25 People Lose Their Jobs as Pendleton Denny’s Closes Down
Denny's in Pendleton has shut down.
Owner Jerry Fouts said the family dining restaurant closed Monday, Oct. 14, resulting in 25 employees losing their jobs.
"It's...
Water Storage Lagoon Construction Begins at Port of Morrow
The Port of Morrow announced on Tuesday that construction has begun on two large water storage lagoons.
The port said the lagoons will increase capacity...
HPD Arrest Log
The following are recent arrests made by the Hermiston Police Department:
Oct. 5: Shelby Anne Tucker, 32, was arrested on the 900 block of S....
Retail Recruitment Company Discusses Opportunities in Hermiston
The Hermiston City Council learned on Monday that five national retailers have expressed interest in locating a store in Hermiston.
That news was part of...
Port of Morrow Commission Removes Doherty from CDA Board
In a split vote, the Port of Morrow Commission recently removed Commissioner Kelly Doherty from her role representing the port on the Columbia Development...
Sheriff’s Office to Offer ROTH ID TAGs
Roth ID TAGs are now available at the Umatilla County Sheriff's Offices in Pendleton and Hermiston.
The sheriff's office will begin to distribute tags locally...
Hermiston Senior Center Serving Lunch on Tuesday & Thursday
The Hermiston Senior Center serves meals on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Those planning to attend lunch are asked to call 541-567-3582 before 11 a.m. so the...
Good Shepherd Health Care System to Provide Free Flu Shots Oct. 19
Good Shepherd Health Care System will offer a free community drive-thru flu shot clinic on Saturday, Oct. 19.
The event goes from 8 a.m. to...
$5.5 Million Approved to Replace Aging Water Infrastructure in Oregon
U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley said today that Oregon will receive $5.5 million in federal funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Inflation Reduction...
Columbia Development Authority Board Discusses CEO Evaluation
Board members of the Columbia Development Authority have decided to bring lawyers in to help determine the best evaluation process of CEO Greg Smith.
During...
Oregonians Have Until Oct. 15 to Register for November Election
By Julia Shumway/Oregon Capital Chronicle
Time is running out to register to vote ahead of the Nov. 5 election.
Oregonians have until 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday,...
Chinook Fishing Extended Through Dec. 31 on the Columbia River
Fishery managers from Oregon and Washington extended Chinook retention on the mainstem Columbia River through the end of the year during a joint state...
Fish & Wildlife Asking for Public’s Help to Identify Poacher in NE Oregon
The Oregon State Police Fish & Wildlife Division is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspected poacher.
The individual was hunting in Northeast...
Residents of Boardman to Vote on Updating City Charter
Residents in Boardman will vote on a measure to update the city's charter during the upcoming general election on Nov. 5.
The question in Measure...
HPD Arrest Log
The following are recent arrests made by the Hermiston Police Department:
Sept. 27: Humberto Emanuel Matias Jeronimo, 22, was arrested near W. Hermiston Avenue and...
Umatilla Electric Achieves Significant Reduction in Carbon Emissions
Umatilla Electric Cooperative (UEC) announced today a major milestone in the utility’s sustainability efforts.
Thanks to strong collaboration with power supply partners, UEC’s carbon emissions...
Pendleton Fire Department Receives Grant for Life-Saving LUCAS Device
The Pendleton Fire & Ambulance Department is the recipient of a $28,879.91 grant from the Wildhorse Foundation.
The grant funding will allow the department to...
‘Land of Lights’ Festival Unites Hermiston’s Holiday Celebrations
A revamped and expanded holiday festival will illuminate the entire Hermiston community this December, transforming the town into a Land of Lights while building...
Firearms Stolen from Hermiston Store; $10,000 Reward Being Offered
A reward of $10,000 is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the Aug. 16 burglary of...
Chamber to Host Ribbon Cutting for Lucky Star Mobile Bar on Oct. 18
The Hermiston Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Lucky Star Mobile Bar on Friday, Oct. 18.
The event will be held at...
