Bend councilors discuss Emerson Avenue homeless camp removal
Last month, the city of Bend closed the Emerson Avenue homeless camp in southeast Bend after declaring it a public safety and health hazard, under a…
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City of Bend budget changes focus on housing, maintaining service levels
During Wednesday’s Bend City Council work session, the council supported staff recommendations for a $13.1 million budget adjustment focused on…
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New road closures, detours on Newport Avenue; bridge to close for resurfacing
Construction work on Newport Avenue continues as construction begins on a new segment of the Newport Avenue Corridor Improvements Project and crews…
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‘Lots of problems’ causing delays at Bend furniture and appliance stores
A foam shortage, along with a combination of other challenges, is causing a big backlog for furniture and appliance stores — and their waiting…
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‘The district’s boss is community members’: BPRD seeks public input on river plans
Erosion, sunscreen and a lot of trash is taking a toll on the water and riverbanks of the Deschutes River. That’s why the Bend Park and Recreation…
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Arnold Irrigation piping project comment period extended to Friday; upset residents raise objections
Anyone looking to weigh in on the Arnold Irrigation District’s draft plan to pipe more than 13 miles of its main canal now has until this Friday to…
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CDC import ban makes Bend group’s efforts to rescue dogs abroad challenging
Amanda Jo kept hearing horror stories about the abuse and killing of dogs in Asia, so she decided to take action.…
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Alfalfa-area brush fire damages structures, but crews save home
A brush fire broke out Tuesday afternoon east of Bend in the Alfalfa area, damaging some structures, but was quickly stopped by fire crews before it…
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Crunch: Bend auto body shops struggle with issues; customers face long delays
Several bodyshop managers in Bend say they are currently backed-up and having trouble getting parts. …
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City of Bend plans community open house on Project Turnkey motel-shelter conversion
The city of Bend will be hosting a community open house to share information about Project Turnkey-Bend from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 27.…
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Swamp Wells Trail Fire SE of Bend 30% contained; minimal fire activity seen amid mop-up
The Swamp Wells Trail Fire on the Deschutes National Forest nine miles south of Bend is now 30% contained and remains at 64 acres, amid mop-up work…
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24/7 livestreaming leads Bend man to deeper reflection
Bend resident Ethan McChristian recently made the courageous decision — some might have another word for it — to broadcast every moment of his life…
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Big upgrades (and, yes, more roundabouts) due on Bend’s Wilson Avenue
Roundabouts, better bike lanes and more are coming to Bend’s Southeast Wilson Avenue, between Second and 15th…
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Some frustrated Bend restaurants say Uber Eats has led to many unhappy customers
Two restaurants in Bend say the Uber Eats food-delivery platform, which is supposed to bring more business their way, has been hurting their…
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OSU in Corvallis, OSU-Cascades in Bend curb water use in response to statewide drought
Oregon State University and OSU-Cascades in Bend said Monday they are taking steps to reduce water usage in response to serious drought conditions…
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City of Bend accepting applications for Planning Commission
The City of Bend is accepting applications to fill a vacancy on the Planning Commission. Applications can be submitted online and are being accepted…
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Bend Park and Rec seeks public input on diversity, equity and inclusion
The Bend Park and Recreation District said Monday it wants to hear from community members about how the district is doing and how it can improve in…
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New Shepherd’s House shelter serving Bend homeless through summer
NewsChannel 21 talked Sunday with residents of the Bend shelter operated by the Shepherd’s House Ministries. With temperatures scaling up, the new…
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SE Bend driver jailed on DUII, hit-and-run charges after crashing into front of house, car
A Bend woman was arrested on DUII, reckless driving and other charges Saturday night, accused of crashing into a fence and driveway awning in front…
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Bend Park and Rec training new lifeguards
The Bend Park and Rec District is training new lifeguards amid a nationwide shortage in the key pool safety…
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