Bend Fire & Rescue warns of holiday fire hazards, offers reminders
It’s a season of Christmas trees and lights, and joy — and unfortunately, also of fire hazards that Bend Fire & Rescue want you to keep in…
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Bend’s Santa Express won’t roll through neighborhoods, but donations still sought
Even with the recovery of the economy, there is still a need for support of local food banks and charities, and The Salvation Army is no different.…
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Holiday miracle in La Pine: Cat missing for four years is reunited with happy owner
A holiday miracle is at hand for a former La Pine resident who was reunited with her cat, Schrodinger, who has been missing for the past four…
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‘Buy A Tree, Change A Life’ Lot Opens
At the Father’s House Church in Bend, a Christmas tree lot aimed to raise money for children has opened. Organizers say it’s off to a busy…
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Pet Pals: Mia is one pretty kitty
This week, we introduce you to Mia, a 1 1/2-year-old cat waiting — again — for a new home at the Humane Society of Central…
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The Bend Christmas Tree is officially lit
NewsChannel 21’s Bob Shaw joins Bend Mayor Sally Russell and none other than Santa Claus himself to light the official city of Bend Christmas…
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Furry Friends: Gambit has a lot of love to give
Gambit is an active, 6-year-old pit bull-husky mix who’s been a pretty good boy while waiting for a new home at Redmond’s BrightSide Animal…
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Many turn to real Christmas trees as bright spot amid virus
Christmas tree growers who have faced increased interest in artificial trees in recent years say demand for real, fresh-cut evergreens is strong this…
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C.O. cooks talk of challenges preparing first Thanksgiving feast on their own this year
Many Central Oregon families who have relied on others to prepare Thanksgiving meals in the past were doing their own cooking for the first time this…
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Another Thanksgiving tradition: Last-minute grocery trip
Whether it’s the full-meal late deal or those forgotten ingredients for the Thanksgiving feast, NewsChannel 21 caught up with some last-minute…
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C.O. restaurants busy cooking many to-go, delivery Thanksgiving meals this year
This year, many Central Oregonians will be spending Thanksgiving alone, or with a small group at their home, for the first time.…
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‘Holiday Tails’ Arts & Crafts Fair goes virtual, benefits Humane Society of C. Oregon
This holiday season, shop local, support artists and help homeless animals with online shopping during the Virtual Holiday Tails Arts & Crafts Fair…
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Salvation Army in Bend lacks bell-ringers
Volunteers and donations are down this year, but the need is…
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‘Artists Sunday’ movement promotes local art as holiday gifts
This year, the Sunday after Thanksgiving is all about shopping for art. The Oregon Arts Commission is proud to be one of 330 nationwide partners for…
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Oregon state fire marshal urges: Add fire safety to your holiday to-do list
Though Thanksgiving may look different for many Oregonians this year, State Fire Marshal Mariana-Ruiz-Temple is asking residents to put cooking fire…
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Pet Pals: Theo needs attention, but will make a great pet
He’s young and full of…
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Furry Friends: Meet Shay, a sweet 5-year-old Siamese
Shay is a very sweet 5-year-old Siamese cat waiting for a new home at Redmond’s BrightSide Animal…
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Christmas Tree Project of Bend returns, offering free trees for those in need
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Local volunteer and community activist Lindsay Greco is passionate about the holiday season. Not only does she enjoy celebrating…
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Bend woman’s animal-detection dog reunites cats with wildfire evacuees
Katie Albright and her 3-year-old dog, Franklin, are helping some wildfire evacuees reunite with their lost…
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Home Instead’s ‘Be a Santa to a Senior’ program adapts with the times
At a time when it may be more important than ever, Home Instead’s® seasonal favorite Be A Santa to a Senior returns stronger than ever, with new…
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