News
Columbia County to institute burn ban
As the threat of wildfires increases, Columbia County is instituting a burn ban. Beginning at 12:01 a.m. June…
Professional
Tri-City’s Johnson dominates in Hops’ 7-3 road loss to the Dust Devils
The Hops got a little taste of the major leagues on Wednesday night, and I don’t think they…
Lifestyles
St. Helens Main Street Alliance receives state grant for downtown restoration
Downtown St. Helens will see some sprucing up thanks to a grant from the Oregon Heritage program. A…
Government
St. Helens mayor cites free speech in move to dismiss ex-chief’s lawsuit
In response to the former St. Helens police chief’s lawsuit against her, Mayor Jennifer Massey maintains that her…
Business
Cutting the mustard: Beaverton Foods earns 6 accolades at 2025 World-Wide Mustard Competition
In this year’s annual World-Wide Mustard Competition — one of the most prestigious tastings in the condiment world…
Professional
Hops’ first-half title hopes extinguished with 3-2 loss to Tri-City
Despite sitting atop the Northwest League standings for 65 of the first-half’s 77 days, there will be no…
News
Health inspections: Here’s how Columbia County restaurants stacked up in May
The reports are in, and Columbia County restaurants had a squeaky-clean May. The county public health department inspects…
Education
Scappoose superintendent responds to calls for action in high schooler’s death
Scappoose School District Superintendent Tim Porter sent a letter to families in response to community calls for action…
Crime & Justice
GoFundMe account to aid Newberg man arrested in ICE raid nears $100,000 in donations
Friends, family members and strangers have stepped up in a big way to help a Newberg man and…
Business
Opinion: We must save Job Corps
U.S. Rep. Suzanne Bonamici writes: 'For those who have found their path to success through Job Corps and…