Ex-Pendleton OSP Forensic Scientist Pleads Guilty
A former Oregon State Police forensic scientist who worked out of Pendleton and Bend pleaded guilty Monday in federal court to stealing drugs from...
Girl Scouts to Offer Tech Classes for Senior Citizens
Local Girl Scouts are offering technology and software classes for the area’s senior citizens.
The first class will be Saturday, Aug. 20 from 9 a.m....
Stanfield Teenager Dies from Crash Injuries
A Stanfield teenager died Monday from injuries suffered in a two-vehicle crash about 20 miles west of Walla Walla on Friday.
Raychel Campana, 17, of...
OP-ED: Time to Combat Mental Illness, Addiction
Across Oregon, I’ve talked with many families who are struggling with mental illness and drug addiction. These touch every segment of our communities, no...
Boardman to Collect Household Hazardous Waste
The city of Boardman is encouraging residents to safely dispose of any household hazardous waste during a free event in September.
From 8 to 11...
Deadline Looms for City's Youth Sports
The Hermiston Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting registration for its city youth volleyball league.
Parents can also register their children ages 3 to...
Richard Claims Farm-City All-Around Title
Rhen Richard claimed the All-Around title Saturday night during the Farm-City Pro Rodeo in Hermiston.
The Roosevelt, Utah cowboy took the title with his performances...
HPD Awaiting Test Results Before Filing Charges
The Hermiston Police Department is awaiting test results from a crime lab before pressing charges against the man alleged to have struck three Hermiston...
Boardman Council to Hold Workshop, Special Meeting
The Boardman City Council will hold a work session prior to a special city council meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 16.
During the work session, the...
Crowds Grow as County Fair Rolls On
The weather heated up Thursday but that didn't slow down the action during the third day of the Umatilla County Fair.
Despite temperatures in the...
Aerial Spraying to Combat West Nile Virus
The West Umatilla Mosquito Control District will be conducting targeted aerial mosquito control spraying with a twin engine airplane after sunset on Saturday, Aug....
2-Way Tie at Farm-City Saddle Bronc Riding
The Farm-City Pro Rodeo kicked off Wednesday evening in Hermiston with several cowboys posting solid scores in the rough stock events.
In the saddle bronc...
Strong Decade for Oregon Ag Commodities
While Oregon agriculture’s overall growth curve has slowed down in recent years, certain crops and livestock commodities have enjoyed a very healthy increase in...
A Closer Look at Tuesday at the Fair
Tuesday marked the official kick off of the 2016 Umatilla County Fair with carnival rides, livestock judging, entertainment and more.
Moderate temperatures and the occasional...
Wildhorse Foundation Announces Grant Recipients
The Wildhorse Foundation announced grant recipients for the second quarter of 2016. A total of $214,240 was awarded to 31 recipients, bringing the total...
Luisi Appointed to Fill School Board Vacancy
The Hermiston School Board appointed Bonnie Luisi on Monday to serve in Positon #5, due to the resignation of Maria Durón.
Luisi has been a...
Hermiston Council OKs Public Art Master Plan
The Hermiston City Council unanimously voted to approve a Public Art Master Plan for the city during Monday’s meeting.
The proposed plan, available for review...
Bears Could Be a Problem for John Day Residents
With the last year’s wildfires destroying natural food sources for wildlife, John Day residents are being encouraged to take steps to avoid conflicts with...
Hermiston Man Faces Theft, Burglary Charges
A Hermiston man faces several charges including theft and burglary in connection with a case in Adams.
On Thursday, Aug. 4, a resident who lives...
Elevated Lead Levels Found in Hermiston Schools
No Elevated Levels Found in Drinking Sources
A total of 19 sites at Hermiston schools have been found to have elevated levels of lead in...
