Government
No relief coming for Oregon’s struggling pharmacies as bill fails
Lawmakers couldn’t find a compromise on a bill to regulate pharmacy benefit managers Oregon lawmakers’ latest attempt…
Government
Oregon House votes to protect Oregon National Guard from being deployed by Trump, future presidents
House Democrats voted Friday to protect the Oregon National Guard from being used as law enforcement or deployed…
Government
U.S. Senate passes bill to reauthorize funding for rural Oregon, Idaho schools
The U.S. Senate unanimously passed the bill to reauthorize a program that has provided billions to schools, roads and other…
Government
St. Helens residents will pay more for these city services
The city of St. Helens has approved a new budget, and residents will see increased fees for city…
Letters To The Editor
OPINION: Congress must act to help the new postmaster general pull USPS from the brink
The United States Postal Service is on the brink of a self-induced collapse. The failed policies of the…
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…
Columnists
RURAL REFLECTIONS: Chaotic garden of color and life
I held you in my hand. Tossed and turned, smooshed and smooshed again, the fragrance’s healing powers eased…
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…