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For Immediate ReleaseJan. 13, 2022Contact: Carrie Kikel, Oregon Arts Commission, (503) 480-5360 Salem, Oregon – The application is now live for the Artist Resilience Program, a second round of relief funding for Oregon artists offered by the Oregon Arts Commission in partnership with the Oregon Community Foundation and the James F. and Marion L. Miller […]

The City of Astoria’s Arts and Cultural Programs to Promote Tourism Grant Application acceptance Begins January 3, 2022! The City of Astoria established the Arts and Cultural Program to Promote Tourism as a way to promote tourism in the City by funding art and cultural events and projects. Grant funding is provided through the Promote […]

Community Organization Funding Application – Basic NeedsFor Fiscal Year Beginning July 1, 2022 For the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget, the City will make available an amount not to exceed $ 80,590 for funding of well established, not for profit social service organizations. The intent of available funding is to provide assistance to organizations which reach […]

There are small ways we can help. Lifeboat Services at 1040 Commercial Street needs hand-warmers, gloves, warm hats and thick socks. Please: adult sizes, good condition, no ankle-socks, and all-weather items only. Drop off donations INSIDE between 9 and 4, Monday through Friday. The Astoria Warming Center in the basement of the Methodist Church at […]

The City of Astoria welcomes applications from those interested in serving on various Committees, Boards and Commissions which support City programs and functions. These volunteer positions offer opportunities to play significant roles in the community and in local government. There are currently openings on: The Design Review Committee (DRC); applicant must be a design professional […]

In an emergency, fear and anxiety are a natural reaction. However, there are ways to prepare for those tense, anxious moments with an emotional toolkit that helps you cope and respond effectively during a disaster. Brain research suggests that mindfulness can lower blood pressure, reduce depression and anxiety, and rewire parts of the brain. Prepare […]

December 6th, 7th and 8th – 6:30pm to 8:30pm The Astoria Fire Department fire engines will be parading through Astoria neighborhoods to pick up non-perishable food items and donations for needy families this Christmas.Fire engines will be decorated with lights, Christmas music will be playing, and we have heard that Santa will make an appearance!Please […]

The City of Astoria has been notified by the following water districts that the boil water notice is no longer in effect: Willowdale, Riverpoint, John Day, Fern Hill, and Olney-Walluski. Water continues to be safe to drink for Astoria water customers and water conservation efforts are no longer needed. Thank you for your patience and […]

The City of Astoria has repaired the leak on our water transmission main. Normal water service has been restored and emergency water conservation measures can be discontinued. The boil water notice for affected areas is still in effect until further notice from your local water district. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this […]

The City of Astoria continues to work on repairing a damaged portion of our water transmission main. The leak has been located and crews are working to repair the damage. Initial assessment indicates that the leak was caused by a combination of a minor joint failure and saturated steep terrain. Water service to the following […]