Heavier Rainfall Expected Sunday Afternoon
Saturday's showers are set to give way to more consistent rainfall on Sunday. The initial push of wet weather today will be slow at first, but by late morning and early afternoon we can expect the heavier rain to settle in. Today likely brings the best chance for widespread rainfall...
Salem, OR – Christmas Event: Dutch Bros Hosts Cocoa & Coffee With Deputies Dec....
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Salem, OR – Residents in Salem have a chance to warm up and connect with local law enforcement this morning as the Marion County Sheriff’s Office teams up with Dutch Bros for a holiday-themed “Cocoa &...
13 Oregon Small-Town Bakeries Filling Main Street With The Smell Of Fresh Bread
Oregon’s small towns are home to delightful bakeries that fill the streets with the inviting aroma of freshly baked bread. Here are thirteen bakeries that stand out for their unique charm and delicious offerings. Blue Scorcher Bakery – Astoria, Oregon. Nestled in the heart of Astoria, Blue Scorcher...
Salem City Council considers not reappointing man over past conviction
Salem City Council will consider not reappointing a Community Police Review Board member due to his past criminal conviction during its Dec. 8 meeting. At a Dec. 3 Boards and Commissions Appointments Committee meeting, the group voted to recommend not reappointing Kyle Hedquist to the police board and leave the...
Lakewood man who died following Friday afternoon crash has been identified
A Lakewood man who died following a two-vehicle wreck near Mason County Friday afternoon has been identified, according to the Washington State Patrol. About 3:40 p.m., Christopher R. Rankin, 25, was headed east on state Route 302 near Mason County. Troopers say he crossed the center line and crashed into a westbound...
Albany homeless shelter sued over ‘abnormally dangerous’ cat
A lawsuit filed in Linn County alleges a man suffered serious medical issues after being attacked by an “abnormally dangerous” cat at Albany Helping Hands. Filed in March, the suit claims the faith-based nonprofit that serves the homeless community was negligent in allowing the cat to reside on the property and seeks...
Death at Coffee Creek Correctional Facility Sparks Renewed Scrutiny of Oregon’s Prison Oversight
The recent death of a 32 year old woman incarcerated at Oregon’s only state women’s correctional facility has prompted renewed concern about conditions, transparency and oversight within the state’s prison system. The Oregon Department of Corrections confirmed that the woman, identified as Hannah Linn Bazzi, died on...
Strong atmospheric river brings heavy rains, flood threats and warmer temps to our region
We get rainy and windy on Sunday, a day of practice before we face stronger winds and rain in the days following. We've been under a flood advisory along the coast since Friday, due to the constant rainfall. Starting early Monday morning, winds pick up even more, as a strong atmospheric river rolls out of the...
Three Beavers named to 2025 WCC Cross Country All-Academic Team
CORVALLIS, Ore. — Nine Oregon State student-athletes earned All-Academic honors, the conference announced on Thursday. Sage Brooks, Ainsley Herron and Maella Hodgson made the All-Academic Team. Six Beavers received honorable mention. OSU leads the conference in number of student-athletes who received this honor. At...
Kjell Martinsen brings holiday cheer to Salem retirement community
This is part of a weekly series introducing readers to individuals passionate about our Mid-Valley community. Kjell Martinsen has spent much of his life woodworking and is now spreading holiday cheer to neighbors through his creations. Martinsen came alone to the U.S. from Drammen, Norway as a 15-year-old in 1955. He...
