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Columbia County Sheriff’s Office to host National Night Out event

The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office is inviting families to an evening of fun during its 2025 National Night…

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Oregonians gain access to wildfire cameras as fire risk grows

In a move aimed at improving wildlife preparedness and public safety, Portland General Electric has made its wildfire…

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What’s going on with St. Helens utility fees? Here’s what to know about your water bill. 

St. Helens residents have heard a lot about additional fees on their utility bills in recent months. Much…

Public Safety

Aloha woman arrested for alleged child sexual abuse crimes after St. Helens investigation

A nearly yearlong investigation by the St. Helens Police Department led to the arrest of an Aloha woman…

Features

‘Books save lives’: Two Rivers Bookstore set to open in downtown St. Helens

Every town deserves a bookstore, and the faces behind St. Helen’s newest literary addition are excited to bring…

Local News

Headed to the dump? Columbia County solid waste disposal fees are higher.

Disposing of trash at the Columbia County Transfer Station will cost a little more following solid waste fee…

Public Safety

1 dead, 2 injured in 3-car crash on Highway 30

A St. Helens resident died following a three-car collision on Highway 30. At about 4 p.m. Wednesday, July…

Lifestyles

Check out Street of Dreams in Lake Oswego and beyond 

While more dispersed, the NW Natural Street of Dreams in Lake Oswego, Portland and beyond can once again…

News

Columbia County Search and Rescue K-9s deploy to Texas to help in flood recovery efforts

Two Columbia County Search and Rescue K-9 teams are helping to find victims of catastrophic flooding in Texas.…

Crime & Justice

Scappoose woman turns herself in to jail for alleged child exploitation crimes

A Scappoose woman turned herself in to the police after a grand jury indicted her for crimes related…