Update: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has confirmed that Sotelo-Casas, a Mexican citizen, was convicted of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in Newberg, Oregon, on June 25, 1997. Yamhill County News will provide this...
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Editor’s Viewpoint: Oregon CARES PAC: Progressive Politics Hiding Behind a “Non-Partisan” Mask
By Rebecca Wallis Newberg, OR – May 7, 2025 Oregon CARES PAC, based in Newberg, Oregon, presents itself as a non-partisan group aiming to “elevate responsible and equitable community leaders.” But beneath this polished language...
Urban Design in Newberg: Necessary Infrastructure Upgrades or Unwanted Urbanization?
by Rebecca Wallis Newberg, OR – March 22, 2025 As the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) and the City of Newberg move forward with their Urban Design Verification (UDV) project, plans are being developed to...
Last Chance to Provide Feedback on Vacation Rental Policies in Newberg
By Rebecca Wallis NEWBERG, OR – December 4, 2024 The City of Newberg is preparing to update its regulations for Vacation Rental Homes, also known as Short-Term Rentals, for the first time in more than...
Opinion: Press Freedom is a Constitutional Right—So Why Is the City of Newberg Refusing to Recognize It?
By Rebecca Wallis, Newberg, OR – October 22, 2024 One of the foundational principles of the United States is the freedom of the press, a civil right guaranteed by the First Amendment to the United...
McMinnville Resident Pushes for Action on Off-Leash Dog Problem: Community Voices Needed
By Rebecca Wallis MCMINNVILLE, OR – October 8, 2024 McMinnville resident Erin Lawler is taking action to address the growing concern of off-leash dogs within the community. Through a series of Facebook posts, Lawler has...
Six Candidates Over Six Days Series: Day 3 – Scott Cunningham, Ward 3 City Council Candidate
By Rebecca Wallis MCMINNVILLE, OR – October 5, 2024 Below are the 15 complex questions asked of Candidate Cunningham on a variety of multi-layered subjects. Candidate Cunningham chose to answer 15 of the 15 questions....
Six Candidates Over Six Days Series: Day 2 – Chris Chenoweth, City Council Incumbent
By Rebecca Wallis MCMINNVILLE, OR – October 4, 2024 Updated 1:00pm Below are the 15 complex questions asked of Councilor Chenoweth on a variety of multi-layered subjects. Councilor Chenoweth chose to answer 15 of the...