TRCI Reports Death of Inmate

A Two Rivers Correctional Institution (TRCI) inmate died unexpectedly late Saturday evening at a local hospital. As with all unanticipated deaths of state prison...

Tips for a Safe Holiday Season

Put safety under your tree this year and every year Pacific Power offers tips to keep everyone's holidays safe and bright When pulling the holiday decorations...

State Warns Against Unlicensed Payday Lenders

With the holiday spending season under way, the Oregon Division of Finance and Corporate Securities warns consumers about the dangers of unlicensed payday lenders. "While...
Festival of Trees Preview

Weekend Holiday Fun: 19th Annual Festival of Trees

From Duck Dynasty to Beaver Nation, the Hermiston Festival of Trees will put gifts and trimmings of all sorts on the holiday auction block...
Ag Production

Hermiston Farm Fair Set for Dec. 4-6

The 40th annual Hermiston Farm Fair will be Wednesday, Dec. 4, through Friday, Dec. 6 at the Hermiston Conference Center, 415 S. Highway 395. The...
Holiday Events

Holiday Happenings Herald Coming of Christmas

‘Tis the season for trimmings and trees, and Northeast Oregon will have its share of evergreen events: Hermiston Festival of Trees In Hermiston, the two-day Festival...
It's Just Dinner

Would You Rather Go to Court or Eat Dinner?

It’s just dinner – no biggie. The idea is simple, but the ramifications could be huge. A local partnership is adding another tool to the...
Hermiston Warming Station

Volunteer Shortage Closes Warming Station Tonight

Despite temperatures that are expected to drop well below freezing tonight, the Hermiston Warming Station will not be open. “I am sad to say that...
Dean Hacket Mission Agape

Hermiston Pastor Set to Release Fifth Book

Dean Hackett began his side career as an author rather reluctantly. In fact, he says he was “forced into” writing his first book. His literary...
Snow Forecast

Forecast Calls for Snow in Lower Columbia Basin

Got your snow tires and snow shovels ready? You might need them, according to the National Weather Service. A low-pressure system and cold front will...
CASA Volunteers

CASA Gives Voice to Children in Need

Court-Appointed Special Advocates Work on Behalf of Kids Removed From Home Few things are more important in the life of a child than having a...

Friday's Festival of Lights Parade Route Changed

The route for Friday’s Festival of Lights Parade has been changed due a shortage of available police officers. The new route begins at Newport Park...
HHS Video of Week

HHS Video of the Week: Childhood Aspirations

It used to be that little boys and little girls wanted to be firemen and nurses when they grew up. Things have changed. This...

City Partners with County on Building Codes

The Hermiston City Council approved an agreement with Umatilla County Monday night which is expected to improve service for people who build outside of...
HCC-11-25-13

Mayor Breaks Tie in Search Firm Vote

A small piece of history was made Monday night at Hermiston City Hall. The Hermiston City Council took up a vote to hire a firm...
Homeless Work Session

Council Examines Homelessness in Hermiston

Who are the homeless in Hermiston and what services are available to them? Those questions were discussed at length Monday night during the Hermiston City...

Altrusa Selects Scholarship Recipients

Altrusa International of Hermiston announced that Angelica Cole is the recipient of the Linda Gilleese Memorial Scholarship for $1,000. Cole is attending Washington State University.This...
Hermiston Public Library

Theater Group to Present 'A Christmas Carol' Dec. 6

A special presentation of A Christmas Carol will be held at the Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave., on Friday, Dec. 6 at...

Umatilla to Offer 'Day In the Life of a Student' Event

In February, anyone interested in re-living their middle school or high school experience will have the chance. As part of an effort to connect with...
Umatilla School Board

Umatilla Continues to Mull Drug-Testing Policy

The Umatilla School District continues to discuss implementing a student drug-testing policy but will meet with an attorney one more time before drafting a...