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Funeral Mass date set for longtime Salem lawmaker Peter Courtney
The funeral Mass for longtime Oregon lawmaker Peter Courtney will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 30, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Mt. Angel. Courtney died July 16 from cancer-related complications at his Salem home less than two years after retiring from the Oregon Senate. He was 81, with nearly half of his life dedicated to public service, first with the the Salem City Council and then the Oregon Legislature. ...
WATCH: Llamas Roaming Around Airport West of the Gem State
Anxiety and stress overwhelm many of us, and everybody has different ways of dealing with it. For some, they need a day off work to rest and escape society, while others may need therapy, medication, or other treatments. Some face their anxiety and stress head on and try to treat it, while others are in denial and try to escape it and hide it. One common way that has helped handle these diseases is by finding an emotional support animal to help calm them and deal with the anxiety that life throws their way. Recently, someone took their emotional support animal to the airport, and it wasn't one that you would expect to see roaming around the airport.
Multnomah County commissioners clash over $2M deflection center contract
Multnomah County is planning to pay $2 million to set up a deflection center to give people the option for rehabilitation over jail when they get arrested with small amounts of street drugs, but commissioners are dissenting over the plan and the contract with an out-of-state nonprofit.
Local area para-athlete Dennis Connors has turned tragedy into triumph in his life beyond the armed forces
Beaverton’s Dennis Connors has a unique story, but at the same time he doesn’t. The former Marine and war veteran has lingering effects from his time defending our country, and further effects from a stroke he suffered four years ago. But while still coping with the sadly common residuals from an experience many can’t relate, along with the tragic results of a compromising health scare, the 39-year-old has made the most of his circumstances, much of which he attributes to a sport that’s now taking him to Paris for the upcoming Paralympic Games.
Portland Community Demands Action After Drive-By Shooting Releases 70 Rounds Near Montessori School
Portland's Dawson Park, a site of repeated gun violence, became the focal point once again after a drive-by shooter unleashed over 70 rounds during preschool pickup last Friday, as confirmed by the Portland Police Bureau. In response to community outcry, Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler and Police Chief Bob Day addressed the surge in violence, with Wheeler declaring an optimistic view of the city's gun violence reduction, stating, "While it may ring hollow right now, it’s important to note that the city’s gun violence is showing significant improvement year over year," during a news conference reported by FOX 28 Savannah. However, the shooting's proximity to the Arc-En-Ciel Montessori School raised serious concerns from parents about the safety of their children, with one parent noting the fear that "stray bullets could end up in our children’s classroom at any time," as told to KOIN 6 News.
Curbside Serenade Keeps Portlanders Laughing, Dancing, and Singing in Laurelhurst Park
Music fills Laurelhurst Park on a Thursday night. The grass field is packed with families and couples on picnic blankets; dogs and toddlers run around. Curbside Serenade (Southeast César E. Chávez Boulevard and Stark Street, curbsideserenade.org) is putting on a show that’s getting everyone laughing, dancing and singing.
Hillsboro's Pix in the Park movie nights begin early next month
With almost 3,000 votes cast for the community’s favorite movies for the summer, Hillsboro’s annual Pix in the Park kicks off on Friday, Aug. 2, with a showing of Disney’s “Hercules.” Five movies made the list of top movies via the Engage Hillsboro survey in February and March. Each is scheduled to run in a different park each Friday through the month of August. Those attending can bring blankets and low-back chairs for comfort during the event. ...
County Approves Tax Reset Ordinance for Santiam Canyon Wildfire Survivors
Salem, OR — Today, the Marion County Board of Commissioners adopted an emergency ordinance allowing eligible homeowners whose homes were impacted by the 2020 wildfires to qualify for a special tax assessment on their rebuilt homestead. This ordinance is in response to Senate Bill 1545, passed in the 2024...
Suspect, 23, arrested in fatal shooting in May in NE Portland, police say
Portland police arrested a 23-year-old man in the May 4 fatal shooting of Ozell Shepherd, found collapsed on a sidewalk in Northeast Portland. Shepherd, 34, of Gresham, died around 5 a.m. after he was shot in the 15700 block of Northeast Beech Street. Neighbors reported hearing at least eight gunshots and saw Shepherd down on the sidewalk. On Tuesday, police and U.S. marshals arrested Alex Brown-Golden, 23, in connection with the killing, Portland police said in a statement.
Benchmade Treats Its Osborne Knives To Burnt Copper Scales & MagnaCut Blade Steel
Around the turn-of-the-millennium, Benchmade introduced what’s become one of the most revered everyday carry knives on the planet with the 940 Osborne. Taking its name from its designer Warren Osborne — a renowned Aussie-born, Texas-based knife-maker (that sadly passed away in 2016) — the 940’s simple yet ergonomic handle, ultra-trusty AXIS lock, and versatile reverse tanto blade have long made it a go-to choice for everyone from EDC enthusiasts to law enforcement and military personnel. The immense and continued popularity of the knife has ultimately prompted the Oregon City outfit to release a wide variety of Osborne variants in regular, mini, and automatic versions.
Various News: FTR Set For Prestige Wrestling Show, NFL Star Believes In Joe Hendry
– FTR are set to compete at Prestige Wrestling’s show in September. The company announced that the AEW tag team will take on Eddie Pearl & Ricky Gibson of Midnight Heat at Roseland 9 on September 29th in Portland, Oregon:. – Joe HendryMania continues to sweep the nation, with...
Guest Column: Former President Trump survives assassination attempt
State Representative Court Boice returned to his Salem Office from Gold Beach around 2:30 PM today. Rep. Boice stated, “It felt like my heart stopped as the news exploded. I challenge everyone - now is the time for all Americans to come together, denounce political violence, and pray for a quick Donald Trump recovery. This tremendously sad day reminds me of the attempt and near death of U.S. Congressman Steve Scalise. A gunman who simply wanted to kill all Republicans that day on a D.C. baseball field. I ask everyone to pray for our country, our leaders and that these...
Hillsboro History Featured At Tuesday Night Market Tonight & Promotion Of The Hillsboro Argus Digitization Project
Visitors can check out some Hillsboro history tonight at the Tuesday Night Market! The Hillsboro Historical Society is hosting a booth at the Tom Hughes Civic Plaza where historical photos will be displayed, and members will be present to talk about all things Hillsboro history! There will also be walking tour maps, artifacts, and actual volumes of the famous Hillsboro Argus newspapers. You can stop in and relive the best moments from the 1950s and 1960s, as reported by the writers and editors of the most outstanding community paper to ever exist in Oregon.
Readers respond: Come back downtown
I recently moved to Terwilliger Plaza just across the freeway from downtown. This morning a friend and I walked downtown through the South Park Blocks. Saturday Market was filled with happy shoppers, a jazz group making music and many market vendors selling gorgeous produce, flowers and food. We bought takeout...
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