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Waldport community reeling from death of Crestview Heights teacher in Highway 20 crash Tuesday
WALDPORT – The Waldport community and educators at its two schools are reeling from the death of a beloved second-grade teacher in a head-on crash Tuesday on U.S. Highway 20 east of Blodgett. Anna Kelley, 31, of Waldport, was killed when her vehicle was struck by a car driven...
Active scam attempts on the Central Oregon Coast
On 08/22/2024, the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office received information from the public regarding multiple scam calls. Residents in on the Central Oregon Coast are receiving calls from subjects identifying themselves as active members of the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office. The scammers are requesting money for a COVID small business loan. If you receive any calls from anyone identifying themselves as a police officer or Sheriff’s Deputy requesting money or anything of value please do not provide any financial information or resources. Note the number, the name of the caller, and report the call to your local police agency. The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office does not solicit donations or money over the phone or through the mail.
Newport firefighters deployed to assist with Dixon Fire
Newport Fire Chief Rob Murphy and firefighter Kaden Keogh were deployed last week as members of Task Force 64 in Lincoln County to assist Douglas County with the Dixon Fire, burning near Canyonville in southwest Oregon. Murphy and Keogh were tasked with operating one of Newport’s Type 6 engines, which is able to maneuver through and access difficult terrain, making it beneficial for battling wildfires. On Aug. 12, Gov. Tina...
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