Oregon’s only known Revolutionary War veteran honored at St. Paul cemetery
The Sons of the American Revolution gathered at a cemetery in St. Paul to honor William Cannon, the only Revolutionary War veteran known to be buried in the Pacific Northwest.
Between Portland And Salem Is Oregon’s City Battling For The Title ‘Christmas Tree Capital...
When it comes to celebrating the most wonderful time of the year, travelers often seek to visit seasonal destinations in order to feel festive. That could mean a trip to Santa Claus, Indiana, known as "America's Christmas Hometown," or to Rockefeller Center in New York City, housing one of the most breathtaking...
Oregon State hiring Blueprint Sports to oversee in-house NIL agency
Oregon State is set to announce a multiyear deal with Blueprint Sports that will see the company operate Oregon State’s in-house NIL marketing agency, sources told Sports Business Journal. As part of the agreement, Blueprint Sports will take over operations of the Dam Nation Collective, Oregon State’s official NIL...
Dec. 8 public safety round-up
Daily and weekly reports from county sheriff’s office and Newberg-Dundee police. – Nathan Eugene Pierson, 33, of Newberg, was arrested on a hold from Newberg Municipal Court. Bail was set at $1,000 and the case remains open. Dec. 2. – Jared Cole Blankenbaker, 31, of Newberg, was arrested for...
Lebanon fire recruits face real emergency after academy ends
LEBANON, Ore. - The Lebanon Fire District (LFD) swiftly responded to a structure fire just hours after wrapping up its Volunteer Fall Fire Academy, according to fire district officials. LFD authorities said that six new volunteers had just completed their final live-fire training, making them ready to tackle real...
Albany, N.Y., Looks to Add Three License Plate Cameras
(TNS) — It's not just traffic cameras in North Albany that are drawing a closer look. Recently, Albany officials reviewed the city’s agreement with Flock Safety, an Atlanta -based company that provides license plate readers to law enforcement across the country, including the Albany Police Department. Albany...
Woodburn police search for attempted robber outside Woodburn Premium Outlets
Woodburn law enforcement are asking for the public’s assistance in finding a person who attempted to rob someone in the parking lot of Woodburn Premium Outlets over the weekend. Woodburn police responded to a report of an attempted robbery at 3:54 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, in the back parking...
Waffle‑Bravas and Vermouth: Pintxo’s in the Alley Gives Downtown Salem a Basque Spark
This article contains content summarized with AI. Learn more. Downtown Salem has a fresh new gathering spot with Basque soul. Soft-opened on September 11, 2025, Pintxo’s in the Alley sits just off Commercial Street, trading bigness for intimacy and leaning into Northern Spain’s pintxos culture—bite-sized plates built...
One afternoon at the Queen Avenue crossing
Over the years Albany drivers have developed a great deal of patience when it comes to waiting at the railroad crossing on Queen Avenue. But what choice do they have?. On a recent Friday afternoon, the bike and I found ourselves at the crossing just as the switch engine in the Albany yard was going over the street,...
Fatal Crash on Berlin Road Claims Life of Lebanon Teen, Several Others Injured
On December 5, 2025, the Linn County Sheriff’s Office responded to a two-vehicle crash at Berlin Road and McDowell Creek Drive. The vehicles involved were a 2017 Ram 3500 and a 2002 Mazda B-Series pickup. According to reports, the Mazda did not stop at a posted sign and collided with the Ram. Authorities said alcohol...
