Public access to parts of Cape Disappointment State Park will be closed throughout the winter while construction of North Jetty continues, according to the Army Corps of Engineers. Hundreds of humongous rocks trucked through Warrenton during the summer are being used in the project. The Corps of Engineers, which is in charge, expected to reopen closed areas this month, leaving them open to the public until spring. Instead, North Jetty, North Jetty Road and nearby parking lots will remain closed (continued)
Every three days, an Oregon veteran takes his or her life. The rate is significantly higher than the state’s general suicide rate, according to the latest data from the Veterans Administration. Veterans represent only 8 percent of the population, but account for 16 percent of the suicides in Oregon. Veteran advocates across the state and nation are investing significant resources to address the issues believed to be risk factors for veteran suicide. Taking a hard look at the data helps (continued)
Three Astoria businesses won awards from Oregon Main Street’s annual Excellence in Downtown Revitalization. Mo’s Chowder, Good to Go and Gimre’s Shoes were recognized with dozens of other projects across the state. Awards were announced last month. Mo’s, a restaurant in downtown Astoria, won for Best Adaptive Reuse. The restaurant filled a large vacancy left when Englund Marine relocated out of downtown. The former warehouse now houses a restaurant seating 160 people and a chowde (continued)
Annual open enrollment for Medicare is under way and Oregon’s Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance Program is available to help. Medicare is health insurance for people 65 and older or younger than 65 with Social Security Disability Income. People living in Oregon who are 65 and older may be eligible to sign up and find health insurance that best meets their needs. Medicare covers many medical costs, including visits to the doctor, prescription medications, and preventive care such as (continued)
The city is in the process of tweaking policies governing events held in the city, water fees and rules, and sidewalks. There are no broad sweeping changes proposed, but some people may be affected by the rule-tightening. “This became a very hot topic because of problems we’ve uncovered,” Community Development Director Kevin Cronin told city commissioners when describing proposed changes to the group events policy. The current policy, which covers city parks, was adopted in 2012 and is (continued)
Northwest Community Alliance, a nonprofit group supporting those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, was recognized by Oregon Business magazine as one of the 2018 100 Best Nonprofits to Work for in Oregon. “It was like the Emmys and Oscars,” said Shantell Stevens, associate director. “No one knew who the top three were for each of the small, medium and large organizations, or where they were ranked and when they were announced, they were surprised and grateful and everyone (continued)
Four Clatsop County residents recently graduated from Pacific University in Forest Grove. Richard Hiebert of Astoria earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration, Chelsea Tumbarello of Astoria earned a master's degree in speech-language pathology, Mackenzie Walgren of Gearhart earned a bachelor’s degree in biology and Jordan Miller of Seaside earned a bachelor’s degree in applied theater and sociology. Miller also graduated magna cum laude. (continued)
Recently there was an ad published about all of Rick Newton's so called “failings” while in office. I want to tell you about the Rick Newton I know. I am Rick’s one and only biological daughter, although my dad had what we refer to in our family as “rent-a-kids” in the hundreds. This is because my dad always had and still has an open-door policy to help those who need it. Before my parents ended their marriage, they were in the process of adopting my older “sister.” When they (continued)
Residents are invited to a Community Day of Thanks from noon to 3 p.m. Thanksgiving Day at Warrenton Community Center, 170 S.W. Third St. It’s the eighth year the group Thankful Hearts has offered the free community Thanksgiving meal. “We have received so many positive comments from community members over the past seven years who are thankful we are here for them,” said Dianne Burkhart, who along with other family and friends has organized the event. “This year we will be work (continued)
Astoria Rescue Mission offers free Thanksgiving dinner to the community at 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 22, at the mission, 62 W. Bond St., Astoria. Menu includes turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, cornbread dressing, green bean casserole, candied yams, cranberry sauce, rolls, assorted salads and desserts. For those who’d like to donate, contact the mission at 503-325-6243 or send a check to P.O. Box 114, Astoria OR 97103. Most needed items are pies, turkey, potatoes, lettuce, onions, celery, eggs, (continued)
Northwest Senior and Disability Services presents a series of free classes on Medicare during open enrollment for the program. Astoria: 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 8, or 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 4, in the Coho Room, 2021 Marine Drive. Seaside: 1:30 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 13, Bob Chisholm Center, 1225 Ave. A. Registration is not required as walk-ins are welcome. For more information, call 503-861-4200. (continued)
Tickets go on sale Oct. 15 for the 44th season of the Little Ballet Theatre’s “Nutcracker.” “Nutcracker” includes a cast of 80 dancers, a 55-piece orchestra conducted by Cory Pedersen, and a 12-voice choir. The performance is suitable for all ages and takes the audience on a magical journey to 1840, at the Stahlbaum family holiday party. The mysterious Dr. Drosselmeyer brings a mechanical doll, a pair of tumbling harlequins, and a lovable dancing bear to entertain the elegantly (continued)
North Coast Symphonic Band returns to the Liberty Theatre for its 38th season in October. The community band, with Dave Becker as conductor and musical director, is a self-supporting nonprofit group with 50 volunteer musicians. The group provides two of its four annual concerts for free. The first concert of the season is at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 28. “Dances of Enchantment” will feature a collaboration between the North Coast Symphonic Band and 3 Leg Torso, a well-known ethnic folk band from (continued)
** Warrants Warrant service, 2:31 p.m. Oct. 31, 500 block South Roosevelt Drive, Seaside. Blaine Shannon Skodt David, 39, of Roseburg was arrested on a misdemeanor warrant from Clatsop County Circuit Court. **Thefts and burglaries Shoplifting, 5:26 p.m. Oct 28, Walmart. William Brian Stephens Jr., 26, of Astoria was cited for criminal third-degree theft and criminal mischief. ** Suspicious circumstances/disturbances Malicious mischief, noon Oct. 31, 1000 block Southeast Main Court. Rear window (continued)
** Thefts and burglaries Shoplifting, 12:53 p.m. Oct. 19, Rite Aid. Hannah L. Havranek, 27, no known address, was cited for criminal third-degree theft. Shoplifting, 9 p.m. Oct. 23, Rite Aid. Woman with two-colored hair (half pink) left store without paying for items. Subject could not be located. Shoplifting, 3:45 p.m. Oct. 25, Walmart. Frank William Seaman, 41, no known address, was cited for criminal third-degree theft. Shoplifting, 5 p.m. Oct. 26, Walmart. Tiffany Lynn MacPherson, 34, of (continued)