Letters to the Editor
Nov. 3 Letter to the Editor
published: 11/6/2012 1:53:07 PM
To the editor: I was dismayed to read the letter from my friend John Lyda this week. In his view one candidate “believes in Jesus Christ” and the other “does not honor Jesus Christ.
Nov.. 17 Letters to the Editor
published: 11/16/2012 1:00:31 PM
To the editor:
At the meeting Tuesday of the Newberg Traffic Safety Commission the commission voted to retain on-street parking on both sides of Meridian Street north of the railroad tracks near Fulton Street.
Nov. 21 Letters to the Editor
published: 11/20/2012 1:55:54 PM
To the editor:
Amazing! About a month after we read of someone using a shotgun to kill a neighbor’s dog who was running loose and attacking their animal, we read a column by reporter Tyler Francke.
Nov. 24 Letters to the Editor
published: 11/23/2012 11:54:59 AM
To the editor:
What an amazing community we live in! The generosity and can-do attitude that abounds here in Newberg and the surrounding areas has just been demonstrated by this year’s Ignite the Light event.
Guest Opinion
Nov. 24 guest opinion: Let the country jump off the ‘fiscal cliff’
published: 11/23/2012 11:53:30 AM
Yikes, we’re headed toward a fiscal cliff! It will crush the economy! Or so the media and politicians tell us.
The “cliff” is a series of tax increases and budget cuts that automatically go into effect Jan.
Nov. 28 guest opinion: Why has non-teaching staff soared in Oregon public schools?
published: 11/27/2012 11:37:05 AM
Associate editor of The Oregonian Susan Nielsen says that Gov. John Kitzhaber and the Legislature face a parent rebellion if they don’t figure out how to reduce class sizes pronto.
Dec. 1 guest opinion: Lord help us -- Bosses going berserk in corporate America
published: 11/30/2012 3:25:38 PM
The sky is falling! The end times are upon us! It’s all over for America! And it’s all because of you execrable voters. This is the wretched wail of a few corporate chieftains who claim to be somewhere between flummoxed and furious that Barack Obama is back in the White House.
Dec. 1 guest opinion: Words of wisdom: Never eat at any place called ‘Mom’s’
published: 11/30/2012 3:27:54 PM
Nelson Algren, the great Chicago writer, provided American males with three timeless rules for life:Never play cards with a man named “Doc.
Nov. 21 guest opinion: Is the United States a country of Puritans?
published: 11/20/2012 1:54:25 PM
With Thanksgiving fast approaching, it is time to talk about Puritans — but not the crew who fled England for the New World and established the Massachusetts Bay Colony back in the 17th century.
Republicans may be changing direction on immigration
published: 11/16/2012 1:05:53 PM
“Those are my principles. If you don’t like them I have others.”
— Groucho Marx
Apparently Groucho has been elected chairman of the Republican National Committee.
Nov. 14 guest opinion: Suffering from the classic November post-election hangover
published: 11/13/2012 11:22:22 AM
The next morning after an Election Day defeat, there is no place I know more empty than the headquarters of the losing candidate.
Long gone are the bunting, balloons, the band, the open bar — and the hopes — of the night before.
Nov. 3 guest opinion: The corporate mad dogs of Citizens United revealed
published: 11/2/2012 2:41:50 PM
As feared, our people’s democratic authority has been dogged nearly to death by the hounds of money in this election go ’round, thanks to the Supreme Court’s reckless decree in the now infamous Citizens United case.
Nov. 7 guest opinion: Like moths to a flame or the proper use of public funds?
published: 11/6/2012 2:21:11 PM
Recently, The Oregonian newspaper published a feature story about the Portland Seed Fund. This is a two-year-old public-private venture capital fund designed to help start-up companies.
Hatred of marijuana users creates innocent victims
published: 11/9/2012 3:22:57 PM
“You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength. The second is this: You shall love your neighbor as yourself.
Editorials
Nov. 7 editorial: Has civility returned to politics in Oregon?
published: 11/6/2012 2:19:16 PM
Any general election that includes candidates for president could be considered unique, but Election 2012, at least when it comes to local and regional races, was also unique for another reason: simple civility.
Nov. 3 editorial: Thumbs up for a week gone by
published: 11/2/2012 2:39:34 PM
— Kudos to the Chehalem Park and Recreation District for its recent work at the Chehalem Aquatic Center. Upgrades to the lighting in the pool area and the addition of a new recreation area outside the building are welcome, but our sincere hope is that they are only starting points for renovating the aging facility.
Nov. 10 editorial: Celebrate the true meaning of Thanksgiving
published: 11/9/2012 3:21:06 PM
We are less than two weeks away from Thanksgiving and we wanted to take the opportunity to encourage our readers to make this year a memorable one for reasons besides stuffing their faces with turkey and pie, then crashing to the couch in a semicomatose stupor to watch football.
Nov. 14 editorial: Way to go voters! Way to participate in democracy
published: 11/13/2012 11:20:37 AM
Maybe it takes a contentious presidential election to bring out the vote, but for whatever reason, Yamhill County voters cast ballots in droves this election season.
Nov. 17 editorial: Dundee will move on without ‘The Purple House’
published: 11/16/2012 12:57:20 PM
Although they stopped short of uncorking an Argyle Winery bottle of sparkling wine when the walls came down, people in Dundee government and residents in general seemed to breathe a sigh of relief when the infamous purple house was razed Thursday morning.
Dec. 1 editorial: Commissioners should vote yes on UGB
published: 11/30/2012 3:22:21 PM
There are many complaints heard about the actions of 1000 Friends in our county, specifically its local branch, Friends of Yamhill County.
Nov. 28 editorial: Start a new Christmas tradition this year
published: 11/27/2012 11:34:47 AM
Now that Thanksgiving is over and we’re headed toward Christmas, we’d like to encourage people to get caught up in giving in a way they may not be accustomed to: beyond the family and from the heart more than the pocketbook.
Nov. 21 editorial: School rating system fails some students
published: 11/20/2012 1:52:29 PM
There’s something broken in the state education system.
As it stands, schools with large at-risk and non-native speaker populations are evaluated the same as those from schools in affluent neighborhoods with mostly English speakers.
Nov. 24 editorial: Thumbs up for a week gone by
published: 11/23/2012 11:51:34 AM
— Our hats are off to Judith Raye Smith, a local artist who has donated more than $600 of her custom-made T-shirts to kids left suffering in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.
Births
Nov. 7 birth notices
published: 11/6/2012 2:28:00 PM
A baby born recently at Providence Newberg Medical Center is:
Joshua Dean Johnson, 8 pounds 12 ounces, Oct. 25, 2012, to Christy and Brent Johnson of Newberg.
Anniversaries
Nov. 28 anniversary notices
published: 11/27/2012 12:09:19 PM
Schmoe
Former Newberg residents Merl and Marjorie Schmoe, of Filer, Idaho, recently celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary in nearby Twin Falls with a party given by their children.
Sports News
George Fox seeking first lacrosse coach for a second time
published: 11/23/2012 12:34:33 PM
George Fox won’t begin competition in women’s lacrosse until the spring of 2014, yet the Bruins are searching for a head coach for the second time.
Tigers will emphasize team-first basketball
published: 11/23/2012 12:37:31 PM
The biggest breakthrough first-year head coach Dave Brown has seen with his team didn’t occur on the court, but in Washington Park in Portland.
Watchmen must ‘earn their spot’ in the Casco
published: 11/23/2012 12:39:44 PM
Replacing a long-time coach on a team returning just one starter, first-year C.S. Lewis Academy head coach Vince Swaggerty was handed what some would view as a tough task this winter.
No. 2-ranked Bruins upended in season opener
published: 11/23/2012 12:41:04 PM
REDLANDS, Calif. — With All-American center Hannah Munger still recovering from offseason knee surgery, George Fox head coach Michael Meek knew there would be bumps in the road for his young team, but it’s likely few saw this coming.
