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Somewhere on Oregon’s northern coast, a small town has been quietly holding one of cinema’s best-kept secrets for decades. Astoria, Oregon is that town, and once you visit, you’ll understand why Hollywood couldn’t resist it. Let’s start with the obvious question: have you ever watched The...
After the City of Longview closed a homeless housing community last month, city officials opened bidding on Monday to auction off these homes and facilities to the public, with hopes to return proceeds to the City's General Fund.
Gary Myers keeps a rare 1969 Plymouth Road Runner in a historic brick building in […]
Feelings about Astoria’s housing predicament were laid bare by the campaign for Measure 4-247 and the reaction against it. Measure proponents approached the issue with admirable conviction. Despite Oregonians’ deep aversion to new taxes, nearly four out of 10 Astoria voters supported a levy on owners of homes occupied less than half the year, with exceptions for certain circumstances. That says something about how urgently many residents want action.
WARRENTON — The Friends of the Warrenton Community Library present Library After Dark, a spotlight on a local author, Kerry Blaisdell at 4 p.m. Saturday Nov. 14. Appetizers and mingling will begin at 5 p.m. and the author talk is at 4 p.m. Blaisdell is the author of “Publish or Perish,” “On a Cold Winter’s Fright,” and “A Lamentation of Swans,” as well as the Dead series which InD’tale Magazine recommends for fans of shows like “Constantine” and “Supernatural.” Snacks provided by Gaetano’s Market and Deli at The Warrenton Community Library at 147 S. Main Ave.
Some places become famous for their menus, and some become famous for their neighbors. In Astoria, Oregon, one riverfront business earned a cult following because of the sea lions lounging on the wooden pilings below its floor. Guests used to stand on thick glass panels and watch the noisy, whiskered...
The “People of Tillamook County” sent a demand petition to the Governor’s office and state Attorney General’s office the end of October asking for an independent criminal investigation of Tillamook County District Attorney Aubrey Olson, when Olson failed to resign. The group sent a demand to the DA asking her to resign within 72 hours of receipt of the document. The nearly 450 page demand petition outlines multiple examples of Olson’s unethical and in some cases criminal mis-handling of cases in Tillamook County. In addition, following the county’s investigation the DA filed a lawsuit against the county and threatened the Sheriff’s office whistleblower. Recently upon receipt of the People’s petition, she attempted to block the Board of Commissioners from taking action, again threatening injunctions and legal action.
Last month, the Oregon Journalism Project reported that although the word “potluck” doesn’t appear in state law, the Oregon Health Authority has determined that potlucks open to the public are “single-event temporary restaurants” and are therefore forbidden from serving food cooked in home kitchens. Along...
The Columbia River Maritime Museum will open the doors of its newly constructed Warnock Building — home of Mariners Hall — to the community at 1 p.m. Friday Nov. 20 at 1792 Marine Drive. Regular admission rates apply; members are free. Visit crmm.org for more information. Portland company...
Progressive Democrats in Washington County won big in the 2026 midterm elections, as a slate of left-wing candidates were elected to state and local offices. The group found success in an election that saw a nationwide push to the political left, largely in opposition to the Trump administration. Some candidates had little, if any, previous government experience and billed themselves as working-class activists pushing back against data centers and powerful corporate interests.
The Bonneville Power Administration, the agency that sells Columbia Basin hydropower, will lower its proposed rate hike after a legal challenge by local environmental and clean energy advocates. The administration had proposed a roughly 6% increase, arguing it needed an additional $250 million to meet new guidelines requiring more water to be spilled over Columbia River dams to support migrating salmon. Ben Otto, policy director for the Northwest Energy Coalition, which was part of the proceedings, said while he understands Bonneville needs to earn money for its services, the proposed increase was overblown. "BPA's finances are actually in really good shape, and we think that a more holistic examination would find ways to adapt these costs into BPA's overall financial picture instead of just immediately trying to reach into people's pocketbooks," Otto contended. The Bonneville Power Administration provides electricity to more than 5 million people across the Pacific Northwest and Otto said the settlement will save customers close to $40 million. He explained spilling water over dams allows juvenile fish to travel more safely downstream, without passing through lethal turbines. The proposed rate hike is one of several recent increases. The administration already raised its rates by about 9% this
First Alert Day at the Coast Friday-Saturday A.M. for large waves. A few showers Saturday, but Sunday is trending dry. We’ve been giving you an early heads up that the Oregon and Washington coast are expecting some dangerously high waves Friday and Saturday morning, paired with coastal flooding. A...
Three nonprofit organizations in Columbia County will be able to expand their services thanks to grants from the Oregon Community Foundation. The Oregon Community Foundation has awarded more than $5.3 […]
Gray skies and steady drizzle do not stop Oregonians from wanting a good scoop. Some of the best ice cream in the state comes from dairies, farms, and creameries with real roots in local milk. This list covers seven of them, from a famous coastal factory to a university dairy...
Subscribe to OPB’s First Look to receive Northwest news in your inbox six days a week. Washington County voters have elected a slate of new leaders who have vowed to push the local politics to the left. OPB’s Bryce Dole and Holly Bartholomew report on the new direction for...
One of the closest races in Oregon appears to be over. Hillsboro City Councilor Kipperlyn Sinclair is declaring victory and her opponent Steve Callaway is offering congratulations in the race for District 4 on the Washington County commission. More than a week after Election Day, Callaway ended his campaign and...