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This is something of a detective story. To fully appreciate it, you first need to understand the importance of train connections and the impact of stereographs at the turn of the 20th century …
I am writing this to encourage people to vote for Vineeta Lower for HD 32 in our May Primary also in our November election.
I own Lance Wagner Photography in Seaside. In an effort to build stronger community ties I am offering free environmental portraits for anyone that wishes to participate in my Common Thread Po…
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The Seaside School District was among the volunteers, businesses and nonprofits at Project Homeless Connect on Tuesday, Jan. 28, at the Seaside Civic and Convention Center. Seaside High School…
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In January a heartbreaking and senseless tragedy occurred in our neighborhood: two children drowned. After king tides this month, another heartbreaking and senseless tragedy might have happene…
I thought I’d let a little time lapse before I shared this tale. It’s a strange tale to be sure, and I promise 100% true.
Six years ago I wrote an article about common and unusual things people used to hold their place in a book or bookmark their books. Surprisingly bacon, especially raw bacon, was often used by …
February is Heart Health month. Maybe you’ve been diagnosed with high blood pressure. Or maybe you’re just trying to make sure you don’t get it. Either way, there are many things you can do to…
I believe in Bigfoot, aka Sasquatch. There it is, it’s out there.
Oregon Dept of Transportation has money to spend on Highway 101 (Seaside Signal, Jan. 31) in Seaside with the following goals: “increase safety, reduce congestion, provide accessibility for pe…
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Nothing can match the Oregon Coast for its natural majesty: especially the king tides that send water crashing to the shore and can move logs like toothpicks.
Since forsaking cable we watch a lot less TV. In fact, when we turn it on, it’s only watch to Netflix. I don’t think I’m missing much as I listen to breaking news throughout the day thanks to …
“Finding Hope,” by Seaside author Shannon Symonds, was inspired by two things: the author’s dream to write a novel that keeps readers up all night, and her desire to carry readers to a world w…
Anytime a dog is walked by leash attached to a collar, there is a risk of physical damage, not to mention emotional and behavioral.
Where’s my golem?
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I am happy to join with you today in what will go down in history as the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation.
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Treasure the Beach was founded by Gini Dideum and the Beach Drive Buccaneers. With a shared dream of a clean beach, this group of amazing people started a monthly beach cleanup in Seaside.
Quitting tobacco is complicated. But it’s possible.
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Six years ago, students and teachers created the Tillamook Head Gathering to encourage the arts at Seaside High School. In the past five years the event, which features alumni, community and s…
I’ve been thinking a lot about what to say on The Ship Report about the tragedy on the beach at Falcon Cove near Cannon Beach this weekend. A dad and his two small children were swept out to s…
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During a break from days of sideways rain, about 30 people gathered in Seaside last Thursday at 1 p.m. to protest American involvement with a possible war with Iran.
Four questions will determine the fate of the 2020 Oregon Legislature. Several days of legislative committee meetings this week will provide the first clues to the answers.
My entire life has featured a strong connection to sports. As a youngster, my time was typically spent shuttling to or at football, soccer, basketball, baseball or track practice or to one of …
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“Up in Arms: How the Bundy Family Hijacked Public Lands, Outfoxed the Federal Government, and Ignited America’s Patriot Militia Movement,” is a compelling account of the 41-day armed takeover …
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The most important thing for me at the Cat Fanciers’ Association Allbreed Cat Show at the Seaside Convention Center this past weekend is that a nice lady let me pet her cat. Actually, she let …
In destination marketing, like all marketing, you work to build a compelling strategy on how best to reach out and get your message into the world.
A new year calls for new efforts. In an effort to be more effective in helping dogs and their humans, today I’m going to be direct: It is the failure of people to align their expectations with…
Our decision to cut the cord — and by that I mean cable — wasn’t easy. It was a topic of conversation for months. We talked about getting rid of it while watching the news; we talked about it …
Every library has a different book or books that are the most popular in a year. While overall some books trend as most popular across the entire United States, different books are more popula…
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Ever since Seaside School District officials called the relocation of Seaside schools “a matter of life and death,” the South County’s No. 1 priority became a new campus for students outside t…
What if I told you that only about 20% of domestic dogs worldwide are household pets?
Washington Governor Jay Inslee’s draft report on the lower Snake River dams raises important questions about the future of our region’s salmon runs, energy and infrastructure. But one of the m…
What’s ahead for 2020? We asked community leaders to provide their take on the year ahead.
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As I write this column, it’s five days until Christmas and I’m feeling pretty smug. My shopping is completed; all gifts have been wrapped.
My wife and I opted to spend a quiet Thanksgiving holiday together this year.
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Last Saturday I urged Mr. Sax to accompany me to the Lovell Tasting Room at Fort George in Astoria for the annual December holiday party and fundraiser for Clatsop Animal Assistance.
Every Oregonian has the right to direct a portion of their state taxes to fund arts and culture, but only a small percentage act on it.
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One of the most vexing things about the Harvey Weinstein case — and many of the “#MeToo” movement cases, against Bill Cosby, CBS exec Les Moonves, Fox News’ Bill O’Reilly and others — is why d…
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The commercial Dungeness crab season may be delayed, but the closely monitored shellfish standards enforced by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife continue to keep commercial and recrea…
Holidays are supposed to be a time of joy and celebration, but for some people they are anything but.
The arrival of colder weather and holiday activities in December provides opportunities to keep your homes and family fire safe so everyone can have memorable times when decorating and entertaining.
The Port of Astoria burned through five executive directors since 2012.
I could have spent more time in the hallway and the community room of the Seaside Library last week when I first spied the new exhibit, “Knock Your Socks Off” on display through Jan. 28.
By the end of any given year, many households have gained a puppy. If your household might be one of those, now is the time to consider what, exactly, your puppy will need in order to grow int…
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Short-term rental enforcement is a fact of life for all communities on the North Coast.
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Brian D. Ratty is a retired media executive and graduate of Brooks Institute of Photography. Ratty is the author of seven books, including “Tillamook Rock Lighthouse: History and Tales of Terr…
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Starting next month, and continuing throughout 2020, Seaside will join Cannon Beach and Tillamook County on the award-winning North Coast Food Trail, a self-guided itinerary for travelers seek…
I hinted in last month’s article that I was not an athletic child growing up, nor a particularly academic student for that matter.
The first national Thanksgiving proclamation was issued by President Abraham Lincoln on Oct. 3, 1863, during the Civil War. It was written by U.S. Secretary of State William Seward.
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The first thing that happened was the old stove croaked. According to Consumer Reports, the average lifespan of any oven, dishwasher, washer, dryer, or fridge is now eight to 12 years. When we…
Clatsop County voters should decline to sign the petitions that would force a recall vote on Rep. Tiffiny Mitchell. A recall will be expensive, and if it succeeds it will result in a represent…
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“Kochland: The Secret History of Koch Industries and Corporate Power in America,” is a story that cuts close to home.
Before I had a multidog household, I used to send gratitude cards to people during the holiday season. Now I look for ways to express gratitude to my dogs.
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Seaside photographer Lance Wagner grew up in the Bay area before heading south to Orange County to attend Cal State Fullerton. After graduation he got a job shooting motorcycles for Honda, the…
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