Bucks return to state championship game with lopsided win
published: 11/24/2012 10:35:14 PM
SALEM — The St. Paul Buckaroos are one step closer to a state championship in football, thanks primarily to the team’s stellar offense.
In Saturday’s Class 1A semifinal playoff matchup against the Lowell Devils, the St.
Pair step down from coaching at GFU
published: 11/27/2012 1:50:07 PM
George Fox University athletic director Craig Taylor has two vacancies to fill after men’s golf head coach Matt Beck and women’s soccer top man Andy Hetherington both stepped away from their respecting programs Monday.
Former Tiger excelling in the pool at M.I.T.
published: 11/27/2012 1:54:44 PM
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Following in the footsteps of 2010 Newberg graduate Craig Cheney, Massachusetts Institute of Technology freshman Kale Rogers was named this month Northern Division Rookie of the Year by the College Water Polo Association.
Watchmen shorthanded, looking to slow things down
published: 11/27/2012 1:58:07 PM
With just seven players on its roster, controlling the tempo will be key to any success C.S. Lewis Academy has in head coach Jeremy Friedrich’s first season.
Bruins earn their first win of season
published: 11/27/2012 2:02:08 PM
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — George Fox went cold down the stretch to drop its second consecutive game 56-46 to Chapman in the opening game of the Posada Royale Thanksgiving Classic on Friday, but blitzed host Cal Lutheran 75-44 on Saturday to notch its first victory.
Hopes are high for Bucks' this season
published: 11/29/2012 4:39:40 PM
ST. PAUL — Mike Murphy enters his 14th year — second of his latest stint — at the helm of the St. Paul girls basketball program with a team loaded with talent.
St. Paul rebounds with playoff win
published: 11/5/2012 8:52:28 AM
ST. PAUL — Eager to get back on the court following its 3-1 loss to rival Perrydale in the district championship four days earlier, St.
NHS aces its final test before state tourney
published: 11/5/2012 8:53:30 AM
Newberg overcame a bit of a celebratory hangover on senior night, easily handling West Albany 14-6 in its final tune-up for the state tournament, which begins Saturday in Corvallis.
Bruin women capture the Northwest Conference Fall Classic tourney
published: 11/5/2012 8:54:46 AM
RIDGEFIELD, Wash. — No. 5 George Fox wrapped up a strong fall campaign by dominating the rest of the league at the Northwest Conference Fall Classic Oct.
Newberg advances to state playoffs
published: 11/5/2012 8:55:57 AM
Newberg booked its second trip to the state playoffs in three years by beating Centennial 2-1 in dramatic fashion in a 6A play-in game Tuesday at Loran Douglas Field.
Tigers bounced from playoffs in penalty-kick marathon
published: 11/5/2012 8:57:06 AM
ROSEBURG — Newberg’s turnaround season wasn’t supposed to end this way.
Under first-year head coach M.J. Tate, the Tigers were supposed to at least give one of the state’s top teams a run for its money, if not pull off an upset or two, in the early stages of the 6A state tournament.
Trio of Bruins named second-team All-Northwest Conference
published: 11/12/2012 8:22:31 AM
As top performers for George Fox this fall, Tiffany Burk, Corin Beaudry and Luke Hammer have been tabbed as second team All-Northwest Conference performers by conference coaches.
Watchmen make a last-minute change
published: 11/12/2012 8:27:40 AM
Jeremy Friedrich recently saw his high school coaching career take a big step forward, which was a shocking development for the Newberg firefighter considering he’s never coached a high school game.
All-league honors a family affair for many
published: 11/12/2012 8:31:49 AM
With the high school schedule winding down into the playoffs, dozens of local student athletes have received all-league honors, but several area families in particular have extra reason to celebrate.
Familiar faces hired to fill two NHS coaching spots
published: 11/12/2012 8:42:23 AM
Although the faces in Newberg’s dugouts this spring will be familiar, the Tigers will feature new leadership in both baseball and softball after head coaches Scott Klug and Kelly Halstead stepped down following the 2012 school year.
Tigers prepared for the next challenge
published: 11/6/2012 4:02:44 PM
CORVALLIS — Propelled by strong starts, Newberg coasted to wins over Beaverton and South Eugene Saturday at the Osborne Aquatic Center to earn a spot in Friday’s state semifinals.
Bruins split to close out the 2012 season
published: 11/6/2012 4:06:04 PM
The George Fox women’s soccer team had some positives to take away from its final weekend of the season, in which it earned a split by besting Lewis & Clark 1-0 at home Friday before dropping a 2-0 decision to Pacific Lutheran Saturday at the Austin Sports Complex.
David Douglas bests Newberg 44-21
published: 11/6/2012 4:11:44 PM
PORTLAND — Sputtering in the second half while David Douglas revved up, Newberg saw its season end in a 6A play-in game for the third consecutive season as the Scots pulled away for a 44-21 victory Friday night.
St. Paul will return to state
published: 11/6/2012 4:13:06 PM
FOSSIL — Looking more like the energetic group that started the season 17-1, St. Paul edged out Condon-Wheeler 3-2 on the road Saturday in a 1A second-round playoff game.
Tigers run to 10th at state
published: 11/6/2012 4:16:14 PM
EUGENE — Making an already memorable debut season as a cross-country runner even more impressive, senior Erin Sanders turned in a historic performance to lead the Newberg girl’s cross-country team to 10th place at the state finals Saturday at Lane Community College.
Nov. 8 sports briefs
published: 11/8/2012 11:19:51 AM
GFU to host basketball clinic
George Fox University will host its Bruin Basketball Academy for players in grades 5-12 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.
Cheer team set for state title run
published: 11/16/2012 2:39:17 PM
SPRINGFIELD — Newberg has placed second at the 6A state championships each of the past four years and despite losing several members from the squad, the Tigers appear poised for another run at the program’s first state title.
Tigers’ lineup appears strong from top to bottom
published: 11/16/2012 2:41:33 PM
The 2012-2013 season promises to present mixed emotions for Newberg head coach Neil Russo now that his son, Peter, has graduated.
Russo got an odd feeling he just couldn’t place on the first day of practice Monday, and it wasn’t because of the renovations to the Tigers’ practice facility, which are ongoing.
It’s playoffs or bust for GFU men’s team
published: 11/16/2012 2:47:16 PM
After contending for a spot in the Northwest Conference playoffs up until the final weekend of the season a year ago, nothing less than a playoff berth will satisfy George Fox this winter.
Last season will be a tough act to follow
published: 11/16/2012 2:50:09 PM
Despite an appearance in last year’s national championship game and a No. 2 preseason ranking, George Fox is facing a lot of questions heading into head coach Michael Meek’s third season.
Tigers prepared to make a big splash on the state scene
published: 11/20/2012 2:00:19 PM
Spirits are a bit brighter this year at the Chehalem Aquatic Center, but it’s not because new lights were installed in the pool area.
Rather, Newberg is both confident and hungry as it prepares for another high school season.
GFU sees a good start spoiled
published: 11/20/2012 2:03:56 PM
George Fox took one step forward in beating visiting Colorado College 63-58 to open the season Friday, only to take two steps back after suffering losses to California-Santa Cruz Saturday and Portland Bible College Monday.
St. Paul keeping its eye on the prize
published: 11/20/2012 2:08:12 PM
Although rain and a muddy field made for tenuous footing at best, St. Paul was crisp from start to finish in pushing Triad aside 66-18 Saturday afternoon in a 1A state quarterfinal game at the rodeo grounds.
GFU turns in strong finish at regionals
published: 11/13/2012 1:56:16 PM
INDEPENDENCE — With 10 different runners recording personal-best times, the NCAA Division III West Regional was a bit of a coming-out party for many of George Fox’s younger runners as the Bruins placed 12th in the men’s race and 15th in the women’s event.
