By Laura Swanson “We just have to be activists, we’re called to raise awareness about issues that impact us all,” said one of the North County Resistance unofficial organizers. It takes a…
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POSTIVE VIBES: Self-Care Sunday & the British Bake Off
Dear community. I am deeply saddened and angry as you all. I had taken a hiatus from the news, social media etc for a couple of days. It helped, until this killing,…
WORDS OF WISDOM: I Don’t Know How To Respond
By Neal Lemery The recent events in Minneapolis have pushed my buttons, knocked me to the ground emotionally, and left me dazed, stunned. When I was a kid, I remember the news…
Taking Care of our Neighbors: CARE Homeless Connect Wed. January 28th at Sacred Heart Catholic Church
On Wednesday, January 28th, CARE Inc. is holding their annual Homeless Connect—a day dedicated to providing essential resources and support to our neighbors in need. If you or someone you know is…
When Death Hits Close to Home …
By Watt Childress My people have served bereaved families for over a century. Papaw co-founded a funeral home in Kingsport, Tennessee. Mom grew up around the business, and Dad started working there…
NEHALEM BAY FIRE & RESCUE AWARDS PRESENTED JANUARY 24, 2026
Last night our district held its annual firefighter banquet dinner. With great food, plenty of laughs, and time to reflect on everything we faced in 2025, we came together to recognize the…
MANY THINGS CONSIDERED: Let America Be America Again
Let it be the dream it used to be By Marc C. Johnson (1/24/26) I can’t summon the wisdom or detachment to comment on this morning’s news from Minneapolis. All I know for…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE: Problem Properties and Code Enforcement – Part 3
By Tillamook County Sheriff Joshua Brown Another issue I frequently hear about involves properties that have accumulated large amounts of garbage, refuse, and multiple vehicles. I want the community to know that…
OREGON DEPT. OF FISH & WILDLIFE TAKES ACTION TO REDUCE RISK OF WHALE ENTANGLEMENTS
NEWPORT, Ore. – To reduce the risk of humpback whale entanglements in commercial Dungeness crab gear, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is moving the May 1 “late-season” regulations to April 1 this year. These…
NORTH COUNTY RESISTANCE: WE STAND WITH MINNESOTA – Saturday Protest Continue in Nehalem – Noon to 2pm
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Pioneer has been sharing videos from North Coast Pinball of the weekly Saturday protests in Nehalem on Facebook. The videos have have over 150,000 views … and lots of…