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Mule Deer Plan public meetings in Salem, Bend, La Grande
Tweet Mule Deer Plan public meetings in Salem, Bend, La Grande January 24, 2024 SALEM, Ore.—ODFW will host three in-person public meetings in February to present and get public input on the draft Mule Deer Management Plan. The meetings start at 6:30 p.m. and are Feb. 1 in Salem,
MEDIA ADVISORY: The Coquille Indian Tribe hosts south coast emergency preparedness exercise November 21, 2024
WHAT: On Thursday, November 21 the Coquille Indian Tribe is hosting state legislators and other leaders as the Oregon Department of Human Services' Office of Resilience and Emergency Management conducts an emergency preparedness exercise and installs evacuation assembly point (EAP) equipment.Members of the media are invited to tour the EAP equipment and attend a news conference. WHERE: Coquille Indian Tribe Plank House. Media parking at 1050 Plankhouse Road, Coos Bay, OR 97420.WHEN: Thursday, No
Wind Advisory issued November 19 at 8:44AM PST until November 20 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Boise ID
* WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Baker County and Oregon Lower Treasure Valley. Especially in higher terrain and the I-84 corridor. * WHEN...From 7 PM PST /8 PM MST/ this evening to 10 AM PST /11 AM MST/ Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
High Wind Warning issued November 19 at 3:26AM PST until November 20 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...South winds 35 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. Gusts up to 85 mph are possible at capes and headlands. * WHERE...The Douglas, Coos, and Curry county coasts, including Brookings, Gold Beach, Pistol River, Port Orford, Bandon, North Bend, Winchester Bay, Highway 101, and all capes and headlands. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 4 AM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines and damage buildings. Power outages are expected. Travel wil
High Surf Warning issued November 19 at 2:33AM PST until November 20 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Medford OR
* WHAT...Dangerously large breaking waves of 25 to 30 feet. * WHERE...All beaches and coastlines of Douglas, Coos, and Curry counties. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 4 PM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Extremely large breaking waves will create very hazardous conditions along beaches and area shorelines. Waves will inundate beaches, push large logs up the beach, and surge into normally dry areas. Infrastructure damage and significant beach erosion can be expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The
Two Suspects Arrested After Shots Fired Complaint
On Sunday evening (11/17/24), NDPD officers responded to a shots fired complaint near the intersection of HWY 99W and 11th Street in Dundee. The caller reported witnessing two vehicles possibly involved in a road rage incident in which one of the occupants shot at the other vehicle. The caller provided a description of the vehicles involved and said they were traveling towards Newberg. An NDPD officer intercepted a vehicle matching the description as it sped recklessly through downtown Newberg.
Man Deceased After Shooting In Northeast Portland
A man has been shot and killed in the Wilkes neighborhood. On Monday, November 18, 2024, at 5:46 p.m., officers from the North Precinct responded to the 15900 block of Northeast Fremont Street on reports of gunfire in the area. While officers were responding, they were told that a victim had been found. When officers arrived at the location, they found a male victim who died at the scene. Portland Police Bureau Homicide detectives are responding to the scene to investigate. If anyone has info
Update: Suspect Arrested.
Update: With the assistance of our UAS and K9 teams, officers located and arrested Gabriel Saucedo for multiple warrants. The shelter in place has been lifted and roads are reopened. Original Release:Gresham, Ore.— Gresham Police are searching for a wanted person near NE 195th Ave and NE Clackamas St. The suspect fled into the neighborhood while officers were attempting to arrest him on warrants for multiple violent crimes. Officers believe the suspect is armed. Area residents are being aske
Some Benton County Services Resume Following Temporary Suspension (Photo)
* Español a continuación *CORVALLIS, Ore. - With 57% of the total workforce reporting to work, Benton County is pleased to be able to reintroduce some services that were temporarily suspended last week because of a labor strike.These services are now available: Passport services and marriage licensing and domestic partnerships are available by appointment, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Dog licensing, elections & voter registration, recording, and property value appeals are available 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. G
Snake River Correctional Institution reports in-custody death (Photo)
An Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC) adult in custody, Robert Gary Gammell, died November 11, 2024. Gammell was incarcerated at Snake River Correctional Institution (SRCI) in Ontario and passed away at the institution. As with all in-custody deaths, the Oregon State Police have been notified, and the State Medical Examiner will determine cause of death.Gammell entered DOC custody on July 7, 2020, from Marion County with an earliest release date of November 3, 2028. Gammell was 68 years old.
