Suspect with axe charges at deputies near Wilsonville, leading to shooting, sheriff’s office says
A suspect with an axe charged at two sheriff’s deputies near Wilsonville during a traffic stop Friday evening, resulting in at least one of the deputies shooting the person, the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office said. Paramedics quickly arrived and took the suspect to a local hospital in “critical...
Albany honors last Pearl Harbor USS Oklahoma survivor, David Russell
ALBANY, Ore. - David Russell, a 105-year-old Pearl Harbor survivor, was honored on Sunday for his service at the Veteran of Foreign Wars Post 584 in Albany. As one of the last 14 survivors of the attack, Russell's legacy was celebrated with a ceremony attended by local leaders and fellow veterans.
Strong atmospheric river approaches for Monday, flooding expected along the coast
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — The one consistent thing about the weather is that it is always changing. Since writing my weather article yesterday about the incoming atmospheric river, weather models have backed off the amount of rain they believe we are going to see. WEATHER | Latest Storm Tracker...
Salem City Council to Discuss Fairness of Operations Fee Rates
Salem City Council will look at ways to increase fairness in the rate structure of the Operations Fee at its final meeting of 2025 on Monday, December 8. The Operations Fee helps provide adequate general fund revenue and appears on Salem’s month utility bills. Thanks in part to the...
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...
