Coast Guard hoists distressed teen from surf off Sunset Beach, Or

Published on 18 May 2013

The Coast Guard hoisted a person from the water just off Sunset Beach near Warrenton, Ore., Friday. Coast Guard Sector Columbia River received a call reporting a distressed teenaged female in the water off Sunset Beach at approximately 12:50 p.m.

AUDIO- May 21 Special Election Coverage: Port Commission

Published on 17 May 2013

Click "Read More" to access audio with Tom Freel interviewing Port Commission candidates Steve Fulton and Larry Pfund.

AUDIO-Candidate Interviews: Port Commission

Published on 17 May 2013

Tom Freel interviews Gil Gramson and Jim Campbell. Click "READ MORE" to listen

Washington Steps Up Penalty For Boating Drunk

Published on 17 May 2013

Washington's boating under the influence law becomes tougher under a law signed Thursday by Washington Gov. Jay Inslee.

Downtown Group Seeks Director

Published on 17 May 2013

The Astoria Downtown Historic District Association(ADHDA) is moving forward with a plan to hire an Executive Director. The grassroots business organization has been making do with minimal staff and depending on board members to do most of the legwork. The job is detailed on the ADHDA website and June 7 is the application deadline.

Parenting A State Focus Next Week

Published on 17 May 2013

Governor Kitzhaber has signed and returned a proclamation declaring May 19-25 as Oregon Parenting Education Week. Being a parent is the most important and rewarding job you will ever have, yet it comes with many challenges.

Drive up Voting Access Back For the Weekend

Published on 17 May 2013

The ballot drop-box in front of the Clatsop County Elections Division office at 820 Exchange St. in Astoria will be accessible by vehicle on Friday, Saturday and Sunday for voters wishing to drop off their ballots for the May 21 Special District Election.