Surging Bucks take third in 1A state championships
published: 11/13/2012 2:00:50 PM
REDMOND — There’s nothing like saving your best for last.
That was certainly true for St. Paul in 2012, which swooned over the final weeks of the regular season, but collected itself for a deep playoff run, culminating with a third-place showing at the 1A state tournament Friday and Saturday at Ridgeview High School.
St. Paul buries Powder Valley 66-20 in first round of playoffs
published: 11/13/2012 2:03:55 PM
ST. PAUL — For reasons unknown to St. Paul head coach Tony Smith, the Bucks have not performed crisply in first-round state playoff games the past five or so years.
Boys reach title game but fall to Southridge
published: 11/13/2012 2:11:14 PM
BEAVERTON — In a way, the 6A state championship game was a day too late for Newberg this year.
Having dropped its last two regular-season matchups with Lincoln, the perennial powerhouse program found itself in unfamiliar territory as the underdog heading into Friday’s state semifinal.
Tigers reclaim their spot at the top
published: 11/13/2012 2:13:52 PM
BEAVERTON — Like most high schools, Newberg hangs banners in its gymnasium honoring its sports teams that have won state championships.
The girls water polo team has 17 titles on its banners, but for the past three years, senior Cassie Beecher has kept her eye on an empty spot on the last row next to the “2009” that denotes Newberg’s last championship.
Sports
Familiar faces hired to fill two NHS coaching spots
published: 11/9/2012 3:13:29 PM
Although the faces in Newberg’s dugouts this spring will be familiar, the Tigers will feature new leadership in both baseball and softball after head coaches Scott Klug and Kelly Halstead stepped down following the 2012 school year.
All-league honors a family affair for many
published: 11/9/2012 3:12:57 PM
With the high school schedule winding down into the playoffs, dozens of local student athletes have received all-league honors, but several area families in particular have extra reason to celebrate.
Trio of Bruins named second-team All-Northwest Conference
published: 11/9/2012 3:12:15 PM
As top performers for George Fox this fall, Tiffany Burk, Corin Beaudry and Luke Hammer have been tabbed as second team All-Northwest Conference performers by conference coaches.
Watchmen make a last-minute change
published: 11/9/2012 3:11:36 PM
Jeremy Friedrich recently saw his high school coaching career take a big step forward, which was a shocking development for the Newberg firefighter considering he’s never coached a high school game.
St. Paul rebounds with playoff win
published: 11/2/2012 2:27:43 PM
ST. PAUL — Eager to get back on the court following its 3-1 loss to rival Perrydale in the district championship four days earlier, St. Paul dispatched Mapleton 3-0 in the first round of the 1A state playoffs Tuesday at St.
NHS aces its final test before state tourney
published: 11/2/2012 2:27:22 PM
Newberg overcame a bit of a celebratory hangover on senior night, easily handling West Albany 14-6 in its final tune-up for the state tournament, which begins Saturday in Corvallis.
Bruin women capture the Northwest Conference Fall Classic tourney
published: 11/2/2012 2:26:11 PM
RIDGEFIELD, Wash. — No. 5 George Fox wrapped up a strong fall campaign by dominating the rest of the league at the Northwest Conference Fall Classic Oct.
Nov. 3 Sports in brief
published: 11/2/2012 2:25:46 PM
Youth wrestling kicks off this week Newberg Youth Wrestling will host its annual Tiger Takedown Clinic for wrestlers in grades K-5 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.
Newberg advances to state playoffs
published: 11/2/2012 2:25:11 PM
Newberg booked its second trip to the state playoffs in three years by beating Centennial 2-1 in dramatic fashion in a 6A play-in game Tuesday at Loran Douglas Field.
Tigers bounced from playoffs in penalty-kick marathon
published: 11/2/2012 2:37:52 PM
ROSEBURG — Newberg’s turnaround season wasn’t supposed to end this way. Under first-year head coach M.J. Tate, the Tigers were supposed to at least give one of the state’s top teams a run for its money, if not pull off an upset or two, in the early stages of the 6A state tournament.
Tigers smothered in season debut
published: 11/30/2012 2:46:47 PM
With a host of questions swirling around a team returning just two players with significant varsity experience while at the same time transitioning to its fourth coach in four years, Newberg did not find many answers in a 64-35 season-opening loss to Madison Thursday night at McGrath Gymnasium.
Newberg hoping to turn its fortunes around this winter
published: 11/30/2012 3:01:47 PM
Don’t be surprised if you hear a knocking sound in or around McGrath Gymnasium this winter. It’s just Newberg head coach Tamie Woginrich rapping her knuckles on something she hopes is wood in an attempt not to get ahead of herself as she envisions her team’s potential for the upcoming season.
Waldorf pulls away from C.S. Lewis 59-42
published: 11/30/2012 3:06:29 PM
Little seemed to go right for C.S. Lewis Academy against visiting Portland Waldorf Wednesday, making for a frustrating debut for head coach Vince Swaggerty and the revamped Watchmen.
St. Paul gunned down 66-30
published: 11/30/2012 3:08:07 PM
BEAVERTON — Déjà Vu can feel good or bad or even both at the same time. The St. Paul girls basketball team’s 66-30 loss at Class 3A Valley Catholic on Thursday was certainly unpleasant, much like the blowout loss it suffered at eventual 2A runner-up Scio in last year’s season opener, but there’s no reason to despair.
St. Paul reloading for another playoff run
published: 11/30/2012 3:19:32 PM
ST. PAUL — Mike Murphy enters his 14th year – and the second of his latest stint — at the helm of the St. Paul girls basketball program with a team loaded with talent.
George Fox men split series in Hawaii
published: 11/27/2012 2:00:15 PM
HONOLULU — George Fox nearly pulled off a perfect trip to Hawaii, but had to settle for a split after coming up just short in a game-two thriller at the Surf’s Up Classic at Kalani High School.
Religion
‘Simply Christmas’ on tap
published: 11/30/2012 4:35:29 PM
Newberg Christian Church kicks off the holiday season Dec. 8 with “Simply Christmas,” an activity-packed festival. Doors open at noon and the event continues all day with a variety of live Christmas music featuring local school groups, a 25-booth bazaar, petting zoo, children’s crafts, photos with Santa and a live nativity scene.
The Community Cantata Choir making its rounds for Christmas
published: 11/30/2012 4:36:49 PM
The Community Cantata Choir is helping to bring the holiday season into full swing with its 2012 tour through the Willamette Valley, which got underway Friday with a performance at First Presbyterian Church in McMinnville.
Dec. 1 - Religion in Brief
published: 11/30/2012 4:38:32 PM
Church hosting Zoo Lights trip tomorrow Newberg Christian Church, 2315 Villa Road, will host a trip Sunday to the Oregon Zoo to see the Zoo Lights holiday installation.
Nov. 24 religion briefs
published: 11/23/2012 12:26:57 PM
Handbell concert coming next week
First United Methodist Church, 1205 Deborah Road, will help kick off the Christmas season with a handbell concert at 4 p.
Nov. 24 Pastoral Pondering: The complexion of the country is changing, but God cares little
published: 11/23/2012 12:28:13 PM
There has been a great deal of discussion and no small amount of handwringing over the demographic changes in the United States electorate and the related shift of political power away from white people after the elections earlier this month.
Noted sales expert Jeff Schneider slated to speak at CCCNW
published: 11/23/2012 12:29:31 PM
Jeff Schneider, an old dog in the sales world, is prepared to reveal a few new tricks at the monthly meeting of the Christian Chamber of Commerce of the Northwest.
Kindling the desire to help others
published: 11/23/2012 12:32:10 PM
After moving to Newberg from Colorado during his freshman year, Austin Gallegos’ family found itself homeless before living for nine months at the Love INC community shelter.
