Public Safety
Columbia County teen arrested after planning Washington state mall shooting, FBI says
A Columbia County teenager was arrested after the FBI accused them of planning a bombing and mass shooting…
Public Safety
St. Helens police officer Matthew Smith chosen as next city police chief
The city of St. Helens has a new police chief.
Lifestyles
St. Helens to celebrate riverfront redevelopment with ribbon-cutting, splash pad reopening
The first phase of the St. Helens riverwalk project is nearly complete, and community members are invited to…
Education
Columbia County commissioner clashes with St. Helens school board over transgender student athletes
A national debate has made its way into St. Helens schools. Columbia County Commissioner Casey Garrett filed a…
Education
St. Helens School District signs $185K contract for new superintendent
It’s official — the St. Helens School District has a new superintendent. At its May 28 meeting, the…
Lifestyles
Soak up the sun with a story: Scappoose library launches summer reading programs
The Scappoose Public Library is gearing up for a summer of reading. The library’s summer reading program starts…
Government
Scappoose awarded for new biosolids dryer that turns waste into fertilizer
A new initiative to turn Scappoose’s waste into usable fertilizer has received a statewide accolade. The League of…
Lifestyles
13 Nights on the River returns to St. Helens riverfront
With an end in sight for riverfront construction in downtown St. Helens, the city has announced the lineup…
Local News
Columbia County election results: St. Helens school board to see new faces; jail and Scappoose fire levies pass
Election night on May 20 was a busy one in Columbia County. With two major levies on the…
Lifestyle
Scappoose Farmers’ Market returns for 23rd season
Offering everything from art and gifts to fresh produce and preserves, the Scappoose Farmers’ Market is back for…