Business

Oregon House introduces scaled-down transportation bill with days left in session

The latest proposal is unpopular with Republicans and some rank-and-file Democrats who said they’ve not had enough time…

Business

Lawmakers, Secretary of State back delaying 2024 Oregon campaign finance law from taking effect

An unremarkable, technical fix bill could be used to delay the state’s 2024 campaign finance law limiting contributions…

Business

Oregon lawmakers tuck $1 billion into late-session ‘Christmas tree’ spending bill

House Bill 5006 includes money for natural disasters, raises, museums and more Oregon lawmakers on Tuesday approved $1…

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…

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…

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…

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…