Nov. 3 religion briefs
published: 11/2/2012 2:34:21 PM
Couple speaks on their years among Muslims Patrick Ray, an assistant professor of civil engineering at George Fox University, and his wife, Becky Ray, an international public health consultant, are the featured speakers for the penultimate presentation in the school’s “Islam and the West” series.
Kenyan native will give progress report at Newberg church
published: 11/2/2012 2:30:35 PM
In rural Kenya, nutrition education has nothing to do with laying off the Doritos. The peasant farmers in Chwele, where Grace Kuto grew up as an orphan, don’t have supermarket aisles packed with everything from junk food to organics.
No fiction necessary for these storytellers
published: 11/2/2012 2:30:02 PM
A boy hunting in the rain for his runaway mother, a little girl begging her daddy not to leave the family, a homeless boy trying to look normal while scrounging for food money.
Faith and sexuality panel draws huge crowd at university
published: 11/9/2012 3:19:12 PM
Darleen Ortega had a Saul-to-Paul conversion at George Fox University in the 1980s, when a beloved professor came out to her as a lesbian.
Nov. 10 Pastoral Pondering: Become the person God describes in the Bible
published: 11/9/2012 3:18:41 PM
There are several places in the New Testament (1st Timothy 3 and Titus 1), where God lists the character traits he wants to see evident and growing in the lives of the men and women he desires to use to lead and serve.
It’s a shame — but you might not know it
published: 11/9/2012 3:18:21 PM
The word is familiar, but Amy Kopsa insists many people don’t know what it is — or the problems it causes:Shame. “It often goes unidentified,” said the Newberg area therapist, who defines shame as “a nagging feeling of not being worth anything.
Nov. 10 religion briefs
published: 11/9/2012 3:16:44 PM
Male quartet featured at Sunday service The Liberty Quartet will perform at the Sunday morning worship service at Newberg Nazarene Church, 23177 N.
Nov. 17 religion briefs
published: 11/16/2012 2:23:05 PM
Church offers free Thanksgiving meal
Newberg Community Kitchen will provide a free Thanksgiving dinner from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 23 at Newberg Christian Church, 2315 Villa Road.
Nov. 17 Pastoral Pondering: All apologies, but it does matter how you pray and who you pray to
published: 11/16/2012 2:24:13 PM
A recent USA Today/ Gallup survey found that nine out of 10 Americans believe there is a God and over eight in 10 believe God answers prayer.
Series ends with positive, respectful take on Muslims
published: 11/16/2012 2:27:38 PM
If you don’t know Islam well enough to be tempted to become a Muslim, you don’t know it well enough to be a missionary to Muslims.
That’s what a mentor told Mathias Zahniser years ago when he was on a mission in Egypt.
Public Safety
Nov. 21 Yamhill County Jail reports
published: 11/20/2012 4:15:08 PM
The Yamhill County jail in McMinnville periodically releases reports for people arrested during the weeks prior to publication of The Newberg Graphic. Below are arrestees associated with Newberg and Dundee.
Nov. 21 Newberg-Dundee Police log
published: 11/20/2012 4:16:03 PM
Nov. 2
Officers investigated a runaway juvenile that occurred in the 900 block of Southeast Locust Street. The juvenile returned home without police contact.
Nov. 17 outstanding warrants
published: 11/20/2012 4:17:03 PM
Area law enforcement officers are looking for the following people with outstanding warrants.
Anyone with information on these individuals may call the Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office or its detectives, or the Newberg-Dundee Police Department.
Second annual Shop with a Cop program on tap for the holidays
published: 11/20/2012 4:23:19 PM
The Newberg-Dundee Police Department is preparing to spread some holiday cheer with the second annual Shop with a Cop program.
The program pairs police officers with underprivileged children from the community and, with the help of donors, provides a gift card for each child to buy presents for their family.
Man accused of trying to strangle ex-wife gets probation
published: 11/20/2012 4:26:05 PM
A Newberg man was acquitted of two Class A misdemeanors but found guilty of harassment after a jury trial last week on charges that he strangled his wife to unconsciousness in January.
Nov. 17 Yamhill County jail reports
published: 11/16/2012 2:20:38 PM
The Yamhill County jail in McMinnville periodically releases reports for people arrested during the weeks prior to publication of The Newberg Graphic.
Nov. 17 Oregon State Police reports
published: 11/16/2012 2:21:19 PM
The McMinnville office of the Oregon State Police releases its desk log to the press several times a week. The Newberg Graphic reports incidents or arrests that are germane to the local area.
Nov. 17 Newberg-Dundee Police log
published: 11/16/2012 2:22:14 PM
Oct. 8
Officers are investigating a case of criminal mischief that occurred in the 900 block of East North Street.
Oct. 13
Officers investigated a case of criminal mischief that occurred in the 500 block of Melody Lane.
Nov. 14 Yamhill County jail reports
published: 11/13/2012 11:23:38 AM
The McMinnville office of the Oregon State Police releases its desk log to the press several times a week. The Newberg Graphic reports incidents or arrests that are germane to the area.
Nov. 14 Oregon State Police reports
published: 11/13/2012 11:24:38 AM
The Yamhill County jail in McMinnville periodically releases reports for people arrested during the weeks prior to publication of The Newberg Graphic.
Nov. 14 outstanding warrants
published: 11/13/2012 11:25:33 AM
Area law enforcement officers are looking for the following people with outstanding warrants.
Anyone with information on these individuals may call the Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office or its detectives, or the Newberg-Dundee Police Department.
Nov. 14 Newberg-Dundee Police log
published: 11/13/2012 11:27:50 AM
Oct. 8
Officers are investigating a case of criminal mischief that occurred in the 900 block of East North Street.
Oct. 13
Officers investigated a case of criminal mischief that occurred in the 500 block of Melody Lane.
Nov. 7 Yamhill County jail reports
published: 11/6/2012 2:53:32 PM
The Yamhill County jail in McMinnville periodically releases reports for people arrested during the weeks prior to publication of The Newberg Graphic.
Nov. 7 outstanding warrants
published: 11/6/2012 2:54:09 PM
Area law enforcement officers are looking for the following people with outstanding warrants.
Anyone with information on these individuals may call the Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office or its detectives, or the Newberg-Dundee Police Department.
Nov. 7 Be Safe Out There column: Motorists: Keep a keen eye out for bikes, pedestrians
published: 11/6/2012 2:56:53 PM
The Newberg-Dundee Police Department (NDPD) wants to encourage the safe sharing of roadways by motor vehicles, bicyclists and pedestrians in our community.
Nov. 3 Yamhill County jail report
published: 11/2/2012 2:23:51 PM
The Yamhill County jail in McMinnville periodically releases reports for people arrested during the weeks prior to publication of The Newberg Graphic.
Local nearly the victim of a scam
published: 11/2/2012 2:23:22 PM
For a few brief moments the morning of Oct. 25, Newberg resident Autumn Wilson, 24, thought her life was about to change in a big way. How could it not, if what the man on the phone, who claimed to be from Publishers Clearing House, said was true? “This man with a weird accent, he said his name was Johnny Temple and we had won $1.
Yamhill among 28 counties targeted by bomb threats
published: 11/23/2012 11:56:26 AM
McMINNVILLE — The Yamhill County Courthouse was one of 28 courthouse facilities across Oregon to receive an anonymous bomb threat Monday afternoon.
Nov. 24 Yamhill County Jail reports
published: 11/23/2012 11:57:24 AM
The Yamhill County jail in McMinnville periodically releases reports for people arrested during the weeks prior to publication of The Newberg Graphic.
Nov. 24 Oregon State Police reports
published: 11/23/2012 11:58:23 AM
The McMinnville office of the Oregon State Police releases its desk log to the press several times a week. The Newberg Graphic reports incidents or arrests that are germane to the local area.
Nov. 24 Newberg Fire Department log
published: 11/23/2012 11:59:02 AM
Nov. 1
Newberg emergency service technicians responded to first-aid medicals calls on Third Street, Hayes Street, Elliott Road, Sunnycrest Road, Foothills Drive and Corinne Drive.
