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Astor Street Opry Co. describes financial difficulties
The Astor Street Opry Co. has acknowledged staffing missteps that jeopardized the organization’s financial stability and left the board in “a state of shock and disillusionment.” The W. Bond Street playhouse, which wrapped the 40th season of the melodrama “Shanghaied in Astoria” last weekend, faced a public auction at the Clatsop County Courthouse this month. On Thursday, in a post on the ...
'I'm really hopeful for this project'
As drug possession becomes a misdemeanor crime again in Oregon, leaders in Clatsop County are preparing to launch a program aimed at steering people away from jail and into treatment. In 2020, Oregon voters approved Measure 110, which decriminalized the possession of small amounts of illicit drugs. This year, following what many considered an unsuccessful experiment with decriminalization, the ...
Astoria Bridge reopens after crash
The Astoria Bridge was temporarily closed on Thursday afternoon due to a crash. Motorists were advised to postpone trips or take alternate routes. U.S. Highway 101 over the bridge connects Oregon and Washington state. The bridge reopened late Thursday afternoon. ___ (c)2024 The Daily Astorian, Ore. Visit The Daily Astorian, Ore. at www.dailyastorian.com Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, ...
Fire damages J & S Appliance in Warrenton
WARRENTON — A fire damaged the north wall of J & S Appliance late Wednesday night. Authorities responded shortly after 10 p.m. to find the wall of the Marlin Avenue business and two vehicles parked nearby in flames, according to the Warrenton Police Department. Firefighters were able extinguish the fire in a short period of time, preventing the blaze from entering the building. The state fire ...
Astoria community development director to leave role
Matt Brandmeyer, Astoria's community development director, plans to leave his position in September. Brandmeyer began in the job last September. Prior to moving to Astoria, he spent most of his career in Missouri and Illinois. He took over the position from Megan Leatherman, who stepped down in May 2023 after three years with the city. "I’ve really enjoyed working for the City, and I hope the ...
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