Explore Newberg-Dundee’s Cemeteries
We explored the cemeteries in the Newberg-Dundee area to learn more about history, who is buried, and how volunteers can help.
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Ewing Young Parents Voice Concerns as School Closes in All Advancing Models
Superintendent said Ewing Young closure is not certain; parents cite longer travel times and community ties, and some say they…
Newberg Council Discusses Mill Site, Flagpole Procedure, Public Works Plans
Council also heard public comment, a Public Works work plan presentation, and the city manager’s monthly statistics report
Preserving the Pantry: Tomatoes
Master food preservationist Sarah Downing offers an overview of preserving tomatoes from canning to dehydrating.
Dundee Council Advances over $60,000 in Alder Street Assessments Despite Owner Objections
Dundee City Council advances $60,358 in Alder Street property assessments amid objections from property owners, Vineyard Block code enforcement concerns,…
‘The Newberg Table’ Cookbook Brings Local Recipes to the Dinner Table
A fundraiser for the Library Foundation of Newberg, the cookbook includes recipes and stories from Newberg chefs and community members
Fortune House Opens in Former Jin’s Restaurant in Dundee
The new restaurant offers Chinese and Japanese dishes at the former Jin’s location, and owner Lin Zhao hopes to expand…
Newberg Sports Roundup: NHS Football Beats McMinnville, George Fox Rallies From 17-0 Deficit
Newberg High School and George Fox University teams competed in football, soccer, volleyball, and golf — here’s how each fared.
Newberg’s Balsall Creek Wine Spotted in ‘Practical Magic 2’
After sending bottles to film and TV sets, Balsall Creek Vineyards sees its wine poured and consumed on screen in…
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‘The Newberg Table’ Cookbook Brings Local Recipes to the Dinner Table
A fundraiser for the Library Foundation of Newberg, the cookbook includes recipes and stories from Newberg chefs and community members
Fortune House Opens in Former Jin’s Restaurant in Dundee
The new restaurant offers Chinese and Japanese dishes at the former Jin’s location, and owner Lin Zhao hopes to expand…
Newberg’s Balsall Creek Wine Spotted in ‘Practical Magic 2’
After sending bottles to film and TV sets, Balsall Creek Vineyards sees its wine poured and consumed on screen in…
A Flight of a Different Flavor: Caravan Coffee Adds Coffee Flight Experience
Tastings at the Newberg roaster compare coffee by origin, roast level, brewing method, espresso preparation, and more
Big changes are coming to health coverage in 2027. We are here to provide clarity.
Health insurance in Oregon is changing in 2027, and there’s a lot to keep track of.
Two Downtown Newberg Businesses Closing on First Street
Harvest Moon Sangria Bar’s storefront closes Oct. 16 as the business becomes a traveling cart, and Antique, Freak & Flea…
Mural on Lumpy’s Tavern Depicts Dundee’s Community and Wine Country
A new mural outside of the Dundee bar was designed by GFU students and painted by a muralist.
Newberg Area Habitat for Humanity Sets $50,000 Goal for Second Annual Building Hope Gala
Proceeds from the fundraiser at the Chehalem Cultural Center will go toward a seven-home project in Dundee that includes an…
Newberg Thrift Shop Marks More Than 75 Years Serving Community
The volunteer-run shop began as a fundraising arm of the Newberg Hospital Auxiliary and now donates its proceeds to local…
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Newberg Council Discusses Mill Site, Flagpole Procedure, Public Works Plans
Council also heard public comment, a Public Works work plan presentation, and the city manager’s monthly statistics report
Dundee Council Advances over $60,000 in Alder Street Assessments Despite Owner Objections
Dundee City Council advances $60,358 in Alder Street property assessments amid objections from property owners, Vineyard Block code enforcement concerns,…
Firefighters Control Kitchen Fire at West North Street Home in Newberg
Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue says belongings throughout the home complicated the search; one patient was evaluated and the cause…
Pickleball Players Take to New Jaquith Park Courts After Sound Panels Go Up
Newberg pickleball players have played their first matches after months of waiting for sound dampening sheeting to arrive and be…
What Providence Ending Health Plans Means for Newberg Medicare Residents
Readers wrote in asking: what happens now that Providence Health Plan is leaving Oregon?
