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Man shot woman, then himself with pellet gun in domestic violence incident, Yamhill County Sheriff's Office says
PORTLAND, Ore. — A man in McMinnville shot a woman with a pellet gun and then shot himself in a domestic violence dispute Thursday evening, the Yamhill County Sheriff's Office said. A caller reported hearing gunshots and people yelling that someone may have been shot in the head near...
Man sentenced to over 12 years in prison for 2 armed robberies in Hillsboro
HILLSBORO, Ore. (KPTV) - A man will spend more than 12 years behind bars after being convicted of two armed robberies, according to the Washington County District Attorney’s Office. Cristian Michael Abarca was found guilty of two counts of first-degree robbery. He was sentenced on April 18 to 150...
OPINION: Bubba King is what's best for Yamhill County
“All politics is local.” This famous quotation tends to mean that the most important motivations directing voters are rooted in local concerns. And, one of the biggest concerns in Yamhill County is the divide between its citizens come election time. I moved here recently from Josephine County, and the politics there are appalling. It’s one of the reasons my husband and I moved here. And we are finding out that politics here is heading in the same direction. ...
Newberg-Dundee school board begins reexamination of Parents Bill of Rights
One of the last officials acts of the conservative members of the Newberg-Dundee school board in late June 2023 was to pass a Parents Bill of Rights. The move came despite board Chair Dave Brown’s defeat in that month’s elections, Brian Shannon’s notice he would not seek reelection and remaining conservative members Trevor DeHart and Renee Powell being subjugated to the minority on the board in a few weeks. As...
Upcoming Yamhill County test assures voters their ballots are counted properly
Despite repeated assurances and demonstrations that ballots are being handled appropriately and accurately counted, there remains in America political groups, largely on the right, that continue to call into question ballot security and integrity. Oregon’s mail-in ballot system, begun nearly three decades ago and noted as being reliably safe and accurate, is among those systems to come under fire over the past eight years due in part to former President Donald Trump’s repeated false claims that he was robbed of the 2020 presidential election. ...
April 23 sheriff's office outstanding warrants
Anyone with information on these individuals may call the Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office or its detectives, or the Newberg-Dundee Police Department. The Sheriff’s Office Crime Information tip line is 800-577-1707. Newberg police can be reached at 503538-8321, and Yamhill County detectives can be reached at 503-434-7508. Feb. 8. April 23 - Zviad Eremadz, 60, is wanted on a probation violation for first-degree aggravated theft and fraud. ...
OPINION: Is Wilsonville headed in the right direction?
The city of Wilsonville wants to create a new urban renewal district to turn Town Center into an urban setting of high-rise apartments with commercial on the bottom floor. This begs the question, “Do you want suburban Wilsonville to move toward a more urban look and use with greatly increased traffic?” There are so many empty retail spaces in Wilsonville and some will be occupied by new tenants. However, online shopping for almost everything is becoming the norm, and I wonder how many retail establishments...
Peace Poles top 100 in Yamhill County with April 24 dedication at PCC
Perhaps you’ve seen them? Bright white four-sided wood boards, about five feet high, with messages of peace in English and other languages adorning each side? They are called Peace Poles and their numbers are growing around the world due to the efforts of local Rotary clubs and other organizations. In fact, in Yamhill County alone it’s believed that the number of Peace Poles sited has hit the century mark. “Give...
Washington County touts 'rapid' process that gets defendants in jail quicker mental health evaluations
HILLSBORO, Ore. — Washington County leaders say its "rapid fitness to proceed" program, intended to arrange quicker mental health evaluations for jailed defendants, is improving parts of Oregon's flawed mental healthcare system and deserving of statewide expansion. The program is used to assess defendants in jail who are accused...
Candidate forum will feature those vying for Yamhill County offices
A trio of local organizations are offering voters an opportunity to get to know the candidates they will see on the ballot for the May primary election. To that end they have slated a candidate forum in Newberg next week. The George Fox Civility Project, Newberg City Club and Newberg/Dundee United as Neighbors will hold the candidate forum from 6:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. May 2 in the Hoover Building on the campus of George Fox University. The event will also be live streamed at...
April 22 public safety round-up
Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office reports April 16 Zachary Douglas Passalaqua, 18, of Dundee was arrested for second-degree burglary, DUII and first-degree theft. No bail was set and the case remains open. Kinston Patrick Cordell Renegar, 35, of Newberg, was arrested for first-degree sexual abuse. No bail was set and the case remains open. ...
Rules fortified for Woodburn's theater, museum, library
On the heels of heightened concerns about emerging inappropriate behaviors, updated rules of conduct for the Woodburn Public Library, Woodburn Museum and Bungalow Theater are in the works. On April 22 after much deliberation, Woodburn City Council approved the updates, which involved repealing the current code and replacing it with another that is more clearly defined and enforced, including subjecting severe offenders to exclusion from the facilities. Woodburn Community Services Director Jesse Cuomo presented the proposal to council while City Attorney McKenzie Granum explained the...
Forest Grove Farmers Market returns for 2024 season
As the spring sun shines and berries ripen, outdoor shopping — and community gathering — is returning to the heart of Forest Grove. The Forest Grove Farmers Market is back for its 2024 season starting May 1, bringing together local farmers, artisans and food enthusiasts in the city’s downtown every Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. Offering an outlet to strengthen community partnerships and provide access to local products, nonprofit...
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