Triskele, the now-legendary three-legged deer of Surfside, Washington, has once again been seen gracefully navigating the coastal landscape. Injured long ago while jumping a fence with a parent, Triskele lost a leg but adapted to life in the wild. With … Continue reading Triskele the Three-Legged Deer and Candace Carteen: Beacons of Courage in Surfside, WA
The Fourth of July brings a festive spirit to Long Beach, Washington, with beach bonfires, family barbecues, and fireworks lighting up the night sky. But as excitement builds, so does the need for caution—both on the sand and in the … Continue reading Celebrate Safely This Fourth of July in Long Beach, WA: Firework and Ocean Safety for All
Every year, the morning after the 4th of July reveals a harsh truth—our beaches, once pristine and breathtaking, are left buried under a mountain of fireworks debris, bottles, wrappers, and plastic waste. What begins as celebration ends as a crisis … Continue reading ALL HANDS ON DECK FOR THE COMMUNITY BEACH CLEANUP!# Community Cleanup – July 5th (This Means YOU!)
A sign was posted next to the only independent candidate running against the Surfside presentation group of candidates. A sign beside Steve said, “Vote NO Steve Wallace”. I assume it’s not to vote for or against Steve, but urging him … Continue reading Surfside Preservation’s ‘Vote No’ Sign Says It All — Planted Beside the Only Candidate Who Stands for Something
The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle is making a rare and exciting visit to Astoria, Oregon, where it will be docked at Pier 1 on Portway Street in Uniontown from June 13 to 16. As part of this special occasion, … Continue reading America’s Tall Ship: The Storied History of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle
After years of wandering through the electrifying chaos of festivals—Hairfest, Flannel fest, Rock the Locks, and Penninsula blues festival—soaking in the pulse of rock and metal tribute bands that echoed the 70s and 80s, I thought I had seen it … Continue reading A Day to Remember: Lisha Rose at the Bay Haven Inn in Newport
Welcome to Bay Haven Inn, established in 1908, in Newport, Oregon.. Welcome to Newport, the Dungeness Crab Capital of the World It is home to Oregon’s largest fishing fleet and the not-so-hidden gem of rock music. Where the bay meets … Continue reading Bay Haven Inn: Where Newport, OR Comes Alive on the Waterfront with Rock Music
After the devastating 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami that killed over 15,000 people, Japan invested heavily in tsunami shelters—especially to protect children. Thousands of schools were rebuilt or retrofitted with vertical evacuation towers, and floating shelters were deployed in tsunami-prone … Continue reading Tsunami Towers for Schools: Japan’s Investment in Student Safety
The North Coast Express, a new seasonal shuttle service, is now connecting Portland to Oregon’s scenic North Coast every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through August 31, 2025. Launched on this weekend, May 23, this pilot program offers a car-free, comfortable, … Continue reading The North Coast Express: New Shuttle Service from Portland
As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day, let us pause and remember the brave men and women who have served and sacrificed for our country. Memorial Day is more than a long weekend or the unofficial start … Continue reading Honoring Our Heroes: A Memorial Day Tribute to Veterans
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