Heating funds run short

As the federal government tries to curtail its spending by cutting heating aid, many lower income families are struggling to stay warm this winter.

Crab season is set

The season usually starts on Dec. 1, but this year, concerns about quality and price slowed negotiations, leaving boats tied up until now.

State houses hinge on Schrader

Both houses of the Oregon Legislature could be split down the middle if incumbent Democrat Martha Schrader’s miniscule lead over Alan Olsen is wiped away in Senate District 20.