Washington’s Tax Exemption for Oregonians Could Go Bye Bye
A new bill that passed in the Washington Legislature could make it more expensive for Oregonians to shop across the border.
If signed by Washington...
Pacific Power Brings New Metering Technology to Eastern Oregon in May
Pacific Power is bringing more efficient and effective smart meters to residential and business customers in Eastern Oregon, replacing thousands of aging electric meters...
Bike Camp for People with Disabilities Set for June 24-28 in Hermiston
Armand Larive Middle School will host iCan Bike Camp from June 24 through June 28.
The iCan Bike program is presented by iCan Shine, a...
HPD Weekend Activity Report
Here’s a look at the weekend activity of the Hermiston Police Department:
Responded to one missing child report. The child was found safe
Arrested...
Library District to Meet Wednesday
The Umatilla County Special Library District Board will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, May 1 at the district office.
The meeting is at 5...
EOT Delivers Fiber-to-the-Home Technology to Boardman Area
On Friday, April 26, Eastern Oregon Telecom (EOT) turned up its first fiber to the home (FTTH) terminal in Boardman and on Tuesday, the...
Research Shows Exercise Lets Seniors Stay Behind the Wheel Longer
New research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety finds that increased fatigue and poor physical functioning are leading factors that can result in...
Hermiston Police Taking Part in National Medication Take-Back Day
The Hermiston Police Department will again be participating in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Medication Take-Back Day on Saturday, April 27.
The event goes...
ODFW Offering Family Fishing Event at McNary Channel Ponds
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife will host about 30 different Family Fishing events throughout the state from April to November 2019.
The next...
States Approve Third Spring Chinook Re-Opener on Lower Columbia
Fishery managers from Oregon and Washington added two additional days, Saturday April 27 and Sunday April 28, to the lower Columbia spring Chinook fishery.
The...
Oregon Emergency Management Director Tours County Flood Sites
The director of Oregon Office of Emergency Management (OEM) toured flooded locations throughout Umatilla County on Tuesday.
Andrew Phelps, along with Umatilla County Emergency Manager...
Hiring Event for Securitas USA Takes Place Thursday in Hermiston
WorkSource Hermiston is hosting a hiring event for Securitas USA on Thursday, April 25 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The company is hiring for...
Soup’s On! Altrusa Prepares, Delivers Soup to Desert Rose Ministries
Altrusa International of Hermiston has responded to the needs of the hungry this year by preparing and presenting frozen taco soup and chicken rice...
Stanfield Residents to Vote on Proposed $14 Million School Bond
The Stanfield School Board has placed a $14 million school bond measure on the May 21 ballot that would pay for a new middle...
Altrusans Help Eighth-Grade Girls Get Acclimated to High School Life
Altrusa International of Hermiston hosted its 18th annual gathering of eighth-grade girls at Hermiston High School on Friday, April 12.
The 53 girls – from...
Candidates Forum Set for April 29 at Riverfront Center in Boardman
All Boardman residents are invited to a Candidates Forum on Monday, April 29 to meet the candidates hoping to win open special district board...
HPD Weekend Activity Report
The Hermiston Police Department posted its weekly recap of weekend activities. These are cases from night shift Friday through night shift Sunday:
1 trespass...
Fundraiser for Boardman 4-Year-Old Takes Place April 28 at RHS
An enchilada feed and silent auction will be held in Boardman on April 28 to raise money for a 4-year-old battling cancer.
Boardman community members...
Good Shepherd Welcomes Doctor of Nursing Practice JoDee Williams
From a young age, Doctor of Nursing Practice JoDee Williams remembers wanting to be a nurse.
“My mom is a nurse,” she mused, “and as...
BMCC, OSHA Teaming Up to Offer Bilingual Safety Series
The Blue Mountain Community College Workforce Training Center in Boardman is working jointly with the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to present...
