Government - The Ashland Chronicle-Oregon

An audit by the Secretary of State’s Office found divided authority on the issue, with the involvement of three departments, and a lack of funding and cooperation By: Alex Baumhardt – January 26, 2023 Klamath...

Bruno Joins the Medford Police Department K9 Unit

Press Release

27 Jan 2023

MPD WELCOMES NEWEST MEMBER TO K9 UNIT News Release Medford Police The Medford Police Department is pleased to introduce K-9 Bruno as the newest police service dog to join the department’s K9 team. 18-month-old Belgian...

Oregon Health Authority: High Levels of Lead Found in Skin Cream Used to Treat Eczema in Young Children

Press Release

26 Jan 2023

News Release from Oregon Health Authority January 26th, 2023 Health officials warning parents about skin cream product PORTLAND, Ore.—High levels of lead have been found in two tubes of a skin cream known as Diep...

Environment Oregon Says “Thank You” for Saving the Tongass National Forest!

Press Release

26 Jan 2023

We are thrilled to share that the Tongass National Forest is now fully protected! The Tongass is the largest intact temperate rainforest in the world, and now roadless areas in this wild, untouched place are...

Next State Wildfire Risk Map to See Big Changes

Press Release

25 Jan 2023

With big changes proposed, state to hold off on release of next wildfire risk map The Oregon Legislature will be considering a number of recommendations for changes related to the statewide wildfire risk map during...

Oregon Immunization Program Nearing Deadline for Parents – February 15

Press Release

25 Jan 2023

Get immunizations updated before School Exclusion Day Feb. 15 Parents must provide schools, child care facilities with kids’ vaccine records Portland, Ore. – The third Wednesday of February (Feb. 15) is School Exclusion Day, and...

Canines Are in Demand for Law Enforcement

Press Release

25 Jan 2023

OSP CONSERVATION K-9 TEAM ANNOUNCES EXPANSION SALEM, Ore.) – At first glance, Scout might look like he’s a typical, playful pup, but this 18-month-old, black Lab is developing a nose for crime. Meet the newest...

Community Action Request to Counter Vandals

Chronicle Readers, Press Release

25 Jan 2023

Vandals destroyed the “Say Their Names Memorial” in Railroad Park last night. This is not the Ashland we want to be – we want to build a welcoming community for everyone. Many, many students and...