Pilot Dies in Ultralight Crash Near Chehalem Airpark
Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office says aircraft went down in a privately owned field just off airpark property Monday
Newberg City Council Revises Affordable Housing Trust Fund Policies
Resolution ends the Time-Sensitive Loan or Grant Program and converts rehabilitation loans to grants; council also approves River Street RFP…
Fire Damages Home in Newberg’s The Greens Neighborhood
Crews stopped the blaze from reaching neighboring structures, fire agency says
Education
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Ewing Young Parents Voice Concerns as School Closes in All Advancing Models
Superintendent said Ewing Young closure is not certain; parents cite longer travel times and community ties, and some say they…
Restructuring Committee Narrows Eight School Models to Four at Final Meeting
Four models were removed from contention; the school board will hear the committee's findings Oct. 13
Restructuring Committee to Present Findings to School Board Oct. 13
Newberg-Dundee Public Schools is reviewing options for districtwide restructuring to maintain class sizes amid lower staffing
George Fox University Sets Enrollment Record, Launches Literacy Initiative in Newberg Schools
Fall enrollment reaches 4,373 for the third straight year as a $150,000 grant funds new tutoring and summer reading programs
From Teaching a Struggling Reader to Writing the Manual on Dyslexia Education
Lynn Lamping's search for help for her own son led her to become a certified Orton-Gillingham "fellow" — and to…
Newberg-Dundee Schools Return to Class as District Launches Restructuring Effort
After the funding levy failed in May, the school district is launching a District Restructuring Committee to work toward balancing…
C.S. Lewis Student Turns School Newsletter Into Passion Project
Catherine Thomas runs The Weekly Watchmen by herself, hoping to provide news and a voice for students at the academy
George Fox Offers Free AI Literacy Courses to Students, Community
The self-paced, no-credit courses are aimed at helping AI newcomers and skeptics learn the basics, opportunities, and ethics of artificial…
Arts & Culture
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‘The Newberg Table’ Cookbook Brings Local Recipes to the Dinner Table
A fundraiser for the Library Foundation of Newberg, the cookbook includes recipes and stories from Newberg chefs and community members
Yamhill County Author Releases Novel Tied to Hanford Nuclear Site
Shannon St. Hilaire's The Hanford Necklace is available Oct. 6, and she says it will be sold at local bookstores
Yamhill County Cultural Coalition Opens 2027 Grant Applications Oct. 1
The volunteer-led group has distributed more than $1 million to Yamhill County arts, heritage, and humanities projects since 2004.
Art Harvest Studio Tour Returns Oct. 2 With 50 Yamhill County Artists
The self-guided tour runs two weekends, and Newberg artist Ken Trox, who works in wood and mixed media, is among…
Newberg Music Venues Meet to Plan Joint “Nashberg” Marketing Effort
Venue owners and marketing groups met Friday to discuss a shared effort to promote Newberg's live music, including a proposed…
Oregon Wine Pioneer Susan Sokol Blosser to Launch Debut Novel at Newberg Library
Violin Girl, inspired by her mother's life, debuts with a reading and Q&A at the library Tuesday evening.
Educating on Art Careers With 10 Years of Art Talk
The free weekly George Fox University lecture series invites professional artists to share their career journeys with students, faculty, and…
“Pásale Pásale” Braves Summer Heat, Smoke on Opening Weekend
Gather Repertory hosts the Oregon debut of the interactive performance at the Chehalem Cultural Center
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Firefighters Control Kitchen Fire at West North Street Home in Newberg
Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue says belongings throughout the home complicated the search; one patient was evaluated and the cause…
Pilot Dies in Ultralight Crash Near Chehalem Airpark
Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office says aircraft went down in a privately owned field just off airpark property Monday
Fire Damages Home in Newberg’s The Greens Neighborhood
Crews stopped the blaze from reaching neighboring structures, fire agency says
Traffic Stop in Newberg Leads to Arrest, Drug Seizure
A 43-year-old Carlton man was lodged in the Yamhill County Correctional Facility on methamphetamine charges, the sheriff's office said
VIDEO: Station 20 Demolition Phase Concludes as Newberg Fire Station Rebuild Advances
Demolition of the former Newberg fire station is concluding. See drone footage of the demolition in August and September.
Fire at Krohn’s Appliance Quickly Contained, Business Operational
Owner says fire came minutes from spreading into main building; TVF&R says most probable cause was an electrical fault in…
Police: Ewing Young Park Assault Was Isolated Incident
NDPD captain says trail remains one of Newberg's safest despite arrest, urges hikers to stay alert
Newberg Sees Third Bear Sighting in Six Weeks
Wildlife officials say spring dispersal and a growing statewide population are driving more black bears into town limits
Columns
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Preserving the Pantry: Tomatoes
Master food preservationist Sarah Downing offers an overview of preserving tomatoes from canning to dehydrating.
Beyond the Bin: A Squirrel, a Bichon, and Three Gardens Worth the Walk
Newberg resident Cathy Holbrook may not be an avid gardener, but a walk around Newberg reveals some natural beauty worth…
8 Ways To Lower Your Risk Of A Crash At Intersections
Contributor Steve Boyles offers habits for drivers, from left turns to roundabouts.
Volunteer for a Day: Newberg Public Library
In the first installment of a new series, local high schooler Clay Skaggs spends an afternoon shelving books at the…
Community Wellness: Everyday Excellence
What is excellence and how should it be measured? Community Wellness Columnist Bruce Steffensen explores the definition of excellence, and…
Credit Reports: What They Are and How to Use Them
Local columnist Andrew Mason breaks down what's actually in your credit report, how errors and identity theft show up, and…
Preserving the Pantry: An Overview of Jam
Food preservationist Sarah Downing gives an overview of the different way to make jams with fresh fruit at home.
The Missing Paragraph: An Introduction
In this introduction to a new column, Newberg resident Mark Holady shares his goals for the column and starts with…