UPDATE: Victim Dies Following Assault in Kerns Neighborhood (Photo)
The victim of an assault in the Kerns Neighborhood bar has died. The victim is identified as Samuel M. Van Dyke, 31, of Portland. His family has been notified of the death. They are requesting privacy at this time, but they did provide the attached photo for public release. The Medical Examiner determined Van Dyke died of homicide associated to injuries sustained during the assault. In light of the victim's death, the suspect, Abraham Bravo, is now charged with Manslaughter in the First Degr
Pacific Power Foundation announces new grants to organizations focused on community enhancement and the environment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMedia Hotline: 503-813-6018 Pacific Power Foundation announces new grants to organizations focused on community enhancement and the environmentPORTLAND, Ore. (Nov 18) — Community-serving organizations in Oregon, Washington and California transform hope into action every day by showing up to care for their neighbors and the environment. The Pacific Power Foundation is supporting this important work with a new round of grants to local organizations that are committed to foste
Increased Flood Risk for South Corvallis and Kiger Island Areas (Photo)
***Español a continuación***Benton County urges the community to be cautious of possible flooding risks this week. The timing of the flooding may change, but it is currently expected to occur Wednesday, 11/20 through Saturday, 11/23.Flooding: River monitoring shows that the Willamette River may have impacts all along the riverbanks and into south Corvallis as well as around Kiger Island Road and other areas. Flooding is not expected to reach Action Stage, but precautions should continue to be ta
The Holidays are almost here and with it brings the 2024 Annual Shop with a Cop Program (Photo)
Released By: Sergeant Jason WallRelease Date: November 18, 2024 With the holidays quickly approaching the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office Shop with a Cop program planning is well underway. This year we will be at local area Walmart Stores beginning December 3rd, 4th, and 5th.Shop with a Cop is a joint venture between local law enforcement agencies throughout Central Oregon, and local Walmart stores. The primary focus is to help make the holidays a little brighter for less fortunate families an
Free day-use parking at Oregon State Parks the day after Thanksgiving, Nov. 29 (Photo)
SALEM, Oregon – Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will once again offer free day-use parking the day after Thanksgiving to encourage Oregonians to enjoy the outdoors.Popularly known as “Green Friday,” the day after Thanksgiving, which falls on Nov. 29 this year, has become a tradition for many families. State parks will waive day-use parking fees in the 23 parks that are open and charge for parking. (Fall Creek and Nehalem Bay charge for parking but are closed.)“We’re excited to continue th
Battle Ground Public Schools announces additional administrative changes (Photo)
With approval by the district’s board of directors, the following administrative changes are taking place at three schools.Daybreak Primary SchoolJessica Berry has been named the school’s new assistant principal, replacing Joe Manning, who left the district to pursue other opportunities in education. Berry was previously a fifth grade teacher at Laurin Middle School and completed her administrative internship during the 2023-24 school year.Pleasant Valley Primary SchoolKirstin Kunihisa will be P
Enjoy Evening Hours at the Museum Throughout December (Photo)
BEND, OR — Days are shorter, and the air is colder … winter is coming! Experience the warmth of the High Desert Museum every Thursday in December during Winter Nights—a special time of extended evening hours, engaging exhibitions, discounted rates and festive activities for all. This year’s Winter Nights features: December 5: Welcome to Winter — Ease into the first Winter Nights event of the season dressed in your ugliest sweater or wackiest hat! Visitors can learn how to print their own wrap
Contract Negotiations Continue Between Benton County and AFSCME Local 2064
CORVALLIS, Ore. – Representatives of Benton County management and AFSCME Local 2064 arrived to begin bargaining at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 15. A little after 5:00 p.m. the mediator asked if either party had further offers or bargaining for the day. Neither party did, so the mediator dismissed everyone. The next bargaining session is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 19. The Benton County Board of Commissioners meeting set to take place on Monday, Nov. 18 was rescheduled to Friday, Nov. 22 so the Cou
Two adults, three teens arrested in assault incident, weapon seized (Photo)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: November 17, 2024Two adults, three teens arrested in assault incident, weapon seizedSalem, Ore. — Salem Police arrested four teenagers and one adult early Sunday in an assault incident in northeast Salem.At approximately 4:30 a.m. Sunday, a police officer en route to work observed five male subjects physically assaulting a man in the area of Market ST and Hawthorne AV NE. The suspects then quickly fled the area in a vehicle. Salem officers responded i