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Siletz Fire Receives Grant For Department Restructure To Benefit Community
The Siletz Valley Fire District has secured just over $1 million in federal funding and finalized a key land deal with the City of Siletz, clearing the way for a new fire station annex, an eventual on-site ambulance, and a fully certified community evacuation shelter. Fire Chief Lapoff said the district has been working with Congresswoman Hoyle’s office and Senator Merkley’s office for almost two years to secure the funding. The district was awarded $1,015,000. The money will
Newport Police Assist Salem Police With Arson Arrest
On the evening of January 30, Salem Police officers responded to a report of attempted arson in the 5300 block of Landon Street SE. The investigation identified 32-year old Jacob Braun as the suspect, who attempted to ignite a paper bag containing gasoline on the front porch. When that failed, he poured the gasoline on the porch and walls and attempted to ignite it with a lighter but was unsuccessful. Crime Analysts from the Salem Police Department assisted in distributing a
Tracy Mix Announced As Mayor Of Toledo
At the February 4th Toledo City Council meeting council held a discussion on who should succeed Rod Cross as Mayor for the remainder of his term. Council President Mix was appointed the interim mayor until council could decide who amongst themselves would fill the term on a permanent basis. There was support for Tracy Mix to remain Mayor. During public comments her husband Johnathan Mix noted that she would do a good job as Mayor, but he did express some concern over the stre
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