Bomb threat prompts police sweep of Philomath Middle School
Philomath Police conducted a sweep of Philomath Middle School on Saturday morning after the campus was targeted in a bomb threat, Chief Dave Gurski reported. No suspicious devices were discovered and the building was cleared as safe. The call came in shortly before 9 a.m. Nov. 29 during the Thanksgiving...
Salem Man Arrested after Late-Night Vehicle Theft
SALEM – Salem Police have charged a man with Motor Vehicle Theft after stealing a vehicle from a home on Kell Street just before midnight Friday. The owner told police she let a friend sit in the vehicle while it was running. An acquaintance, identified as 24-year-old Mason Becker, asked the vehicle’s owner for a...
Why is the Van Buren Bridge Still Only Partially Open?
The Vanburen Bridge, despite appearing to be fully constructed, has only one operational lane. This has sparked curiosity among the public, leading to various speculations and discussions on social media platforms.
Albany bookkeeper accused of embezzling $250,000 from employer
ALBANY, Ore. - An Albany woman has been accused of embezzling more than 250-thousand dollars from a Linn County business owner who employed her for more than 10 years. Fifty-nine-year-old Jodi Faye Kenagy was charged Monday in Linn County Circuit Court with nine counts of first-degree aggravated theft. The charging...
Waffle‑Fry Bravas, Deep Whiskey Shelf: Pintxo’s in the Alley Quietly Rewrites Salem’s Late‑Night Playbook
This article contains content summarized with AI. Learn more. Salem’s tucked‑away corridor is getting a San Sebastián spirit. Quietly opened on September 11, 2025, Pintxo’s in the Alley brings a Basque‑accented, small‑plates bar to downtown with owner‑bartender Tommy positioning it as a precision‑driven neighborhood...
Molalla Officer Assaulted in Local Park; Attacker Sentenced to Two Years in Prison
On November 26, 2025, Montgomery Ellsworth Gardner, 40, was sentenced to 24 months in prison in Clackamas County Circuit Court, Oregon. Gardner pled guilty to assaulting a Molalla police officer and to being a felon in possession of a firearm.
Philomath Police Log: Recent activity includes thefts, warrant arrest
Editor’s note: This report is based on information submitted by the Philomath Police Department. All calls for service may not be included. The status of incidents might change after further investigation. Locations are approximate and may not be included if it could identify victims of certain crimes of a sensitive...
Unverified ICE Presence Sparks Concern on OSU Campus
Reports have surfaced on social media about the presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on the campus of Oregon State University (OSU). The initial report came from a text message stating that ICE had made an arrest at Graf, a location on campus. The individual in question was reportedly released...
Why do sharks love Willapa Bay? Northwest scientists have some ideas
Catching one of the Pacific Northwest’s top predators takes time, a little luck and big chunks of meat. Oregon State University shark researcher Jess Schulte grabs a fishing hook about as big as her palm. She calls out to undergraduate intern Deven Guerrero, who’s elbow deep in the bait bucket at the back of the boat.
Unverified Updates and Rumors Surrounding Pedestrian-Vehicle Incident
In a recent incident, a vehicle struck two pedestrians, leading to widespread discussion and concern on social media. The public has been seeking updates on the condition of the survivors and the status of the driver involved in the accident. Questions have also been raised about whether the driver will face trial.