Child porn suspect Michael Kevin Laremore pleads guilty
published: 11/30/2012 4:19:38 PM
McMINNVILLE — A Newberg man has been sentenced to more than a month in jail and five years supervised probation after pleading guilty to four counts of encouraging child sexual abuse, pursuant to an agreement with the Yamhill County district attorney’s office.
Dec. 1 Yamhill County Jail Reports
published: 11/30/2012 4:23:11 PM
The Yamhill County jail in McMinnville periodically releases reports for people arrested during the weeks prior to publication of The Newberg Graphic.
Dec. 1 - Oregon State Police Report
published: 11/30/2012 4:24:27 PM
The McMinnville office of the Oregon State Police releases its desk log to the press several times a week. The Newberg Graphic reports incidents or arrests that are germane to the local area.
Dec. 1 - Outstanding Warrants
published: 11/30/2012 4:26:00 PM
Area law enforcement officers are looking for the following people with outstanding warrants. Anyone with information on these individuals may call the Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office or its detectives, or the Newberg-Dundee Police Department.
Dec. 1 - Newberg-Dundee Police Log
published: 11/30/2012 4:32:15 PM
Nov. 05 Officers are investigating a probation violation that occurred in the 600 block of East First Street. Nov.
Obituaries
Obituaries: Dec. 1
published: 11/30/2012 3:30:31 PM
Richard L. Rhodes Newberg resident Richard L. Rhodes died Nov. 27, 2012. He was 66. He was born Jan. 13, 1946, in Sandpoint, Idaho, to Fred and Martha (Brown) Rhodes.
Death Notice: Dec. 1
published: 11/30/2012 3:31:29 PM
H. Scott Rollins Seaside resident H. Scott Rollins, formerly of Newberg, died Nov. 29, 2012, in his home. He was 41. A memorial will be held at a later date.
Nov. 24 obituaries
published: 11/23/2012 12:07:05 PM
Bruce D. Burge
Hammond, La., resident Bruce Dean Burge, formerly of Newberg, died Nov. 10, 2012. He was 58.
He was born March 14, 1954, in Omaha to Harold and Shirley (Ashby) Burge.
Nov. 3 obituaries
published: 11/2/2012 2:35:21 PM
Alpha Schoening Newberg resident Alpha Schoening died Oct. 28, 2012. She was 96. She was born Feb. 12, 1916, in Nada, Utah, to Ralph and Lucinda (Mason) Sanders.
Nov. 7 obituaries
published: 11/6/2012 2:27:14 PM
Hubert J. Bernards
Newberg resident Hubert James Bernards died in his home Oct. 24, 2012, after a long illness. He was 89.
He was born Sept.
Nov. 17 obituaries
published: 11/16/2012 12:39:43 PM
Edith A. Stone
Newberg resident Edith Alfreda “Freddie” Stone died Oct. 24, 2012, at her home. She was 85.
She was born Feb. 18, 1927, in National City, Calif.
Local News
A holiday escape to a simpler time
published: 11/16/2012 12:41:44 PM
For those looking to step back from the busy malls and barrage of Christmas commercials, Friends of Historic Champoeg will host an old-fashioned holiday celebration from 1 to 4 p.
Pet owner lauds animal control changes
published: 11/16/2012 12:43:21 PM
On Monday, the Newberg City Council is set to review and formally approve purchases and policy changes recently made by the Newberg-Dundee Police Department’s animal control division.
City will take your leaves
published: 11/16/2012 12:44:26 PM
Each season provides its own challenges for the city of Newberg and the surrounding community.
Fall, with leaves dropping on nearly every block and the rainy season already under way, is a time when streets are susceptible to blocked storm drains and subsequent localized flooding.
Nov. 17 To Your Health column: Celebrity sales pitches for exercise gear not backed by science
published: 11/16/2012 12:49:42 PM
Dear Colin: I’m a 53-year-old stay-at-home mom who, like most women my age, struggles with menopause. I’ve tried many supplement and drug plans with minimal success.
Building’s facelift is nearly completed
published: 11/16/2012 12:51:26 PM
In late October, scaffolding was removed from the front of a small project to restore a building in the 500 block of East First Street and a big step was taken in restoring the facades of downtown Newberg to their original form.
News column: Animal control and the role of the police in Newberg
published: 11/16/2012 12:55:05 PM
A question that may not be asked quite often enough is, “What should be the role of police?” A recent story from Newberg raises that question in sharp relief.
October Rex Hill Rainfall column
published: 11/13/2012 11:28:42 AM
Rain-wise, October this year was just the opposite of last year. This year we had no rain the first two weeks of the month, while last year that was when we had the most precipitation.
Chehalem Springs offers home visits for seniors
published: 11/13/2012 11:29:38 AM
For seniors, the holidays can be a difficult time of year.
“About 20 percent of seniors suffer from full-blown depression or a less severe form of the condition and the holiday season can be particularly difficult,” said Kathy White, executive director of Chehalem Springs Senior Living Community.
St. Paul Rodeo chooses 2013 court
published: 11/13/2012 11:41:11 AM
Queen Dusti DeVore, of McMinnville, Princess Angie Eichler, of McMinnville and Princess Jordann McClister, of St. Paul, have been selected as the 2013 court for the St.
Nov. 14 community briefs
published: 11/13/2012 11:56:13 AM
Garden club to focus on Christmas flower
“The Tricks, Trials and Triumphs of Growing Poinsettias” will be the topic of the next Chehalem Garden Club meeting, slated for 7 p.
Nov. 21 community briefs
published: 11/20/2012 1:57:33 PM
Holiday event set at Pogy’s Subs restaurant
Santa and Mrs. Claus are due to appear from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Pogy’s Subs, 2855 E.
Community in Brief 11-3-12
published: 11/2/2012 2:34:48 PM
City Club goes to waste Jackie Lang of Waste Management will speak on “Getting to Zero Waste: How Waste Management is Partnering With the Community to Reduce Landfill Waste, Increase Recycling, and Innovate for the Future” at Tuesday’s meeting of the Newberg City Club.
FEMA: Northwesterners should prep for floods
published: 11/2/2012 2:26:57 PM
With the arrival of the rainy season in the Pacific Northwest, the Federal Emergency Manaement Agency is encouraging residents to prepare for the possibility of flooding.
Holiday bazaar is Nov. 17 at Champoeg
published: 11/2/2012 2:26:41 PM
ST. PAUL — As the holiday season draws near, Friends of Historic Champoeg is preparing for its second annual Champoeg Holiday Bazaar. The event is set to take place from 10 a.
Salvation Army adds ‘paper kettles’ this Christmas
published: 11/2/2012 2:26:28 PM
McMINNVILLE — The Salvation Army in Yamhill County is putting a new twist on an old tradition. With the arrival of the holiday season, red kettles filled with change and volunteers ringing bells are seen in storefronts across the country.
LID could be formed on stretch of College Street
published: 11/2/2012 2:28:05 PM
Two major projects and a general discussion on economic development are on the agenda for the Newberg City Council’s meeting Monday. One of the resolutions pertains to a nearly $1 million project for pedestrian and bicycle upgrades and other improvements along College Street, begun through an intergovernmental agreement with the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT).
Nov. 7 community briefs
published: 11/6/2012 2:29:16 PM
McMinnville moms sponsor craft fair
McMINNVILLE — The 23rd annual Church on the Hill craft fair will run from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and 10 a.
Clinics will offer memory screenings
published: 11/6/2012 2:30:34 PM
One day each November, health care centers across the United States come together to offer free, confidential memory screenings to those concerned about memory loss, and this year, two Newberg clinics will be joining the initiative for the first time.
Tales from the Grubby End: The Great War: ‘This is no place for a mother’s son...’
published: 11/6/2012 2:33:06 PM
It is now forgotten by most that Veteran’s Day, which we observe Nov. 11, owes its origins to a war now forgotten by most, World War I, known at the time as “The Great War” or “The War to End All Wars.
