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Drizzle does not dampen Hermiston Melon Fest
HERMISTON — A steady morning rain couldn’t keep Hermiston from celebrating its favorite summer treat.
Despite the wet weather, the 2025 Hermiston Melon Fest on...
Free mattress recycling event planned for Umatilla County
HERMISTON, Ore.-A free mattress recycling collection event is scheduled for August 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Umatilla County Fair Office.
Umatilla...
Nonprofit Spotlight: Horizon Project
Each month, Northeast Oregon Now highlights a nonprofit in the greater Hermiston area with its Nonprofit Spotlight. Know of a nonprofit doing good in...
Drone technology could help fight wildfires in Oregon
SALEM, Ore.-Drones could soon join the fight against wildfires in Oregon.
The Oregon Department of Aviation (ODAV) announced a Memorandum of Understanding with Yamaha Motor...
Pendleton PD investigating armed robbery, assault
PENDLETON, Ore.-Pendleton Police continue to investigate an armed robbery and assault that took place on the morning of August 13.
Police responded to reports of...
Logan Grieb promoted to Regulatory Compliance Specialist position with UEC
HERMISTON, Ore.-Logan Grieb has been promoted to the role of Regulatory Compliance Specialist with Umatilla Electric Cooperative (UEC).
“During his time at UEC, Logan has...
Drought emergency declared in Morrow County
SALEM, Ore.-A drought has been declared in three Oregon Counties, including Morrow in the Northeast part of the state.
Governor Tina Kotek issued Executive Order...
Free pheasant hunts planned for Oregon’s youth hunters in September
SALEM, Ore.-The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) is hosting free pheasant hunting events for youth hunters across the state, including Eastern Oregon,...
Hermiston’s Melon Fest set for August 16
HERMISTON, Ore.-Melon Fest, a summer celebration of Hermiston’s world-famous watermelons, is set for the downtown area on August 16.
“Whether you’re dressed like a melon...
Gov. Kotek proposes transportation funding plan
SALEM, Ore.-Governor Tina Kotek has released details of a proposed transportation funding plan for lawmakers to consider during the Special Session set to start...
Stabbing on bus near Boardman leaves two injured, one seriously
BOARDMAN, Ore.-More details are emerging after a stabbing aboard an MTR Western Bus near Boardman on the afternoon of August 4, that sent two...
Good Shepherd Health Care System offering free sports physicals Aug. 4-5
Good Shepherd Health Care System is providing free sports physicals for kids in grades 6-12 next Monday and Tuesday, Aug. 4-5 in the Hermiston...
Greater Hermiston Community Foundation grants to help fund community projects
HERMISTON, Ore.-The Greater Hermiston Community Foundation (GHCF) has awarded a total of $30,000 to four organizations to be used on community projects in 2025.
The...
National Night Out events planned August 5 in Hermiston, Umatilla
HERMISTON, Ore.-National Night Out community events are planned for August 5 in Hermiston and Umatilla.
“The intent behind National Night Out is to provide a...
UEC announces two internal promotions in Engineering Department
HERMISTON, Ore.-Chad Campfield and Ryan Young have been promoted to leadership positions within Umatilla Electric Cooperative’s (UEC) Engineering Department.
The internal promotions of Campfield to...
BMLL Juniors Softball slugs their way to second place at West Regionals
HEPPNER, Ore.-The Blue Mountain Little League Juniors Softball team recently finished second in the 2025 West Region Junior Girls Softball Tournament in Tucson, Arizona.
Coached...
Late July’s gas prices are relatively cool, even as temperatures remain warm.
Most states, including Oregon, are seeing fairly stable prices at the pumps. Crude oil prices remaining below $70 per barrel have helped prevent major...
Hermiston PD arrest log
The following are recent arrests made by the Hermiston Police Department:
July 4: Sierra M. Wright, 24, was arrested on the 1200 block of W....
Hermiston’s City Charter Review Committee looking for members
HERMISTON, Ore.-Civic-minded residents are encouraged to join the City of Hermiston’s Charter Review Committee.
The Hermiston City Council approved Resolution 2382, establishing a Charter Review...
Eastern Oregon track and field athletes shine at National Junior Olympics
HERMISTON, Ore.-Several track and field athletes from Northeastern Oregon competed in the National Junior Olympic Track and Field Championships July 21-27 in Savannah, Georgia.
Seven...
