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Founding Editor of the Sherwood Sun. Former editor @YourOregonNews, @ThePortlandTrib, @PortlandBizTrib. Also seen in @ThisIsInsider, @USNews. Alumnx @UOsojc
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Ask the Editor: When did Sherwood’s newspaper change to The Sun?
SHERWOOD, Ore. — Hello readers, A reader at the Marjorie Stewart Senior Community Center recently asked me about when our newspaper became The Sun. The answer is, we are a new publication that I founded in October 2025 before selling to Active Media Publishing in January 2026 to fulfil the community’s need for an online and print publication covering local civics, education, community, business, and events. In short, we are not the Sherwood Gazette, which sadly no longer exists as of August 2024.
Obscure Traffic Laws: Do Drivers Have to Stop for Pedestrians at Unmarked Crosswalks?
NEWBERG, Ore. — Drivers in Oregon can be cited and fined up to $2,000 for failing to stop for a pedestrian. That’s the law, according to the Oregon Department of Transportation, but it’s not the only reason it’s important to stop for pedestrians crossing the street. In Oregon, every intersection — whether marked or unmarked — counts as a crosswalk, ODOT said. If a crosswalk is unmarked and there is a sidewalk or shoulder, the crosswalk is legally 20 feet wide across the roadway.
Obscure Traffic Laws: Why do Speed Limits Matter?
NEWBERG, Ore. — Slowing down can save drivers from costly damage to vehicles and roadways — not to mention save lives — according to the Oregon Department of Transportation. We send out a FREE weekly newsletter featuring the previous week’s biggest stories, upcoming events, and other local happenings. Our email newsletter is the first to know! Processing… Success! You're on the list. Whoops! There was an error and we couldn't process your subscription. Please reload the page and try again.
5 Places to Celebrate the New Year in Newberg
NEWBERG, Ore. — Where will you ring in the new year? There aren’t a ton, but we’ve compiled a small roundup of local, family-friendly, and 21-and-over events from our hyper-local calendar — whether you’re looking to keep kids busy while they’re out of school, entertain family visiting from out of town, or simply enjoy the holiday with friends or on your own. We send out a FREE weekly newsletter featuring the previous week’s biggest stories, upcoming events, and other local happenings.
The Allison’s New General Manager Brings Experience to Newberg’s Luxury Hotel
NEWBERG, Ore. — The region’s premier spa has new leadership as Tessa Peterson became the general manager of The Allison Inn & Spa on Nov. 3. We send out a FREE weekly newsletter featuring the previous week’s biggest stories, upcoming events, and other local happenings. Our email newsletter is the first to know! Processing… Success! You're on the list. Whoops! There was an error and we couldn't process your subscription. Please reload the page and try again.
Newberg City Council Recap | Dec. 15, 2025
NEWBERG, Ore. — The Newberg City Council met Dec. 15 for its regularly scheduled meeting to fill vacancies on several commissions, approve a library bathroom remodel, and update departmental customer service standards. We send out a FREE weekly newsletter featuring the previous week’s biggest stories, upcoming events, and other local happenings. Our email newsletter is the first to know! Processing… Success! You're on the list. Whoops! There was an error and we couldn't process your subscription.
10 Christmas-y Things to do This Week in Newberg
NEWBERG, Ore. — Where will you sparkle during the most wonderful time of the year? We’ve pulled together local, family-friendly Christmas-y events in Newberg and Dundee from our calendar — whether you’ve got family in town to entertain, kids out of school to keep busy, or just want to enjoy the season on your own or with friends. We send out a FREE weekly newsletter featuring the previous week’s biggest stories, upcoming events, and other local happenings.
‘The Community is Wild About Trails’: Takeaways from the CPRD Public Survey
NEWBERG, Ore. — The results are in from the 2025 community input survey conducted by the Chehalem Park and Recreation District, which will help guide where the district invests future resources. We send out a FREE weekly newsletter featuring the previous week’s biggest stories, upcoming events, and other local happenings. Our email newsletter is the first to know! Processing… Success! You're on the list. Whoops! There was an error and we couldn't process your subscription.