Fire department will continue ‘scaled back’ Turkey Carnival
published: 11/6/2012 2:34:20 PM
“Scaled back” was the term used by Newberg Fire Department Volunteer Association President Steve Warden to describe the 72nd annual Turkey Carnival, planned for this Friday and Saturday.
Nov. 7 To Your Health column: Stomach band operation should be the last resort to lose weight
published: 11/6/2012 2:36:36 PM
Dear Colin: I’m an obese mother of three and tired of it! I’ve tried every diet and exercise program under the sun, but nothing’s worked. I feel I need to do something, as my doctor tells me my blood pressure, triglycerides and cholesterol are too high.
Weaver, incumbents picked for council
published: 11/9/2012 3:16:19 PM
With 30.34 percent of the vote, former Newberg-Dundee Police Department Sgt. Tim Weaver will join incumbents Jeannette Adlong and Randy Reddell on the Dundee City Council after the trio emerged as the winners in Tuesday’s election.
GFU will focus on cultural diversity
published: 11/9/2012 3:15:53 PM
A “World’s Got Talent” show and free ethnic food will be part of George Fox University’s annual Cultural Celebration Week, which runs from Nov.
Make the switch to energy-efficient bulbs
published: 11/9/2012 3:15:38 PM
PORTLAND — In an effort to reduce energy consumption this fall, Energy Trust of Oregon is offering discounted prices on compact fluorescent light bulbs, or CFLs, at participating retailers across the state.
ODOT will test changing from gas tax to one based on total miles traveled
published: 11/23/2012 12:08:40 PM
Cars and trucks are gradually becoming more fuel efficient and burning less gas to get down the road. That fact, combined with the advent of more hybrid and electric cars, would seem to be a good thing.
Tales from the Grubby End column: Sufferage in America: A century of women with the right to vote
published: 11/23/2012 12:13:28 PM
Much like 2012, 1912 was a year of triumph and tragedy.
It was the year of the sinking of the Titanic, the year of the founding of the Boy and Girl Scouts, the year Harriet Quimby became the first woman to fly over the English Channel, only to die two months later in a plane crash.
Working through the pain never a good idea when exercising
published: 11/23/2012 12:17:55 PM
Dear Colin: I recently started exercising following the recommendation from my doctor to help my chronic shoulder and back pain. He said my “weakness and stiffness” are the likely culprits, so I got a trainer to help me.
Hidden epidemic carries life-threatening consequences
published: 11/23/2012 12:19:43 PM
When Newberg resident Victoria Grandetta was feeling depressed, anxious and exhausted in 2011, she assumed it was because she had lost her job and spent months sending out resumes and getting back rejections.
No limits to keeping the lights on at GFU
published: 11/23/2012 12:25:04 PM
Clyde Thomas, George Fox University’s director of plant services, donned climbing equipment last week to replace failed Christmas lights adorning the school’s centennial bell tower.
Nov. 28 community briefs
published: 11/27/2012 12:11:05 PM
Holiday event set at Pogy’s Subs
Santa and Mrs. Claus are due to appear from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Pogy’s Subs, 2855 E. Hayes St. Children may take pictures with the jolly couple for free.
Dec. 1 Community in Brief
published: 11/30/2012 3:34:26 PM
Pets and their people getpictures with Santa The Newberg Veterinary Hospital is hosting a photo shoot with Santa and invites families and their pets to join the fun.
Six tips for keeping Christmas trees fresh
published: 11/30/2012 3:59:48 PM
With Christmas approaching quickly, choosing the perfect tree is a priority for many Oregonians. But, according to Chal Landgren, a Christmas tree specialist with the Oregon State University Extension Service, once the tree has been cut there are several things that need to be done to keep it looking fresh.
Residents get help paying their heating bills
published: 11/30/2012 4:02:44 PM
McMINNVILLE — In 1981, Congress created a program called the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program, or LIHEAP. They enacted the legislation on the basis that increases in home-energy expenses impose a disproportionately large burden on fixed-income and low-income households and, further, that heat is a necessary aspect of shelter, the lack of which can pose a threat to life, health and safety.
Newberg City Council will review second budget supplement
published: 11/30/2012 4:05:11 PM
The Newberg City Council will have a number of items to work through when it convenes Monday, not the least of which will be the second supplemental budget of the 2012-2013 fiscal year.
Volunteers sought to paint a rain picture
published: 11/30/2012 4:15:20 PM
CORVALLIS — With a little training, a simple tool and a desire to make sense of Oregon’s peculiar weather patterns, a growing network of volunteers has been collecting data on rain, snow and hail from around the state and reporting back to scientists at Oregon State University.
Front Page
Newberg officials rebut UGB expansion criticism
published: 11/30/2012 3:38:17 PM
City staff members denied claims by land-use activist groups that there are good alternatives to a proposed addition to the south industrial urban growth boundary (UGB) during a joint meeting of the Newberg City Council and the Yamhill County Board of Commissioners this week.
Rediscovering the Chehalem blackberry
published: 11/30/2012 3:43:25 PM
As in the countless millennia before human domestication, commercially developed crops go through a natural selection of sorts. And just like in nature, it’s a survival-of-the-fittest game, though in this case, the “fittest” means those that grow the fastest, or the largest, or in the widest variety of climates.
Tree lighting kicks off the holiday season
published: 11/30/2012 3:57:15 PM
In spite of the cold, hundreds of children and parents packed Howard Street outside the Newberg Public Library Thursday night for the 28th annual Holiday Tree Lighting Festival.
County food-power meeting sparks many ideas
published: 11/27/2012 12:13:04 PM
Newberg’s newspaper of the future has a strange headline: “Eat your city park.”
The story describes the edible gardens in every local park and how visitors can pick and eat anything they want; how the gardens are irrigated by rainwater-catchment systems and maintained by Boy Scouts, school groups and inmate work crews; how city residents have learned about growing their own food.
Bypass appeal moves forward
published: 11/27/2012 12:14:21 PM
Mart Storm, of Dundee, is moving ahead with his appeal of the Newberg-Dundee bypass.
After filing his intent to appeal in August, Storm’s attorney, Andrew Stamp, reviewed the county’s response and filed the official appeal earlier this month with the state’s Land Use Board of Appeals (LUBA).
Family arrested in a string of Texas heists
published: 11/27/2012 12:20:41 PM
A father and two of his grown children — all former residents of Dundee and McMinnville — have been arrested in Texas for allegedly robbing a credit union in early October, and police believe they may have been involved in at least one other robbery in the Lone Star State and as many as five in Oregon.
Oh Christmas tree, the commerce you bring
published: 11/9/2012 3:09:45 PM
In the traditional holiday tune, “O Christmas Tree,” that “O” might as well stand for Oregon. After all, the Beaver State produces more of the crop than any other, according to Bryan Ostlund, executive director of the Pacific Northwest Christmas Tree Association.
Springer elected county commissioner
published: 11/9/2012 3:08:54 PM
Although the race was too close to call for several days, McMinnville businessman and former city councilor Allen Springer has emerged the victor in a hard-fought contest to be Yamhill County’s next commissioner.
True to form, Yamhill County voters re-elect GOP legislators
published: 11/9/2012 3:07:10 PM
Election Day was good to incumbent Republican legislators in Yamhill County. State Sen. Brian Boquist, along with state Reps. Jim Weidner and Kim Thatcher all won re-election easily.
True or false: Some people confess to crimes they didn’t commit
published: 11/9/2012 3:15:05 PM
“Just tell me the truth. You’ll feel better when you tell us what happened,” Gresham Police Det. Tony Cobb repeated gently in a videotaped interrogation session that lawyers and Circuit Court Judge John Collins sat watching in a Yamhill County courtroom.
