Camera disabled over council’s worries
Albany’s sole Flock Safety surveillance camera has been temporarily disabled as a result of city council action on Wednesday night, but for now the camera equipment still stay in place. The continued use of the license plate reader is up in the air because the city council fears it...
2 Willamette Valley spots named among top 50 vineyards in the world
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – 50 Best recently released its list of the worlds 50 best vineyards, naming two Oregon vineyards among the top wine destinations. 50 Best releases rankings on the global gastronomy and drinks scene, explaining, “Over the last 23 years, 50 Best has provided unrivalled guidance through its lists...
Oregon Bets on “One-Stop” Support for Food and Ag Businesses as Farm Bill Fight...
Oregon officials used a Feb. 13 agriculture gathering in Salem to preview a new approach to supporting food and agriculture businesses: a pilot network designed to help producers and processors find funding and technical assistance through a clearer, more coordinated “front door.”. The concept — a regional food and...
For those about to rock, Harefest salutes you
Are you ready to roll back the rock-n-roll clock for three days of musical fun?. Well, the organizers of Harefest sure hope folks are. Harefest just released its lineup for the 14th year of the annual tribute band music festival at the Clackamas County Event Center in Canby. And the...
How long does it take to sell a house in Corvallis in 2026?
Selling a house has become a difficult task in many cities across the U.S. Years of strained affordability have pushed homebuyers to the sidelines, causing inventory to build up and prompting some sellers to take their homes off the market until competition improves. Trends vary widely by region, though—usually...
Magic in the Mountains celebration of wine set for May in Newberg
An annual event is nigh that will celebrate the 20 years since the creation of the Chehalem Valley American Viticultural Area in 2006. Wineries that make up the nonprofit Chehalem Mountains Winegrowers association will hold the Magic in the Mountains wine tasting event from 1 to 4 p.m. May 30 at The Allison Inn & Spa...
Lawmakers Seek Compliance Documents From ApolloMD Over RiverBend ER Contract
SALEM, Ore. — Three Oregon lawmakers are requesting documents from ApolloMD related to its new role overseeing emergency department services at PeaceHealth RiverBend, citing concerns about compliance with a recently passed state law governing the corporate practice of medicine. In a joint letter, state Reps. Ben...
Input wanted in Cascade Gas rate hike request
SALEM – The Oregon Public Utility Commission (PUC) will host a virtual public meeting on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, from 6-7 p.m. PST. This meeting gives customers a chance to share their thoughts on Cascade Natural Gas Corporation’s proposal to raise customer rates. Earlier that day, PUC staff will hold a virtual...
Downtown Salem drop-in center for at-risk youth closes after funding cuts
A drop-in center that has provided mental health services to thousands of Salem youth closed Friday, Feb. 13, after losing most of its funding. Salem Drop, run by the Eugene-based nonprofit Youth Era, first opened Salem in 2018 near Riverfront Park. The center provided a safe, after school space for young people...
Marion County, OR Sheriff Warns of Jury Duty Phone Scam Today
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Salem, OR – The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about ongoing phone scams involving callers posing as deputies and demanding payment for alleged missed jury duty. According to a...

















