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Delegation from Poysdorf, Austria, to visit Newberg in early July
A delegation of local officials and others traveled to Austria several years ago to visit Newberg’s sister city, and the favor will soon be returned. Dignitaries from the similar sized town of Poysdorf, Austria, are scheduled to arrive in Newberg in early July to meet with officials and see the sights. “The delegates from Poysdorf will be here for eight days learning about our city, touring historic places, learning about...
June 27 public safety round-up
Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office reports June 21 - Zelaja Alconna Battles, 48, of Newberg, was arrested for unlawful possession of marijuana, possession of weapons by certain felons and on a post-prison supervision violation. No bail was set and he received an undisclosed sentence on the charges. - Benton Paul Williams, 33, of Newberg, was arrested...
Complaint alleges Oregon GOP congressional candidate Mike Erickson of Lake Oswego withheld financial information
The head of a campaign finance watchdog group called on the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate Oregon Republican congressional nominee Mike Erickson of Lake Oswego, saying his financial disclosure reports are among “the most egregious cases of intentional withholding of information” the group has ever seen. A complaint submitted by End Citizens United President Tiffany Muller alleges that the personal financial disclosure reports Erickson filed as a candidate in 2022 and 2024 don’t provide enough information about more than $100 million in assets, violating...
Supreme Court mandates emergency abortions in Idaho. Here's what it means for Oregonians.
The U.S. Supreme Court dropped a long-awaited decision Thursday, June 27, ruling that hospitals in Idaho that receive federal funding must provide emergency abortion services, despite that state’s near total ban on abortions. Oregonians have been watching for a ruling on Moyle v. United States because a recent study by the Guttmacher Institute, a pro-abortion think tank, recently released data showing that of 11,930 abortions provided within Oregon hospitals and clinics in 2023, about one in 10 were for out-of-state patients, including an estimated 400...
Supreme Court mandates emergency abortions in Idaho. Here's what it means for Oregonians.
The U.S. Supreme Court dropped a long-awaited decision Thursday, June 27, ruling that hospitals in Idaho that receive federal funding must provide emergency abortion services, despite that state’s near total ban on abortions. Oregonians have been watching for a ruling on Moyle v. United States because a recent study by the Guttmacher Institute, a pro-abortion think tank, recently released data showing that of 11,930 abortions provided within Oregon hospitals and clinics in 2023, about one in 10 were for out-of-state patients, including an estimated 400...
Our TV picks for Friday, July 12: The Real Sharkano; The Serpent Queen; Fantasmas
The Real Sharkano DISC 8 p.m. Bite into more Shark Week with shark advocate and attack survivor Paul De Gelder as he visits a remote island populated by shark-worshippers. Paul is eager to see if their secret ways of swimming with sharks can lead to greater harmony between species. The Serpent Queen ...
Our TV picks for Friday, June 28: Family Empire: Houston; WWE Friday Night SmackDown; The Big Bakeover
Family Empire: Houston OWN 5 p.m. Follow as the multi-generational Braden family attempts to continue in the footsteps of their matriarch, Oscarene, a self-made real estate mogul in Houston. In this series premiere, Oscarene built a legacy for her family and now they need to step up. WWE Friday Night SmackDown ...
Our TV picks for Friday, June 28: Family Empire: Houston; WWE Friday Night SmackDown
Family Empire: Houston OWN 5 p.m. Follow as the multi-generational Braden family attempts to continue in the footsteps of their matriarch, Oscarene, a self-made real estate mogul in Houston. In this series premiere, Oscarene built a legacy for her family and now they need to step up. WWE Friday Night SmackDown KPTV 8 p.m. Live from the most famous arena in the world, Madison Square Garden in New York City, qualifying matches for the men’s and women’s Money in the Bank ladder matches continue to roll on. Who will punch their ticket to this annual spectacular?
Six Newberg natives net scholarships as they seek degrees in medical fields
A half-dozen Newberg natives are one step closer to realizing their aspirations of joining the medical industry thanks to a McMinnville-based foundation. The Willamette Valley Medical Center’s Volunteer Guild announced this week that it has awarded $22,000 in scholarships to roughly 20 students, including six from the Newberg area. Each student will receive $1,000 toward their college education. The Newberg students include: Siena Gartska, who will attend the University of...