Yamhill County commissioner race still 'too close to call'
published: 11/7/2012 10:18:23 AM
As of Wednesday morning, the race to be Yamhill County’s next commissioner remained “too close to call,” according to Clerk Rebekah Stern Doll. The most recent report, which was time-stamped at just before 4 a.
Newberg native pitches in to help after Sandy
published: 11/6/2012 2:38:58 PM
Chris Goodwin’s job as a public health associate took on a whole new meaning after Superstorm Sandy when the 2002 Newberg High School graduate went into his office last week at the Center for Disease Control in Astoria, New York, and started recruiting doctors and nurses to volunteer with hurricane victims.
Group will grapple with how to harness the ‘power of food’
published: 11/6/2012 2:40:11 PM
The Sheridan group wants to start a composting business in town.
The McMinnville group wants to turn a vacant school into a community food center with classrooms, kitchen and garden.
Publisher's column: Graphic will return to a weekly in January ’13
published: 11/6/2012 2:42:02 PM
How do I start this column? I guess I’ll just be direct and to the point. The Newberg Graphic will soon return to its roots: Starting Jan.
New engine will serve double duty
published: 11/6/2012 2:46:31 PM
The majority of firefighting agencies in the state of Oregon are like Newberg’s — they pull double duty, providing both fire and emergency medical services.
Aquatic center undergoes some improvements
published: 11/2/2012 2:29:31 PM
The 43-year-old Chehalem Aquatic Center will soon have 36 new, energy-efficient lights in its pool area. The magnetic-induction bulbs will use 45 percent less energy than the old Mercury-vapor bulbs and cut lighting costs by $2,642 a year, according to Kat Ricker, spokeswoman for the Chehalem Park and Recreation District.
Money grows in local elections
published: 11/2/2012 2:29:06 PM
Even a cursory look at the recent campaign finance contributions and expenditures reports of local candidates will tell you money could play a large role in several local elections next week.
Options few for farmers fighting filbert blight
published: 11/2/2012 2:28:41 PM
For decades, hazelnut growers across Oregon have battled a troubling, expensive, yield-trimming foe, only beginning to — slowly — turn the tide in their fight thanks to some new weapons developed by a research program at Oregon State University.
Most of Buckley’s fine goes to aid Habitat
published: 11/23/2012 11:42:25 AM
After being fined more than $8,000 last year by the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), local contractor Dave Whitmore Excavating Inc.
Promoting Sandy relief through art
published: 11/23/2012 11:44:59 AM
After Hurricane Sandy devastated portions of the Caribbean and the Mid-Atlantic United States last month, Newberg resident Judith Raye Smith joined countless millions in wanting to help.
The library — in the palm of your hand
published: 11/23/2012 11:47:53 AM
After decades of functioning primarily around the print medium, the Newberg Public Library is changing with the times. In some ways, that means making its services bigger, like the current project designed to expand the coverage area and bandwidth of the building’s wireless Internet.
Providence Newberg Medical Center hires new chief
published: 11/23/2012 11:50:23 AM
Having wanted to live in Oregon for quite some time, Lori Van Zanten was elated to get that chance last November when she was hired as nursing director and chief operations officer at Providence Newberg Medical Center.
Public/private venture aims to encourage cycling
published: 11/16/2012 2:29:57 PM
The consensus among many cyclists is that Newberg is a great place to bike, and in the past, the city encouraged biking among those who live and work here because it’s a more environmentally friendly way to commute.
Newberg charging ahead with EV stations
published: 11/16/2012 2:32:50 PM
Newberg’s first “fast-charging” electric vehicle (EV) station, and fifth charging station overall, went online Nov. 8 in a ceremony at the Chevron station at 3745 E.
NDC eyes new state designation for projects
published: 11/16/2012 2:33:58 PM
The Newberg Downtown Coalition (NDC) is eyeing two state-level designations that would open new avenues for growth and assistance for the organization and the merchants that line the city’s historic district.
The demise of ‘The Purple House’
published: 11/16/2012 2:36:55 PM
DUNDEE — Perhaps the best illustration of the wide notoriety of Dundee’s so-called “purple house” can be found in what Fire Chief John Stock encountered as he was soliciting bids for the demolition of the structure to make way for the town’s new, $3.
Send in your votes and local could become a national ag spokesperson
published: 11/20/2012 2:10:49 PM
St. Paul farmer Brenda Kirsch, 29, has been selected by the national agriculture coalition U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance as one of nine finalists to become its next spokesperson.
Raw milk: Ban it or make it safer?
published: 11/20/2012 2:13:41 PM
ST. PAUL — Like all agricultural products, there’s a right way and a wrong way to do milk. But with unpasteurized milk — more commonly called raw milk — the stakes are quite a bit higher.
State tough in grading Newberg schools
published: 11/20/2012 2:15:56 PM
The Newberg School District trumpeted last month’s release of state report cards, which showed six of its nine schools scoring in the “Outstanding” category.
Newberg students meet living legends
published: 11/13/2012 11:48:24 AM
Marta Burchett finally found out what the giant triangular buildings on Highway 18 were, when her Newberg High School class attended Living History Week last week at the Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum.
Newberg will get new nursing facility
published: 11/13/2012 11:50:57 AM
Milwaukie-based Marquis Companies plans to build a new, $3.8 million skilled-nursing facility in Newberg, which it hopes to begin constructing next month and open sometime in November 2013.
City sign banning firearms draws criticism
published: 11/13/2012 11:53:08 AM
The city of Newberg is mulling revisions to a sign in its Public Safety Building that prohibits all weapons — including licensed concealed firearms — after receiving a letter from state Rep.
Clerk says turnout, not machines, to blame for late count
published: 11/13/2012 11:54:23 AM
The Yamhill County clerk’s delay in processing and releasing results of last week’s general election was not due to malfunctions in the office’s ballot-processing machines — despite some rumors to the contrary.
Education
Nov. 14 school briefs
published: 11/13/2012 1:46:50 PM
Conversation group offers Spanish-English practice on Mondays
Brush up on your Spanish and help others learn English during a weekly, informal conversation hour at 6 p.
Parents important in learning process
published: 11/13/2012 1:50:40 PM
A “Math in the Kitchen” evening where families cook and eat yummy foods will draw a lot more participation than a math lecture or tutoring program.
Young community organizer nabs accolades
published: 11/13/2012 1:54:47 PM
Tia Piscitelli sparked lots of passion, volunteers and attention last year with her efforts to provide tie-blankets to patients at Shriners Hospital for Children in Portland.
Nov. 21 school briefs
published: 11/20/2012 2:24:40 PM
Help monitor school district’s purse strings
The Newberg School District board of directors is seeking citizen members for its budget committee, which will ultimately recommend a budget to the board.
Piper picked over Pacific NW peers
published: 11/20/2012 2:26:48 PM
Until last summer, Jack Toohey’s best experience as a bagpiper came at a cemetery when he was 13 years old.
But his recent competition victory over at least 50 other pipers from across the Pacific Northwest may have matched it.
Strategic thinking starts on the chess board
published: 11/20/2012 2:29:39 PM
It’s not Hogwarts and the chess pieces don’t move on their own like in the “Harry Potter” movies, but the early-morning chess club at Mabel Rush Elementary School draws an enthusiastic crowd all the same.
Nov. 7 school briefs
published: 11/6/2012 2:22:27 PM
Play presents political drama — Roman style
Veritas School will present “The Life and Death of Julius Caesar” by William Shakespeare at 7 p.
‘Message sent’ to the Founding Fathers
published: 11/6/2012 2:24:52 PM
What do television, skinny jeans, basketball, terrorism, vaccines, lunar probes, Steve Jobs and bacon have in common?
They were all mentioned by Newberg middle school students in their “What I Would Tell America’s Founding Fathers” essays for this year’s Patriot’s Pen contest.
