Salem man arrested after pointing replica gun at Lincoln City work crew, police say
Lincoln City police said they were familiar with the 36-year-old man due to his previous arrest over a similar incident in 2025.
Block 50 Returns To Salem Agenda As City Advances Environmental Prep On Key Downtown...
Salem’s Block 50 redevelopment is back before the Urban Renewal Agency on Monday, but not for a construction vote. Instead, the agency is scheduled to review an informational purchasing report that includes a $45,500 contract with Stantec Consulting for environmental support work tied to the downtown site, one of the city’s largest remaining undeveloped properties.
🎁 Freebies Up for Grabs in Albany — Furniture, Tools & More
Looking for some great free finds around Albany? Neighbors are giving away everything from furniture to tools and even a freezer. Check out what’s available right now:. About: Around 50 pounds of high-strength concrete mix left. Great for small construction or repair projects.
This Oregon State freshman went from playing hacky sack to striking out 8 batters...
CORVALLIS — The plan was not for Dax Whitney to throw only two innings. But a 1:45 lightning delay forced Oregon State to shut down its starter and turn to Trey Morris, who delivered the best outing of his young career. With the No. 7 Beavers trailing in the...
McMinnville Fire District faces budget pressure from rising fuel costs
The McMinnville Fire District is among several first responder agencies saying sky-high fuel prices are hitting their bottom lines.
Deputies justified in shooting at suspect during deadly standoff in Aumsville, jury finds
MARION COUNTY Ore. (KPTV) - A Marion County Grand Jury found that two sheriff’s deputies were justified in shooting at a suspect during a standoff in Aumsville that ended with the suspect’s death on March 29. According to the Marion County District Attorney’s Office on Friday, the jury...
OHA: Tattoo artists can’t apply numbing agents to their clients
SALEM, Ore. – The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) released a “practice clarification” on the use of topical anesthesia and nonprescription drugs by tattoo artists. According ot the OHA, the administration of topical anesthesia to a client is not within the scope of practice of a licensed tattoo artist, and the administration of drugs to other people may constitute the practice of medicine.
Juvenile Collared Weeks After NE Salem Shooting Leaves Man With Head Wound
A juvenile is in custody after detectives arrested the suspect on April 7 in connection with a March 9 shooting in northeast Salem that left an adult with a head wound, according to law enforcement. The gunfire erupted in the 4200 block of Satter Place NE, and the victim was taken to a local hospital for treatment. The juvenile is now held at the...
Genealogical society to host Family History Guide creator Saturday
The Benton County Genealogical Society will host its monthly program at 11 a.m. Saturday at Philomath Museum, featuring a presentation by Bob Taylor, co-creator of The Family History Guide website. Taylor will present “Sharpen Your Skills with The Family History Guide,” offering an overview of the free online resource he...
Oregon State men land Big Sky freshman of the year from transfer portal
Oregon State has landed its first transfer of the Justin Joyner era. Former Idaho forward Jackson Rasmussen, the Big Sky freshman of the year, committed to the Beavers on Friday. Rasmussen has three years of eligibility remaining. He averaged 13.6 points, 4.7 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 35 starts for...

