Newberg school district continues to deal with apparent cyberattack
Newberg-Dundee Public Schools is dealing with an apparent cyberattack that negatively affected its ability to operate as the school year wrapped up in mid-June. According to a release from Interim Superintendent Paula Radich, sent out to students and parents of students enrolled in the district, “On (June 12) we became aware of unusual activity within our computer network affecting our phones and computers. We took prompt action to secure our network and engaged cybersecurity experts to investigate. We also contacted relevant local, state and federal...
Pollinators are an important part of gardens
A thriving backyard garden requires homeowners to take steps to ensure the garden has the best environment in which to grow and thrive. The right tools and components, including trowels, rakes, soil, amendments, and fertilizer, can help gardeners create beautiful spaces. It’s also important that pollinators feel welcome in the garden. The United States Department of Agriculture reports that one-third of all agricultural output depends on pollinators. The USDA notes...
PCC continues offering cannabis industry courses
For those interested in breaking into the cannabis industry, Portland Community College has an opportunity to reach that Blue Dream. Since June 2023, the college has been offering nine-week long online courses to teach people how to flower in a cannabis career. Max Simon, CEO and co-founder of Green Flower, said, "One of the things I think I'm most proud of is just that it's really been great at helping...
It's time to check your watering schedule and look after your rhubarb and asparagus
Each month, the OSU Extension provides reminders of essential garden chores, such as fertilizing, pest control, planting and maintenance. The recommendations in this calendar are not necessarily applicable to all areas of Oregon. For more information, contact your local Extension office. The Oregon State University Extension Service encourages sustainable gardening practices. Preventive pest management is emphasized over reactive pest control. Identify and monitor problems before acting and opt for the...
U.S. Supreme Court-watchers in Oregon watch … and wait
For Oregonians awaiting two momentous rulings from the U.S. Supreme Court … well, as of Wednesday, June 26, they’re still waiting. With only a week left in its session, the high court on Wednesday sided with President Biden, rejecting efforts by some to limit White House pressure on social media firms regarding the flagging of disinformation. But the two most closely watched cases from an Oregon perspective didn’t get handed...
2024 Maybach GLS 600 is over the top luxury
In the world of luxury SUVs, there are very few that can compete with the Maybach GLS. The Bentley Bentayga and Rolls Royce Cullinan are really about the only SUVs that deliver comparable features. The Aston Martin DBX and Lamborghini Urus are more sport-oriented. Before we get too far in, a little explanation is in order. Maybach is a special ultra-luxury brand from the already luxurious Mercedes-Benz. Reading the current market carefully, Mercedes offers dozens of ways to customize and plus up any of their...
Our TV picks for Thursday, June 27: AFI Life Achievement Award: Nicole Kidman; Moonlight; My Strange Addiction: Still Addicted?
AFI Life Achievement Award: Nicole Kidman TCM 5 p.m. This special, filmed at the 49th AFI Lifetime Achievement Award Gala this past April, honors the career of prolific actress Nicole Kidman. Celebrating Kidman’s impact on film, it features speeches from Zoe Saldaña, Aaron Sorkin, Keith Urban and more. Moonlight ...
COLUMN | Milkweed + Honey: Lessons from my dad
It should surprise no one that this columnist became interested in gardening. It runs in the family. From my earliest memories, my dad, Bernie Schell, heaved on his big steel-toed boots every morning and came home filthy every evening from working in the dirt all day. Dad worked in landscaping in the high desert area of Twin Falls, Idaho, for four decades. He started at a golf course and then worked for a garden center before becoming self-employed. ...
Newberg police enlisting public’s help in finding man who robbed credit union at gunpoint
Police are seeking the community’s help in tracking down an individual that robbed a Newberg credit union last week. According to information provided by the Newberg-Dundee Police Department, officers responded to a report of a robbery at First Community Credit Union on Hancock and Howard streets at about 12:30 p.m. June 18. The NDPD released a pair of photos in hopes someone in the community could identify the man. “The...
Despite mild fire season forecast, agencies tell Oregon leaders they need to invest in workforce
Oregon is likely to face fewer big wildfires this summer than in previous years, but a lack of rural housing, coupled with unstable and often low pay, continues to create firefighter workforce challenges across the state and region. That was a big part of the message from state and federal fire and emergency response officials, who discussed this year’s fire outlook and what they need at a meeting Monday, June 24, at the Northwest Interagency Coordination Center. The Portland-based center is part of a larger...
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