Newberg-Dundee School District Board Meeting Recap | Dec. 9, 2025
NEWBERG, Ore. — The Newberg-Dundee School Board met Tuesday, Dec. 9, for its regularly scheduled meeting. Board members presented a statement in English and Spanish, with the help of a translator, addressing student safety and students’ rights to attend school without fear. We send out a FREE weekly newsletter featuring the previous week’s biggest stories, upcoming events, and other local happenings. Our email newsletter is the first to know! Processing… Success! You're on the list.
Chehalem Parks and Rec Dissolves Pickleball Citizens Advisory Committee
NEWBERG, Ore. — Changes are coming to Chehalem’s pickleball committee. The Chehalem Park and Recreation District board discussed updates to the Pickleball Citizens Advisory Committee at its regular meeting Thursday, Dec. 4. We send out a FREE weekly newsletter featuring the previous week’s biggest stories, upcoming events, and other local happenings. Our email newsletter is the first to know! Processing… Success! You're on the list. Whoops! There was an error and we couldn't process your subscription.
Newberg-Dundee Students ‘Do Okay’ on State Testing Scores
NEWBERG, Ore. — The Newberg-Dundee School District reviewed state testing scores and trends across its student population this year — from elementary through high school juniors — including students with differing ability levels and historically underserved backgrounds. We send out a FREE weekly newsletter featuring the previous week’s biggest stories, upcoming events, and other local happenings. Our email newsletter is the first to know! Processing… Success! You're on the list.
Dundee Elementary School Building Property Sells for $4.25 Million
DUNDEE, Ore. — The former Dundee Elementary School property officially has a new owner. On Nov. 18, the Newberg-Dundee School District board voted to sell the district-owned property at 140 S.W. Fifth St. in Dundee to Cascadia Development Partners for $4.25 million. The offer includes a $200,000 down payment and a 12-month closing timeline. We send out a FREE weekly newsletter featuring the previous week’s biggest stories, upcoming events, and other local happenings.
Newberg Guide to Shopping Local for the Holiday Season
NEWBERG, Ore. — If you’re shopping for holiday gifts — or for yourself — on Black Friday, remember to support local organizations and keep your money circulating in Newberg’s economy on Small Business Saturday. We send out a FREE weekly newsletter featuring the previous week’s biggest stories, upcoming events, and other local happenings. Our email newsletter is the first to know! Processing… Success! You're on the list. Whoops! There was an error and we couldn't process your subscription.
Sue’s Closet Lends Medical Equipment for Free
NEWBERG, Ore. — A medical diagnosis or major medical event can be life-changing not only for the patient but for the patient’s family and friends. The emotional cost is high enough, but the physical and financial cost can be crushing and generational. We send out a FREE weekly newsletter featuring the previous week’s biggest stories, upcoming events, and other local happenings. Our email newsletter is the first to know! Processing… Success! You're on the list.
GFU Interior Design Students Take On Real-World Rebuilds after Eaton Fire
NEWBERG, Ore. — Local college students are helping neighboring California communities after a devastating January fire. We send out a FREE weekly newsletter featuring the previous week’s biggest stories, upcoming events, and other local happenings. Our email newsletter is the first to know! Processing… Success! You're on the list. Whoops! There was an error and we couldn't process your subscription. Please reload the page and try again.
Sole Revival: Top Shelf Shoe Repair Brings Back a Needed Service to Tigard
Top Shelf Shoe Repair owner/operator Bryan Berkey poses for a photo with his mentor, Donny Meyers, formerly of New Shoes on Main Street in Downtown Tigard. Jules Rogers/Tigard life A new shoe repair shop is opening in Tigard following the closure of New Shoes Shoe Repair on Main Street due to COVID — but not by the same cobbler.
