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Echo mayor recall supporter says trust, transparency were issues
ECHO — A supporter of the successful petition to recall Echo Mayor Chad Ray said the issue behind…
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Crime & Justice
Oregon congresswoman pushes for protections for immigrant children facing detention
Most child detentions in Oregon have taken place in Dexter’s district, which consists of most of Portland east…
Government
Yamhill County Clerk’s Office will conduct hand count of primary ballots
County clerk’s offices across Oregon will soon undertake a simple exercise to assure the electorate that their votes…
Government
June 12 public safety round-up for Newberg and Dundee
Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office reports June 5-Ashley Torralba-Morales, 24, of Newberg, was arrested for fourth-degree assault. No bail…
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Newberg’s Hassler sentenced to nearly 8 years for 2025 crime spree
The Newberg man who conducted a spree of vehicle thefts in the area in late 2025 will spend…
Columnists
Opinion: Oregon anti-animal cruelty initiative sounded like a good idea, until learning details
The measure could unleash economic and social chaos in Oregon beyond any previous piece of legislation, columnist Randy…
Business
Oregon’s Sen. Wyden brings back housing affordability bill
DASH Act has tax credits and construction subsidies to aimed at alleviating rent and homelessness and building more…
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Oregon health officials issue tougher air quality guidance for youth sports, outdoor activities
Oregon kids and teens participating in outdoor activities need to protect themselves from air pollution that is more…
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Echo voters recall mayor
ECHO — Voters in Echo in a special election June 9 have recalled Mayor Chad Ray. According to…
Government
Burn ban to take effect in Columbia County
Columbia County fire agencies are implementing a burn ban effective June 15. The burn ban will begin at…