Albany Man Loses Fight with Dumpster, Ends up with DUI Conviction
On August 9, 2025, at 1:00 AM, 28 year old Mark Troughton left the Peacock Bar and Grill. He turned into a nearby alley way, crashed into a dumpster, and then drove off. Multiple Corvallis Police Officers, investigating an unrelated assault nearby, reported the crash over the radio. Benton County Sheriff’s Deputy...
Winter weather advisory for Cascades of Marion and Linn counties until early Wednesday evening
The National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory at 1:48 p.m. on Monday in effect until Wednesday at 5 p.m. for Cascades of Marion and Linn counties. The weather service comments, “Snow expected above 3500 ft. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.”
March 9 public safety round-up of Newberg and Yamhill County r eports
– Charles Lord Chaffee, 42, of Newberg, was arrested for fourth-degree assault and harassment. No bail was set and the case remains open. – Travous John Snider, 46, of Newberg, was arrested on a warrant from Yamhill County Circuit Court for failure to appear to face a charge of unlawful possession of meth. No bail...
Oregon State researchers track Iran war damage with satellite imagery
CORVALLIS, Ore. - Researchers at Oregon State University are harnessing satellite imagery to evaluate the extent of destruction in Iran due to ongoing conflict. The Conflict Ecology Lab, established in 2015, leverages satellite technology to provide additional insights into armed conflicts worldwide. Jamon Van Den...
Enough costumes, give us the beaver: Why Oregon State should have a living mascot
Oregon State University’s mascot, Benny the Beaver, is simply put: iconic. He’s on our merchandise, signs, social media feeds and probably half the stickers on students’ laptops. But let’s be honest, Benny isn’t real. He’s a costume. A lovable, high-energy, sweat-soaked costume — but at the end of the day is still...
Speed camera ticket total went down
Albany’s speed cameras are still catching hundreds of drivers, but not as many as before. On Monday Police Chief Marcia Harnden sent me the totals for February, and they show fewer tickets than in past months on North Albany and on Santiam roads, the two most productive camera locations in terms of violations.
WesternU Oregon Receives Approval for New Master of Science in Nursing-Entry Program
Western University of Health Sciences is expanding its impact in Oregon with a new program designed to strengthen the state’s nursing workforce. The future of nursing demands compassionate, practice-ready clinicians who can lead, collaborate, and respond to the evolving needs of diverse patient populations. Meeting...
Pedestrian hit, killed by car in Silverton
A person has died after being hit by a car in Silverton. At approximately 6:50 p.m. Thursday, March 5, Silverton police responded to a report of a car crash at Silverplace Apartments, located on Fossholm Street. Two people were hit by a vehicle and sustained life-threatening injuries. One of the...
Lost for 82 years: WWII dog tag of Oregon soldier found in Australian bush
A former U.S. Army base on the outskirts of Rockhampton in Queensland, Australia, was once home to more than 70,000 U.S. Army troops during World War II, including Oregon’s 41st Infantry Division. The site, now privately owned, attracts a small group of metal detectorists searching for relics among the...
Beavs Clinch Series With Xavier, Go For Sweep Monday
CORVALLIS, Ore. – Bryce Hubbard and Josh Proctor each homered and the Beavers took advantage of 16 walks and six hit by pitches en route to a 17-2 win over Xavier Sunday afternoon at Goss Stadium at Coleman Field. The win clinched the series for the Beavers (10-4 overall)...
