Fire and Rescue Calls: Nov. 10 crash on Fern Road among list of responses
Editor’s note: This log is based on information submitted to the media by Philomath Fire & Rescue:. • No calls of public significance reported. Other calls: Emergency medical services responded to calls at 8:45 a.m. (South 17th Street), 12:26 p.m. (Main Street) and 6:53 p.m. (South 13th Street). SATURDAY,...
Sherwood Police use roof rescue to spotlight autism awareness
SHERWOOD, Ore. (KATU) — The Sherwood Police Department (SPD) is using a scary situation to help raise awareness for autism. In October, officers responded to a home after callers reported that a child with autism, who is also non-verbal, was running around on a roof. When officers arrived, they...
Salem man dies in motorcycle crash at northeast Salem construction site
A Salem man died Nov. 15 after crashing through a construction barricade and colliding with an excavator in northeast Salem, Salem Police said. Police responded to the crash at about 8:38 p.m. on Hazelgreen Road NE near 49th Avenue NE, police said in a news release. A motorist reported seeing a man on a...
Rogue Brewery closes at Pier 39, other locations
Rogue Brewery abruptly ceased operations at all of its facilities Friday morning. Employees learned about the closure that same morning. The company operates pubs in Astoria, Newport, Portland and Salem. In Newport, Rogue Brewery maintains a large production brewery on land it leases from the Port of Newport. The...
Cold mornings expected every day this week in Willamette Valley
It might be a little harder to drag yourself out of bed this week as every day will start with chilly temperatures hovering in the low 30s to low 40s. NWS predicted a colder air mass will bring cold morning temperatures to the Willamette Valley, and snow on the Cascade passes will lessen but stay, according to the...
Quest for the Coziest Reading Nooks
In the quest for the perfect reading spot, many are turning to social media for suggestions. The ideal location seems to be somewhere cozy, preferably with a fireplace and comfortable seating. However, users are open to discovering any hidden gems that others might recommend.
Telycam Vision+ PTZ Cameras Improve Quality of Government Meeting Broadcasts and Streams for Keizer...
Municipal broadcaster K23 TV (Keizer City Television) has deployed PTZ cameras from Telycam to upgrade the visual quality of their live meeting coverage. As the government access broadcaster for the City of Keizer, Oregon, K23 TV plays an important role in connecting city officials with the community’s citizens....
Contemplating Career Choices: State Hospital MHTT Position vs. Private Sector Offer
A recent social media post has sparked a discussion about the pros and cons of accepting a position as a Mental Health Therapy Technician (MHTT) at a state hospital. The original poster is conflicted about whether to accept the position, which offers a salary of $31 per hour, or to take up another offer from a...
Trailhead construction complete at Silver Falls State Park, more changes to come
Marion County’s prized park is going through changes. The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department has completed the North Canyon trailhead and parking lot project at Silver Falls State Park, and visitor center improvements are on the way next year. Meanwhile, a new campground project has been put on hold due to budget...
Corvallis researchers uncover parenting’s long-term influence
CORVALLIS, Ore. - A recent analysis by Oregon State University and Utrecht University reveals that children who grow up with parental acceptance and minimal negativity tend to face fewer challenges in their own parenting. According to the study, early childhood parenting experiences have a greater impact on future...

















