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Two families on Alameda Avenue were driven from their homes when a mudslide caused by heavy rains pushed one house off its foundation and onto the sidewalk and severely damaged the other. Cati and Colin Foss escaped safely with their two young children, their two dogs and a cat. Heidi and Lloyd Hougham fled their […]

Coronavirus Relief Options There are new and renewed funding options through SBA for businesses needing relief because of COVID-19 losses. These include a renewed Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) and the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant Program (SVOG). Here’s a link to information about these programs and how to apply.https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options Here’s a […]

The 81st​​ Legislative Assembly will convene for Legislative Session Friday, January 22nd, 2021.​​ In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Oregon State Capitol is open to authorized personnel only, including employees, members, and Capitol occupants. There are still plenty of ways to participate in the 2021 Legislative Session. This content at this link ​answers your most frequent questions. […]

POSTED: Dec. 15, 2020 Haga clic aquí para ver en español Clatsop County will move into the state’s Extreme Risk category of COVID-19 business and social restrictions beginning Friday, Dec. 18. The change will impose further restrictions on bars and restaurants and indoor recreation and entertainment establishments. The move was announced Tuesday by Oregon Gov. […]

Clatsop Economic Development Resources (CEDR) is pleased to announce a new grant program open to Clatsop County small businesses and 501(C)(3) non-profit organizations impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Grant amounts range from $2,000 to $16,000 and funding amounts will be determined based on the number of FTE Employees. A minimum of 50% of available grant funds will […]

The Astoia Fire Department will be distributing free KN95 masks again on December 17th from 2-4 p.m. at the Astoria Aquatic Center. See details below.

On Wednesday December 9, 2020 Astoria Public Works Operations will be closing Alameda Avenue at Rivington Street to all traffic while working on water system upgrades. The closure is expected from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or until work is completed. Please note that all schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions.If you […]

Someone has to go in and pull them out – YUK! Thu, Dec 03, 2020 The City of Astoria is asking residents to avoid flushing sanitation wipes even if the package states they are flushable! Other alternatives to toilet paper including paper towels, napkins, baby wipes and facial tissues also should not be flushed in […]

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Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici reminds us that December 15th is the deadline to sign up this year for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it’s essential that everyone who needs insurance is able to sign up. Remind your friends and family to visit HealthCare.gov to learn more and sign up.