Month: January 2024

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Another Step In Preparing For A New Form Of Government

PORTLAND, Ore.– The new form of Portland City Government is set to begin in 2025.  Public Safety Commissioner Rene Gonzalez is the first City Council member to designate a Deputy City Administrator for Charter Reform.  Mike Meyers former Portland Fire Chief and Community Safety Director was introduced Wednesday January 24, 2024 as the interim DCA […]

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Ice Storm Creates A State Of Emergency For Oregon

SALEM, Ore.–Heeding the call from several counties, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has issued a statewide state of emergency due to the ongoing severe ice storm. “Thousands of people across the state have been impacted by the storm, including power outages, lack of transportation and an array of safety concerns that come with severe weather,” Kotek […]

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TVFR Pays Tribute To A Lieutenant Gone Too Soon

HILLSBORO, Ore.–In a solemn and heartfelt ceremony, many gathered today at Liberty High School to pay their respects to Lt. Carl Horning, a dedicated member of Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue (TVF&R) and the broader Oregon fire service. Hundreds of people including family and friends, fellow firefighters, and public officials joined together to commemorate Lt. […]

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New Regional Police Training Center Opens In Vancouver

VANCOUVER, Wa.– Friday we celebrated the grand opening of the SW WA Regional Criminal Justice Training Center.  Governor Jay Inslee, State Representatives, and Law Enforcement Personnel from around the state joined Southwest Washington agencies to celebrate the new training location for recruit officers and deputies. This training center provides local recruit officers and deputies a […]

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The Final Three For The Top Cop Job In Sandy

SANDY, Ore.–  The three candidates participated in a meet and greet reception Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at the Sandy Library.  Community members were able to engage in roundtable discussions with candidates:  Joseph Hogue, Gary Jensen, and Sean Lundry.

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