Hermiston Parks & Rec Department Aims to Keep Everyone Active
Here’s another big batch of things to do and places to go this summer for young and old alike, courtesy of the Hermiston Parks...
Leave Young Wildlife in the Wild
Put it back. That’s the advice you’re likely to hear if you bring a young wild animal home to “take care of it” —...
With Move to WIAA, Changes Coming for Hermiston Student Athletes
With the Hermiston School District’s transition to the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA), the district must change some athletic practices, beginning this fall.
WIAA has...
First Christian Church to Host Open Table on Monday
The First Christian Church in Hermiston will host an open table meal from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, June 18.
The meal is...
Gas Prices Drop, But Still 50 Cents Higher Per Gallon Than Last Summer
Gas prices are ticking lower but still remain at least 50 cents a gallon more expensive than last summer in every state. For the...
Two Rivers Correctional Institution Reports Death of Inmate
Two Rivers Correctional Institution in Umatilla reported the death of an inmate on Sunday.
Anselmo Salinas, 85, died on June 10 at a local medical...
Tribes: Pacific Lamprey Returning to Umatilla River in Record Numbers
Pacific lamprey, a prehistoric fish native to the Columbia River Basin and treasured by Native American people, are returning to Oregon’s Umatilla River in...
Catholic Church Serving Free Lunch on Friday
Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church in Hermiston is hosting an open table meal at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 15.
The meals are free,...
Boardman Council Candidate Filing Period Approaching
The Boardman Clerk’s Office reminds residents that the official candidate filing period for the Nov. 6, 2018 election is quickly approaching.
The city has three...
Hermiston Street Department to Apply Slurry Seal to Several Streets
A handful of streets around Hermiston will get a little extra TLC this summer with “Slurry Seal” projects as part of the city’s Street...
Register Now for Hermiston Parks Department’s Summer Tennis Camp
It’s almost time for RecTennis Summer Camp and Friends & Family Tennis, offered by the Hermiston Parks and Recreation Department.
The summer tennis camp is...
County Library District to Hold Monthly Board Meeting on June 21
The Umatilla County Special Library District Board's monthly meeting will be held on Thursday, June 21.
The meeting will be at 5:15 p.m. in the...
Altrusa International of Hermiston Installs New Officers
Altrusa International of Hermiston recently installed new officers to serve for the new Altrusa year.
The installation was held on May 31, 2018, at the...
Methodist Church Serving Free Lunch on Thursday
The First United Methodist Church in Hermiston will serve lunch to those in need at 11 a.m. on Thursday, June 14.
The lunches are served...
Sign Up Now for Hermiston Parks Department Summer Camp Program
There’s still time to register your kids for the first week of Summer Fun Day Camp, offered by the Hermiston Parks and Recreation Department....
Hermiston School District Cited for Excellence in Financial Reporting
The Hermiston School District’s business department has earned the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA)...
Hermiston Parks Department Offering Free Summer Lunches for Youth
The Hermiston Parks and Recreation Department will begin its free Summer Food Service lunch program tomorrow, June 13, for any child 18 years or...
Agape House to Hold Parking Lot Sale
The Agape House in Hermiston will host a parking lot sale from 8 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 16.
Clothing, furniture, bikes and miscellaneous...
Pendleton Teen to Pay $50,000 Fine for Poaching-Related Convictions
An 18-year-old Pendleton man was sentenced to 30 days in jail and ordered to pay $50,000 in restitution after pleading guilty to a slew...
GriefShare Meets Weekly
GriefShare, a support group that offers video seminars, group discussion, a personal workbook and prayer, is offered in three locations.
GriefShare is held each Tuesday...