants receive unannounced inspections that focus on food temperatures, food preparation practices, worker hygiene, dishwashing and sanitizing, and equipment and facility cleanliness. ...
Sherwood senior gets chance to touch the sky in 1940s biplane
While John Clouse spent 32 years in the U.S. Air Force — and once had been at the controls of an F-15 — he waited patiently on Tuesday, Aug. 13, for a chance to fly in an aircraft that would give him a new perspective on how it feels to fly. That’s because Clouse, who along with his wife, Lin, are new residents of The Springs Living at Sherwood, got a chance of a lifetime. It came in the form of flying in a circa-1942...
Coming up on KEZI 9 News at 4: Drugs found in charcoal bags at Roseburg park; Albany man accused of keeping wild animals
Douglas County deputies found illegal drugs in a charcoal briquet bag in a Roseburg park. Also, an Albany man is facing charges for allegedly keeping a cougar and other animals at his house. Chief Meteorologist Holden LeCroy has the weather.
North Coast real estate trends
Country Media recently had the opportunity to talk with two north coast real estate brokers about current real estate trends in our area. Michael Henderson, Managing Principal Broker and owner of Duane Johnson Real Estate in Cannon Beach, and Pam Zielinski, Principal Broker for Berkshire Hathaway Home Services in Netarts, both agreed that home prices have remained relatively flat and stable since the early fall of 2022, following the rapid appreciation in prices in 2020, 2021 and the first nine months of 2022. Henderson and...
Sandy family opens Jamba Juice, Auntie Anne's
For many, no mall experience is complete without a stop at the food court for items like a soft pretzel or a smoothie. But now a new co-branded store has brought both the popular Jamba Juice and Auntie Anne’s menus to Sandy. What started out as a freshman-year business class project for Micaiah Turin, turned into an actual business venture after he brought his research to his parents, Kim and Tony Turin. ...
Amazing Grange Day serves as major fundraiser for local chapter
Back in 2018 when Marys River Grange’s historic building needed a new roof, the membership established Amazing Grange Day as a new fundraiser to boost the bottom line. Now in its sixth year — there was no event in 2020 because of the pandemic — Amazing Grange Day has become one of the organization’s biggest fundraisers. It’s coming up Saturday from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Marys River Grange Hall.
Oppenlander trial begins with attorneys throwing blame at one another
Lawyers for the city of West Linn and West Linn-Wilsonville School District set the stage for the trial over Oppenlander fields by casting blame at one another during opening arguments Tuesday, Aug. 13. The two public agencies found themselves fighting each other in Clackamas County Circuit Court, two and a half years after the school district initially filed a lawsuit against the city. Attorney Erica Clausen opened arguments for the school district, asserting that the city “poisoned the well” of partnership between the two agencies....
Albany man faces charges related to having dangerous animals
Robert Douglass Jr. has charges for housing a cougar, red tailed hawk, and other multiple animals found in his home. Man facing charges for keeping dangerous animals in his small Albany home. A cougar, red tailed hawk, and owls are some of the numerous animals found inside an Albany man's...
Downtown Gresham brings ‘Summer Street Fair’ for August Third Thursday
The spirit of summer continues to burn bright in Downtown Gresham, with a monthly gathering themed around a community block party. Third Thursday will run 5:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, with Main Avenue closed for strolling, dining and more. The event is hosted by the Historic Downtown Gresham Association. There is plenty of fun to be had, with a car show at the corner of Fifth Street and Main Avenue...
Wilsonville residents generally satisfied with the city but concerned over affordability and lack of vibrant downtown, survey shows
Based on the results of a community survey, Wilsonville residents generally are satisfied with the city — but they are also concerned about affordability and the lack of a vibrant downtown. The National Community Survey has been conducted in Wilsonville every two years since 2012. Residents are able to give feedback on the city’s services, amenities and general quality of life in Wilsonville. Conducted between March 8 and April 19,...
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