In the late 90s, Oregon and Washington faced a crisis. Salmon populations were plummeting, and the need for a solution was urgent. This crisis led to the birth of Watershed Councils, a…
A Hidden Gem: The Minor Peak of Saddle Mountain
In the heart of Oregon’s coastal range, the minor peak of Saddle Mountain stands as a testament to the quiet grandeur of nature. This hidden gem, often overlooked in favor of its…
Tillamook County Emergency Responders Busy with Increased Calls, Ramping Up for Hot Weather and 4th of July Holiday
Local Volunteers Help Staff Fire Departments, Take Care of Our Communities By Don Backman Heading into the 4th of July week and experiencing a drier-than-normal late spring and early summer, emergency responders…
OREGON DEPT. OF FISH & WILDLIFE: Anglers relish catching data for research in Oregon’s Marine Reserves Program
Newport, Ore. – Joe Zoellin knows that, on this day, he is a man of privilege. Zoellin’s jigging for rockfish from a charter boat atop a Cape Falcon reef that normal anglers aren’t…
NEWS UPDATE FROM STATE REPRESENTATIVE DAVID GOMBERG: A Happy July 4th Legislative Review
By Representative David Gomberg, House District 10 7/3/2023 Hello Neighbors and Friends, After six months of commuting daily to Salem, I’m pleased to be home. We have officially entered the Interim, or…
GORDON’S UPDATE: Weather – Advsories, Warnings, Safety Tips 7/3/23 – Happy Independence Day Y’All
By Gordon McCraw, Meteorologist for the Tillamook County Pioneer Monday, July 3, 2023 The low pressure area from last week has drifted into central Canada. The satellite picture appears to show that…
CLOVER’S DAY – Kicks off Holiday Weekend Festivities in Style – Saturday July 1st
Photos & Video by Don Backman Clover’s Day Parade in Cloverdale – Saturday July 1, 2023: The 41st Clovers Day Parade in Cloverdale, Oregon – It is billed as the only parade…
Oregon Voices survey reveals common cause in rural and urban counties
More than 4,300 Oregon households shared lived experiences from their corner of the state An innovative survey released today by The Ford Family Foundation and research partners at ECONorthwest and Portland State…
THE OCEANSIDER: The Home Stretch- County Prepares to Finalize New STR Rules – Final Hearing July 6th; Join the Oceanside Community Parade July 4th at 10 am
By Jerry Keene, Editor, The Oceansider The County Commissioners will hold their (hopefully) final hearing addressing the substance of the new short term rental rules this Thursday, July 6, at 5:30 p.m….
OREGON DEPT. OF FORESTRY CENTRAL OREGON DISTRICT: REPORTS OF FIREWORKS DURING HIGH FIRE DANGER
EDITOR’S NOTE: We are sharing this news release from ODF Central Oregon District regarding the fire dange and differing restrictions in other areas of the state. Please be aware that some areas…