To the editor: Glyphosate (sold commercially as RoundUp, an organophosphate pesticide) is part of a chemical cocktail a private forest owner is planning to aerial spray over 473 acres of […]
Letters
Motorists need signs to protect them from “Darwin Tree” on Highway 101
To the editor: ODOT has long refused to acknowledge and remedy a dangerous U.S. Highway 101 road hazard just south of Seal Rock, a few miles north of me, seeming […]
Yachats’ boardwalk project on Ocean View Drive deserves to be fast-tracked
To the editor: This letter is a copy of one I sent to the Yachats city council in support of fast-tracked construction of the boardwalk and viewing deck (known as […]
Newport mayor should resign over Facebook posts
To the editor: I have not been a fan of Newport mayor Dean Sawyer for a while. Previously I was collecting signatures door to door and at the Newport Farmers […]
Local July 4 celebrations need to end fireworks, go to drone shows
To the editor: I am writing to encourage all Lincoln County leaders, decision makers, and residents to support joining an increasing number of municipalities in switching from traditional fireworks to […]
Fireworks regulations need stronger enforcement by all agencies
To the editor: Sunday evening’s fire south of Waldport caused by fireworks rekindled memories of the night of July 2, 2022, when aerial fireworks exploded over the beach a block […]
VIA Oregon Coalition opposes steep increase in county vacation rental licenses
To the editor: VIA Oregon Coalition, the leading advocacy group representing short-term rental homeowners on the Central Oregon coast, strongly opposes the proposed 300 percent fee increase for short-term rental […]
Lincoln County resident asks Senator Anderson to help end GOP walkout
To the editor: This is an open letter to Sen. Dick Anderson, R-Lincoln City. Thank you for your prompt reply to my email about your attendance at work during the […]
Presiding judge thanks Lincoln County jurors for their service
To the editor: Each week in Lincoln County, juries make decisions that change lives. They provide justice for victims and families, ensure that businesses honor their obligations, award damages to […]
Former Port of Alsea manager supports Bishop, Powers for re-election
To the editor: My name is Maggie Rivers, and I was the manager for the Port of Alsea for 21 years. During that time, I had the privilege and pleasure […]