Newberg goes ‘Footloose’, Potentially Repealing Outdated Dancing Regulation
NEWBERG, Ore. — Newberg may soon strike down an outdated law requiring minors to be supervised while dancing in public—a rule that hasn’t been enforced in decades. We send out a FREE weekly newsletter featuring the previous week’s biggest stories, upcoming events, and other local happenings. Our email newsletter is the first to know! Processing… Success! You're on the list. Whoops! There was an error and we couldn't process your subscription. Please reload the page and try again.
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Our Oregon media group has grown! Two of the state’s largest media groups joined to form Oregon’s largest collective newsroom, with publications in the Portland-metro area, Astoria, Seaside, Bend, Redmond, Medford, Pendleton, John Day, Madras Prineville, Enterprise and Baker City.
Readers Respond: Oregon Health Plan changes are ‘inhumane, terrifying, potential disaster’ - Your Oregon News
Published 2:06 pm Thursday, June 12, 2025 Your Oregon News asked readers where they stand on proposed changes to the Oregon Health Plan, or Medicaid. About 67% of 78 respondents said they or someone they know currently receive benefits from the Oregon Health Plan. About 23% said no, and 11% said they do not know. The proposed bill includes work or community service requirements for Medicaid eligibility. About 48% of readers said they strongly support this; 30% said they strongly oppose it.
Readers Respond: Oregon Health Plan changes are ‘inhumane, terrifying, potential disaster’ - East Oregonian
Published 2:06 pm Thursday, June 12, 2025 Your Oregon News asked readers where they stand on proposed changes to the Oregon Health Plan, or Medicaid. About 67% of 78 respondents said they or someone they know currently receive benefits from the Oregon Health Plan. About 23% said no, and 11% said they do not know. The proposed bill includes work or community service requirements for Medicaid eligibility. About 48% of readers said they strongly support this; 30% said they strongly oppose it.
Survey: Are you concerned about impacts to the Oregon Health Plan by federal funding cuts? - The Astorian
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Published 8:09 am Wednesday, May 14, 2025 After Memorial Day, Wilsonville residents who rely on Southwest Ridder Road may need to find an alternative route for an extended period of time. The portion of Ridder Road between Southwest 95th Avenue and Southwest Peter Road is expected to close on Tuesday, May 27 until this fall to allow for water pipeline installation, according to an email from the Willamette Water Supply program.
Beaverton Pharmacy, other independent pharmacies, struggle to keep afloat - Business Tribune
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Portions of Elwert, Kruger roads closed May 16-17 for final Sherwood pedestrian bridge span installation - Business Tribune
Published 8:12 am Monday, May 12, 2025 Both portions of Elwert and Kruger roads will be closed from 9 p.m. Friday, May 16, through 9 p.m. Saturday, May 17, to install the final two bridge spans needed to complete Sherwood’s pedestrian bridge. “Crews will install an inverted bridge span over the greenspace between Elwert Road and Kruger Road and a bridge span over Kruger Road itself,” said a statement from the city of Sherwood.
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Published 8:07 am Monday, May 12, 2025 Tucked into the industrial zone along Highway 99E on the outskirts of Woodburn, a small but growing food cart lot is adding new flavors to the local dining scene. The Lot-Highway 99, a food cart hub on Industrial Avenue, is home to 10 carts offering everything from Thai noodles to Oaxacan caldos to Hot Cheeto-covered snacks.
Salt & Straw ice cream holds grand opening at new Bridgeport location
Salt & Straw ice cream, the iconic flavorful dessert shop run by cousin team Kim and Tyler Malek, held a grand opening for its newest location Thursday, May 8. The newest shop is located at 7367 S.W. Bridgeport Road in Tigard. It marks the 43rd location for the Oregon brand, which has seven Oregon locations as well as shops in New York, California, Florida, Disney and Nevada.
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Salt & Straw ice cream holds grand opening at new Bridgeport location
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