Siuslaw National Forest bans campfires outside developed campgrounds
The Siuslaw National Forest is implementing public-use restrictions beginning Monday due to unseasonable hot and dry weather, prohibiting campfires and other open fires outside of designated recreation sites and campgrounds. The restrictions cover campfires, charcoal or briquette fires, pellet fires and any other open fires on forest lands outside of…
Philomath Fire and Rescue knocks down barn fire
Philomath Fire and Rescue crews extinguished a barn fire on Bailey Street northeast town on Sunday afternoon, bringing the blaze under control in just over a half hour with no injuries reported. Dispatchers received the…
Philomath Police Log: Warrant arrests, dangerous dog, shoplifting
Philomath police activity for June 19-25, 2026, including warrant arrests, a preliminary death investigation and a juvenile shoplifting case involving vape pens and alcohol.
Fire and Rescue Calls: Firefighters knock down shed fire on North Eighth
Philomath Fire and Rescue’s weekly call log includes a shed fire on North Eighth Street stopped before spreading and a bark dust fire on Main Street.
OSP Log: Man trying to catch his dog killed on Highway 97
A rundown of recent highway fatalities from around the state as reported by Oregon State Police.
Toledo man who admits killing his wife backs out of plea deal Monday, wants to stand trial for murder
NEWPORT — There will be a trial for the shooting death last year of Toledo teacher Tasha Rodriguez-Anderson after her husband Monday rejected a manslaughter plea agreement he initially accepted. With a possible life sentence looming for Chris Anderson, 48,…
BCSO Log: Tool theft, strayed livestock, dogs on loose
Editor’s note: This report is based on information submitted by the Benton County Sheriff’s Office. All calls for service may not be included. The status of incidents might change after further investigation. Locations are approximate and may not be included…
Philomath Police Log: DUII arrests, hit-and-run, release agreement violations
Editor’s note: This report is based on information submitted by the Philomath Police Department. All calls for service may not be included. The status of incidents might change after further investigation. Locations are approximate and may not be included if…
Fire and Rescue Calls: Vehicle fire, head-on crash, burn pile
Editor’s note: This log is based on information submitted to the media by Philomath Fire and Rescue: FRIDAY, JUNE 12 • 8:03 a.m. — Firefighters responded to a fire alarm activation in the 200 block of South 16th Street. SATURDAY,…
OSP Log: Recent incidents include Albany driver arrested in fatal motorcycle crash
Editor’s note: This report is based on information submitted by the Oregon State Police. All crashes with fatalities may not be included. The status of incidents might change after further investigation. THURSDAY, JUNE 11 • 2:41 a.m. — Troopers responded…
BCSO Log: Felony warrant arrests, DUII crash, outbuilding fire
Editor’s note: This report is based on information submitted by the Benton County Sheriff’s Office. All calls for service may not be included. The status of incidents might change after further investigation. Locations are approximate and may not be included…
Philomath Police Log: Hit-and-run, fraud report, bus incident
Philomath Police Log covering June 5-11 with incidents including a hit-and-run, fraud report and disorderly conduct on public transit.
Fire and Rescue Calls: Motorcycle crash, outbuilding fire
Philomath Fire and Rescue’s weekly call log includes an outbuilding fire on Highway 99 under State Fire Marshal investigation and a motorcycle crash on Airport Avenue.
Justice system consultants to assess Benton County jail, facilities next week
Benton County will receive a no-cost expert assessment of its criminal justice and corrections systems next week with consultants scheduled to arrive June 16 for a three-day site visit funded through the National Institute of Corrections. Justice planner Alan Richardson…
OSP Log: Three highway fatalities in 2 days reported
Editor’s note: This report is based on information submitted by the Oregon State Police. All crashes with fatalities may not be included. The status of incidents might change after further investigation. THURSDAY, JUNE 4 • 9:15 a.m. — Troopers responded…
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