5+ hour, 37+ min ago  (1002+ words) Published 1:45 pm Wednesday, March 18, 2026 There was plenty of uncertainty and debate around the effectiveness of a cell phone ban that was decreed by executive order last summer. But at least in Estacada the policy has gotten two thumbs up, including…...

14+ hour, 19+ min ago  (656+ words) Published 5:00 am Wednesday, March 18, 2026 Plans call for the rebuilt Fowler Middle School to be sited where the school's running track is now, with designs calling for construction of a three-story classroom section and salvaging the school's old gymnasium. That's what…...

2+ day, 3+ hour ago  (683+ words) Published 11:42 am Monday, March 16, 2026 A Gresham High junior who has overcome some unimaginable challenges this past year had a beaming smile as he was surrounded by thousands of his new friends and supporters. The spotlight shone on Tucker Santillanes Monday…...

2+ day, 11+ hour ago  (227+ words) Published 8:00 am Monday, March 16, 2026 The library is a cornerstone of our community where people of all ages come together to learn, explore and connect. Family Storytime takes place every Friday at 10:30 a.m. and offers families a lively mix of learning and…...

2+ day, 5+ hour ago  (233+ words) Published 1:40 pm Monday, March 16, 2026 The former principal of Rainier Jr./Sr. High School will spend more than five years in prison following his arrest for possession of child sexual abuse images. Jeremy Peter Williams, a 49-year-old resident of Longview, Washington,…...

3+ day, 14+ hour ago  (587+ words) Published 5:00 am Sunday, March 15, 2026 In March 2025, three Newberg organizations announced a partnership to construct a facility aimed at addressing the dearth of child care and early learning options in the area. Although completion of the building is months away, one…...

4+ day, 9+ hour ago  (292+ words) Published 5:00 am Saturday, March 14, 2026 A local writers group is looking to show off the talent in Columbia County in a patriotic tribute. Submissions are now open for the Columbia County America 250 Anthology, which will display a collection of works by…...

5+ day, 13+ hour ago  (721+ words) Published 6:00 am Friday, March 13, 2026 An emotional, powerful event returned to Gresham, bringing some difficult stories, tears, and a whole lot of inspiration thanks to an amazing group of women. The recipients of the 2026 Live Your Dream Awards, held annually by…...

4+ day, 22+ hour ago  (465+ words) Published 4:48 pm Friday, March 13, 2026 Since her first year at West Linn High School, Olivia Wang has followed the story. "My favorite part about journalism is just learning and meeting new people, because I feel like no matter what stories I…...

5+ day, 19+ min ago  (285+ words) Published 2:20 pm Friday, March 13, 2026 The former George Fox student accused of sexually assaulting a cohort in 2024 has been vindicated. A Yamhill County Circuit Court jury acquitted Chase Kenneth Beem of the charges he faced after his arrest in September 2024 when…...