How do you raise a successful young man? Start early
published: 11/6/2012 2:25:59 PM
Dan Busch remembers the boy who missed a question during a geography bee at Mountain View Middle School. “I’m surprised you missed that one,” said Busch, the school’s assistant principal at the time.
Nov. 28 school briefs
published: 11/27/2012 12:03:04 PM
Help monitor school district’s purse strings
The Newberg School District board of directors is seeking citizen members for its budget committee, which will ultimately recommend a budget to the board.
Number of reports are on the rise, but not necessarily concussions
published: 11/27/2012 12:04:15 PM
Athletic director Tim Burke delivered the final numbers on concussions during the fall season at Newberg High School on Nov. 13 before the board of directors of the Newberg School District.
NHS continually evolving its concussion management program
published: 11/27/2012 12:06:54 PM
According to Newberg High School Athletic Director Tim Burke, the school’s concussion management program has been a success so far and continues to improve.
Business
Nov. 28 business briefs
published: 11/27/2012 11:51:17 AM
Yamhill County Care Org names director
The newly formed Yamhill County Care Organization, which serves the estimated 18,000 local members of the Oregon Health Plan, has named Newberg resident James Carlough as its executive director.
Nov. 28 Dollars and Sense column: Deal with identity theft swiftly
published: 11/27/2012 11:52:48 AM
Nearly 12 million adults were victims of identity fraud last year, up 13 percent from the previous year, according to Javelin Strategy & Research.
Newberg jiu-jitsu gym makes ‘impact’ with move
published: 11/27/2012 11:57:24 AM
From 2006 until earlier this year, the Impact Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Performance Training gym has been conspicuously located along Highway 99W in downtown Newberg.
Nov. 7 business briefs
published: 11/6/2012 2:47:22 PM
J’s Restaurant expands hours
J’s Restaurant, now open for dinner Thursday through Saturday from 3 to 9 p.m. with an expanded menu, is donating an extra 5 cents to Mabel Rush Elementary for any Box Tops for Education dropped off at its 2017 Portland Road location through May 2013.
Making a little cash on the side
published: 11/6/2012 2:50:01 PM
With unemployment rates remaining stubbornly high across Oregon in the wake of the nation’s recent recession, it appears an increasing number of enterprising Newberg-area residents are turning to so-called “sideline” businesses — a for-profit enterprise in addition to an individual’s full-time job — in order to make ends meet.
Home brewing, the Paul Long way, a recipe for success
published: 11/6/2012 2:52:50 PM
If beers were children, Newberg brewer Paul Long’s would be the pampered, spoiled-rotten kids at school all the other students would love to hate.
Nov. 21 Dollars and Sense column: A few simple steps to understand life insurance
published: 11/20/2012 2:18:58 PM
When you think about life insurance, you may dismiss it as something that only older people need. A life insurance policy is taken out on someone’s life that pays out when they die, helping financially protect your dependents and loved ones.
$3 million project under way at Sokol Blosser
published: 11/20/2012 2:20:12 PM
The Sokol Blosser Winery in Dayton is in the midst of the construction of a new, $3 million tasting facility — making it the biggest investment the family has made in the vineyard in its 41-year history.
Natural health clinic expands offerings
published: 11/20/2012 2:23:41 PM
Anyone familiar with the world of natural health knows there is a wide variety of services that exist beneath that umbrella term — and now, more of those services than ever before can be found under one roof: the Newberg Natural Health Center on Haworth Avenue.
Nov. 14 business briefs
published: 11/13/2012 1:37:47 PM
FUMC accepting donations for Sandy relief
The United Methodist Corps on Relief is collecting donations for the disaster clean-up and survivor care in the wake of Hurricane Sandy.
Nov. 14 Dollars & Sense column: Talking to your aging parents about money
published: 11/13/2012 1:39:18 PM
If you’re like most people, talking to your aging parents about their financial situation ranks right up there with making your own will.
Grant makes technology available to vineyards
published: 11/13/2012 1:41:43 PM
Backed by a $75,000 grant from the USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service, the Yamhill Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is reaching out to area vineyard owners with a new pesticide applicator that has the potential to improve air and water quality in Yamhill County.
From the grounds up, a new coffee shop
published: 11/13/2012 1:44:52 PM
Stephanie Johnson, owner/operator of the new Mo’Jo Coffee shop, is dreaming of a white Christmas — but not in the way you’d expect. That’s because the signature offering at her business, which is set to open next week, will be a beverage called white coffee, a first for the Newberg area according to her.
Arts & Leisure
Nov. 14 Arts & Leisure briefs
published: 11/13/2012 11:58:13 AM
Olive oil-themed festival on tap at farm
DAYTON — The Oregon Olive Mill at Red Ridge Farms will celebrate its 2012 olive harvest and pressing with its fourth annual Olio Nuevo Festival, which will run from 10 a.
‘Lincoln’ is a history lesson with energy, style
published: 11/16/2012 8:00:00 AM
It’s been said that anyone who writes a biography about Abraham Lincoln — of which there are thousands — does so with one eye on the present, and that principle appears to apply just as easily to film.
Jolliff returns with Joy Kills Sorrow
published: 11/13/2012 12:04:46 PM
The Newberg Music Center’s featured act Sunday, string band Joy Kills Sorrow, may have hailed all the way from Boston, but mandolinist Jacob Jolliff counts his roots in Newberg.
Nov. 21 Arts & Leisure briefs
published: 11/20/2012 2:31:09 PM
Christmas sounds in the air with Dayton chorus
DAYTON — The Dayton Community Chorus will welcome the holiday season with a presentation of Renaissance-themed music and theatrics in its annual Christmas Revels of Dayton concert.
Movie review: Breaking yawns -- Final ‘Twilight’ film painfully slow
published: 11/20/2012 2:33:46 PM
The title of “The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn — Part Two” is an accurate microcosm of the film itself: It’s pretentious, endlessly self-referential and uses seven words when one or two — or better yet, none at all — would easily suffice.
Wine country event celebrates 30 years
published: 11/20/2012 2:35:48 PM
This year, more than 150 member wineries of the Willamette Valley Wineries Association (WVWA) will celebrate the 30th anniversary of Wine Country Thanksgiving.
Appearance of folk duo will generate much-needed funds
published: 11/20/2012 2:38:26 PM
Fundraising efforts are continuing in earnest for a group of Newberg High School drama students raising money to pay their way to the prestigious Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland next year, including a recently announced benefit concert at the end of the month.
Nov. 7 Arts & Leisure briefs
published: 11/6/2012 2:58:17 PM
Joy Kills Sorrow at Newberg Music Center
The Boston-based string band Joy Kills Sorrow will perform at 7 p.m. Sunday at the Newberg Music Center, 514 E.
Stoneface Honey to release its second CD
published: 11/6/2012 3:01:45 PM
One’s art can sometimes provide a clear reflection of the artist who created it, but not always. For example, when Newberg High School graduate Angie Kopshy’s friends first listen to her music, they often think she must be battling deep depression — which couldn’t be farther from the truth.
Variety, humor define GFU art professor’s work
published: 11/6/2012 3:04:15 PM
“Facing the Light,” an exhibit on display at George Fox University’s Minthorne and Lindgren galleries this month, showcases the work of a single artist, Douglas Campbell.
Nov. 28 Arts & Leisure briefs
published: 11/27/2012 11:42:35 AM
Festivities planned for annual tree lighting
The 28th annual Holiday Tree Lighting Festival will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 29 at the Newberg Public Library, 503 E.
Annual Christmas show at GFU has an impact
published: 11/27/2012 11:45:56 AM
“Star of Wonder, Star of Light” is the theme of this year’s Christmas concert at George Fox University — an annual tradition at the Christian college.
Harrison concert to benefit Dundee restoration project
published: 11/27/2012 11:50:14 AM
DUNDEE — Portland pianist, composer and philanthropist Michael Allen Harrison will perform Friday his first holiday-themed concert at the Dundee Community Center.
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