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April 29 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 503-538-8321, and Yamhill County detectives can be reached at 503-434-7508. Feb. 8. April 29 Hayden Mackenzie Fleming, 29, is wanted for failure to appear (FTA) on charges of driving under the influence of intoxicants...
Forest Grove School District announces next superintendent
Suzanne West has been selected as the new superintendent for the Forest Grove School District, board members announced during a special meeting on Wednesday, May 1. West brings years of administrative experience working in Oregon schools, including multiple director positions handling strategic initiatives and elementary curriculum in Salem-Keizer Public Schools. Additionally, she served as the director of technology and innovation in the Sherwood School District. The new administrator, who holds...
'May'-be you should check out these events! : May 6-12
MONDAY, MAY 6-SUNDAY, MAY 12 HILLSBORO ART WALK — Join Hillsboro Parks & Recreation on the first Tuesday of the month to explore the city’s Cultural Arts District. Visit local galleries, hear live music and indulge in local eats and activities starting at 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 7 and June 4. More: hillsboro-oregon.gov TIGARD SHINING STARS — The 50th annual Tigard Shining Stars Community Awards Celebration will recognize community members...
Man accused of shooting pellet gun at woman, himself in rural McMinnville
A 22-year-old man has been charged with second-degree assault and unlawful use of a weapon after he allegedly shot a woman in the back of the head with a hand-pump pellet gun in a case of domestic violence in McMinnville, Oregon.
Wildcats clawing back
According to head coach Steve Harms, resilience defines this year’s Wilsonville softball team. The Wildcats kicked off 2024 facing a gauntlet of formidable opponents, amassing a mediocre 4-6 record early on. “Our preseason schedule was pretty tough,” Harms said. “We played a lot of top-10 teams, 6A and 5A, but I like that because it prepares us for the league and then our 5A postseason.”. ...
Finalists for Newberg's new sweeper’s name narrowed to five
From the dozens of individuals with submissions to the city of Newberg’s contest to name its new electric street sweeper, a handful have been chosen as finalists. “We've chosen the top five names out of 100 entries from Newberg's youth,” the city announced on its Facebook page. “The electric street sweeper will get a custom wrap with the winning name!” The finalists include Leny the Bug, Sir Sweeps-a-Lot, Skrubby, Sweep...
Area Events: Brewfest on tap, Mother's Day events abound
Brews, fun and fundraising set for fairgrounds in Canby CANBY: The Canby Brewfest will be held May 10-11 at the Clackamas County Event Center in Canby. The event runs from 5 to 11 p.m. on Friday, May 10, and 2 to 11 p.m. on Saturday, May 11. There will be more than 40 beverages on tap, as well as a wide array of food trucks and live music on the...
Yamhill County grant program will kick off again in May
In the interest of creating or retaining jobs, generating increased economic activity and improving the social and economic livability of communities within its boundaries, Yamhill County will continue a program in May that has $125,000 in available grants. The Economic Competitive Grant program features seven grants ranging from $10,000 to $50,000 that are available via a competitive process for a limited time, a release from the county said. The program consists of five $10,000 small business grants, one $25,000 start-up grant and one $50,000 strategic...
Hops look to salvage a split with Everett on Sunday, after 7-1 loss Saturday night
Miscues in the field and on the bases plagued Hillsboro (11-15) throughout the night as the AquaSox (10-16) prevailed 7-1 to take a three-game-to-two lead in their six game series on Saturday, May 4, in Everett. The Hops committed three errors and stranded six on base, and despite tallying eight hits, were able to push just one across. Everett scored three in the fourth inning, two of which came after...
Woodburn celebrates Cinco de Mayo
With May 5 turning up on a Sunday this year, the 16th annual Cinco de Mayo celebration in Woodburn kicked things off on Friday, May 3, making way for a three-day celebration. Woodburn High School Mariachi band warmed things up at the Chemeketa Woodburn annex, where multiple civic and educational leaders addressed a healthy turnout that consisted largely of are k-12 students. Those on hand to christen the event with quick, appreciative orations included Chemeketa Board member Diane Watson; Chemeketa President Jessica Howard; Woodburn Mayor Frank Lonergan; Woodburn School District Superintendent Juan Larios; State Rep. Tracy Cramer and U.S. Rep. Andrea Salinas. To view a photo gallery of Friday’s Cinco de Mayo kickoff, visit the Woodburn Independent Facebook page.
April 29 public safety round-up
Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office reports April 21 - Santiago Galvan-Lopez, 32, of Newberg, was arrested for violating post-prison supervision. No bail was set and the case is pending. April 23 - Antonio Zacharia Sanchez, 41, of Newberg, was arrested for...
May 5th - Today’s Game Vs. Hillsboro Postponed
Please note that this afternoon’s scheduled game against the Hillsboro Hops has been postponed due to inclement weather. This game will be made up as part of a doubleheader on Wednesday, June 19. Game One will start at 6:05 PM and the second game will start approximately 30 minutes following the completion of the first game. Both games will be seven innings.
City seeks applicants for three positions on Newberg City Council
The terms of three Newberg City Council members will lapse at year’s end, and the city is looking for those among the citizenry who would like to be the next person up. The four-year terms of Mike McBride (District 5), Molly Olson (District 3) and Elise Yarnell-Hollamon (District 1) end Dec. 31, and the individuals who garner the most votes in the November general election will assume their four-year seats Jan. 2. ...
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