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Letter: Thank you, Newport!
I would like to say a heartfelt thank you to the entire city of Newport, as well as all who attended the Newport Loyalty Days Parade and the events surrounding this amazing event for the local community. With both the parade entrants as well as those watching through the rain and heavy mist — a persistent part of the parade — fun was had by all. Thank you to the volunteers who worked hard to bring the parade and surrounding events to a successful conclusion....
This Week in History
25 years ago (1999) Bridge at Beverly Beach to be replaced Oregon Department of Transportation officials plan to seek an emergency declaration from the governor to allow immediate construction of a temporary bridge for U.S. Highway 101 near Beverly Beach State Park. The bridge, just north of Newport, is expected to be under construction within...
What are these mysterious ‘tar patties’ washing up on Oregon Coast?
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Pieces of tar washing up on beaches along the Oregon Coast have prompted investigation from state and federal agencies, including the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality. Officials say they first became aware of “tar patties the size of a sand dollar” when some were found...
Ready to rock?
Don’t miss your chance to drop in on the Otter Rock and Roll, Newport Surfrider’s 14th annual surf event for kids, take place on the beach at Otter Rock on Saturday, June 15. Otter Rock and Roll is a fun, low-key event with an emphasis on beach stewardship....
Landmark Oregon coast hotel that’s full of books and shuns Wi-Fi has been sold
Forty years after two Portland women took a gamble on a tumble-down oceanfront hotel, the landmark Sylvia Beach Hotel in Newport has a new owner. Goody Cable and Sally Ford, who opened the doors of the literary-themed hotel in March 1987, signed the final papers Friday, turning over the keys to John Lee, managing director of the Portland-based VIP Hospitality Group. The sale price was not disclosed.
Ceremony celebrates treatment courts
In recognition of National Treatment Court Month, an event was held Tuesday, May 7, at the Newport Performing Arts Center to celebrate those whose lives have been changed by the specialty courts in Lincoln County. Sheryl Bachart, the presiding judge for the Lincoln County Circuit Court, explained that the county has four specialty treatment courts — Drug Court, HOPE Court, Mental Health and Wellness Court and Family Support Court. Drug...
Waldport High sophomore wins OCCC’s inaugural business competition
Waldport High School sophomore Judah Tysman has $3,000 in prizes to some day help start his taxidermy business. Judges in the inaugural Youth Entrepreneurship Program “Shark Tank” pitch competition on Wednesday voted Tysman’s presentation on his taxidermy business as the best among five competitors. Held at Hatfield Marine Science Center auditorium, the event featured five high school finalists presenting their business ideas to a panel of judges and an audience of more than 100 community members.
Mysterious tar patties being found on Oregon and Washington coastlines
CANNON BEACH - The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW), as well as federal agencies, are responding Thursday to the report of pieces of tar found on beaches along the Oregon Coast. The agencies received a...
A tour of beauty
Artists taking part in this year’s Art on the Edge Studio Tour are sharing the spotlight in the latest exhibit at Lincoln City’s Chessman Gallery, opening this Friday, May 24. The Studio Tour Showcase Exhibit opens with a public reception from 5 to 7 pm, offering light refreshments...
State, federal agencies search for source of tar found along Oregon coast, tar-like substance on several birds
CANNON BEACH, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Oregon environmental, parks and wildlife officials, as well as federal agencies, responded Thursday to investigate reports of pieces of tar found on beaches along the Oregon coast, days after several birds were found with a tar-like substance along the coast. The Oregon Department of Fish...
You octo go to Plaza Palooza
Join an afternoon of art, community and celebration this Saturday, May 25 at the Plaza Palooza, a family-friendly event celebrating the newest installations at the Lincoln City Cultural Center’s Cultural Plaza. A highlight of the event will be the dedication of the Kiwanis Outdoor Art Classroom, featuring the Gary...
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