West Salem Burglary Unravels Organized Oregon Crime Ring Operating Across Willamette Valley
A burglary in a quiet West Salem neighborhood has exposed what authorities describe as a sprawling, Eugene-based crime syndicate responsible for a string of high-value burglaries across the Willamette Valley. Police say the case began with a single call for help and quickly expanded into a multi-agency operation that...
Cascadia earthquake could trigger seismic activity on San Andreas Fault, OSU study suggests
The threat of a 9.0-magnitude earthquake along the Cascadia Subduction Zone has hung over the Pacific Northwest for decades. Seismologists and emergency managers say “The Big One” could be one of the worst natural disasters in the region’s history, but it may not be the worst-case scenario. New research from Oregon...
Oregon Fruit Company Launches New Line of Real Fruit Refreshers
Bright, Bold Flavors Designed for Today’s Beverage Menus. , celebrating its 90th year as one of the Paci?c Northwest’s most trusted fruit brands, today announced the launch of Oregon Fruit Real Fruit Refreshers, a new shelf-stable beverage concentrate line crafted with real fruit and no arti?cial ?avors, colors, or...
Woodburn outlet mall announces opening of Hollister and Portland Leather Goods
Local shoppers now have more stores to choose from at the Woodburn Premium Outlets. The mall has announced the opening of two new businesses, Hollister and Portland Leather Goods, at the outlets, located at 1001 Arney Road N.E. “We are thrilled to welcome Hollister Co. Outlet and Portland Leather Goods...
No Kings rally planned for Saturday in Corvallis
Organizers are planning a No Kings Day of Action rally from noon-3 p.m. Saturday at the Benton County Courthouse in Corvallis. The event coincides with other such rallies across the country for what organizers describe as rising threats to democracy. Organizers are planning a different approach than the June No...
AI App Identifies Avocado Ripeness
Researchers have developed a smartphone-based artificial intelligence system that accurately predicts the ripeness and internal quality of avocados. “Avocados are among the most wasted fruits globally due to overripeness,” said Luyao Ma, an assistant professor at Oregon State University. “Our goal was to create a...
Make way for ‘Malloween’ festivities at the Woodburn outlet mall
An afternoon of tricks and treats awaits as the Woodburn Premium Outlets gear up for its Malloween celebration. From noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, the mall invites guests of all ages to enjoy an afternoon filled with seasonal fun, festive treats and family-friendly entertainment. The event, which is...
Check it out: New ramp on riverfront path
Monday’s glorious October sunshine found me and the bike, as usual, on the Albany riverfront, where something new has just opened up. Here, take a look at one part of this new railroad crossing:. This crossing from Water Avenue to the riverfront path makes up for the closing of...
Durant’s Olio Nuovo Festival Is Next Month in Dayton, Oregon
I received an email from the folks at Durant at Red Ridge Farms about their Olio Nuovo Festival next month. Durant happens to be Oregon’s only commercial olive mill, founded in 2008 in Dayton, right there in the Willamette wine country. Back during Salad Week I spent some time in the wine country, which was stunning...
Halloween Trunk-or-Treat returns to Silverton
Silverton’s Robert Frost Elementary School will soon be grounds for a spooktacular evening of Halloween festivities. The community’s third annual Trunk or Treat celebration will take place from 4-6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, at 201 Westfield St. Monsters, mummies and more are welcome at the event, as costumes...
