Released in September, the Neskwoin Historical Foundation published their second book as an organization: “Nestucca, Nechnesne, And Siletz: Indians of The North-Central Oregon Coast.” The book features numerous engravings, historical photographs,…
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CITY OF ROCKAWAY BEACH: Mayor’s Monthly Update 11/2/26 – A Look Back at October 2026
By Mayor Charles McNeilly October was a busy and productive month in Rockaway Beach. From long-term planning and critical utility improvements to emergency preparedness, housing, transportation, recreation, and community events, much…
BUTCH’S BLOG: Three Brilliant TV Dramas
By Butch Freedman Yes, it’s escapism. And yes, I probably do too much of it. But I won’t apologize for my tv viewing. I, in fact, claim it as (mostly) time…
BUTCH’S BLOG: Yes, This Will Happen
By Butch Freedman The time has come. November 3rd is going to set the course for the country for the next two years, and I’m losing my mind. I’ve avoided reading…
TILLAMOOK ASSOCIATION FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS (TAPA): Into the Woods opens November 6th
The magic is coming to the stage! The Tillamook Association for the Performing Arts (TAPA) is excited to announce the cast of the upcoming musical, “Into the Woods,” opening November 6…
BUTCH’S BLOG: A Personal Anthem
By Butch Freedman As the mid-terms rapidly approach, and trump continues to spew lies and threats to his cult followers, and his co-conspirators at the injustice department make clear their intention…
GIFT FROM THE MUSE: Making The Connection
By Neal Lemery The first day of the true fall rains found me sitting out on the covered deck, with a cup of tea and my favorite sweatshirt, to ward off…
North Tillamook Library Friends host innovative Halloween events: Membership Friends Day Oct. 30th; Books for Treats on Oct. 31st
Celebrate Fall Friends Day with Books and Treats The kids are back at school, pumpkin everything abounds, and the North Tillamook Library Friends are celebrating the changing season with Fall Friends…
Meet Phantom, United Paws Cat of the Week
Meet Phantom, United Paws Cat of the Week. Life has been an incredible journey for this sweet kitty who was found with his siblings and another litter of abandoned kittens in…
BUTCH’S BLOG: The Balm of Basketball
By Butch Freedman I love basketball. I used to play, mostly school yard stuff. But I kept at it for quite a few years, till bad knees forced me to sit…
