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Police arrest 18-year-old for shooting man in Stanfield
2+ hour, 57+ min ago (294+ words) Published 8: 00 am Saturday, June 13, 2026 By Phil Wright I East Oregonian STANFIELD " The Stanfield Police Department arrested an 18-year-old Hermiston man Friday, June 12, for attempted murder and other counts for the shooting of a man in Stanfield. Stanfield Police Chief Bryon…...
SAGE Center invites public to first annual open house on June 25
2+ hour, 57+ min ago (302+ words) Published 8: 00 am Saturday, June 13, 2026 BOARDMAN " The SAGE Center and Event Center will hold its first annual open house on Thursday, June 25, 5-8 p. m. This free event will offer visitors the chance to explore the museum, experience hands-on activities, connect with local organizations,…...
Echo mayor recall supporter says trust, transparency were issues
13+ hour, 57+ min ago (826+ words) Published 9: 00 pm Friday, June 12, 2026 By Michael Kane | Hermiston Herald ECHO " A supporter of the petition to recall Echo Mayor Chad Ray said the issue behind the effort was transparency and trust in city leadership. "Many residents felt they were not…...
Oregon congresswoman pushes for protections for immigrant children facing detention
18+ hour, 30+ min ago (307+ words) Published 4: 27 pm Friday, June 12, 2026 The Oregon congresswoman who successfully spearheaded the release of several children from federal custody is pushing for more regulations to protect immigrant children from detention. U. S. Rep. Maxine Dexter, a Portland pediatrician representing Oregon's 3rd Congressional District, introduced…...
Indian Lake reels in 40th annual Fish Derby
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (195+ words) East Oregonian Indian Lake reels in 40th annual Fish Derby Published 7: 00 am Friday, June 12, 2026 PILOT ROCK " It's time to cast a line for the 40th annual Fish Derby at Indian Lake Campground. On-site preregistration and a ribbon-cutting by the Pendleton Chamber of…...
Tower Road bridge in Boardman to close beginning June 15
20+ hour, 15+ min ago (105+ words) Published 2: 00 pm Friday, June 12, 2026 BOARDMAN " The Tower Road bridge at Exit 159 on Interstate 84 in Boardman will close in both directions for four weeks beginning Monday, June 15. Only the Tower Road bridge will close. All ramps at Exit 159 and Tower Road…...
Morrow County vibes with musical Mondays at marina parks
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (140+ words) Published 7: 30 am Friday, June 12, 2026 MORROW COUNTY " Music in the Parks cranks up for the 2026 season with Zac Grooms and Paulette Dufloth on Monday, June 15, at 7 p. m. at Boardman Marina Park, 1 NE Marine Drive. The free concert series continues each week, alternating…...
Shady Cove woman faces reckless endangering counts in Morrow County
21+ hour, 57+ min ago (192+ words) Published 1: 00 pm Friday, June 12, 2026 MORROW COUNTY " The Morrow County District Attorney's Office alleged a Shady Cove woman the night of June 6 on Interstate 84 near Irrigon tried to take control of the steering wheel of the SUV she was riding in....
Forest Service seeks applicants for advisory committee
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (193+ words) East Oregonian Forest Service seeks applicants for advisory committee Published 9: 35 am Friday, June 12, 2026 The Malheur, Umatilla and Wallowa-Whitman national forests are taking applications for 15 people to serve on an advisory committee that serves as a liaison between the forests and…...
Oregon health officials issue tougher air quality guidance for youth sports, outdoor activities
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (248+ words) Published 6: 20 am Friday, June 12, 2026 Oregon kids and teens participating in outdoor activities need to protect themselves from air pollution that is more harmful than scientists previously understood, according to new state guidance. The Oregon Health Authority released new guidelines this…...