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Lincoln City woman alleged to have stolen $70,000 from elderly Keizer couple

A Lincoln City woman became the owner of a ski boat and pickup truck after allegedly stealing approximately $70,000 from an elderly Keizer couple.

All-star band to get ‘Close to You’ with Burt Bacharach tribute at Cultural Center

Renowned flugelhornist Dmitri Matheny will lead an all-star band Thursday, Aug. 1, in a tribute to the music of legendary composer Burt Bacharach at...

Fired Lincoln City firefighter seeks $2 million jury trial, chief’s firing in discrimination suit

Fired local firefighter Philip Rilatos has filed a $2 million sex discrimination lawsuit against North Lincoln Fire & Rescue District #1 seeking a jury trial and the firing of interim chief Rob Dahlman.

Rotary Club of Lincoln City brings ‘Music to the Park’

After a year of fundraising by Rotary Club of Lincoln City, new outdoor musical instruments are ready for use at Regatta Park and a dedication ceremony will be held later this month.

Lincoln City Police Interceptors get recall fix; two new vehicles hit streets

Twelve Lincoln City Police Ford Explorer Interceptors are being fixed due to a recall issued by Ford, and two 2019 Explorers join the fleet with a fresh look.

City Council grants free registration for Parks & Rec fall sports leagues

With the ball in its court, credit the Lincoln City City Council with an assist for granting local kids free registration for participation in several youth sports leagues this fall.

Taft grad Arce-Torres crosses finish line on top in track and in classroom

Taft High grad and Western Oregon University sophomore Gabe Arce-Torres parlayed his freshman season on the track last spring into being honored Tuesday for his academic success by the U.S. Track and Field & Cross Country Coaches Association.

Lincoln City pastor denied conditional release

Mitchell Houston Conte, a Lincoln City pastor who was indicted on seven felony sex charges in June, was denied conditional release Monday by Judge Sheryl Bachart at the Lincoln County Courthouse.

Lincoln City students provide Port of Newport with valuable data

Students at a Lincoln City summer camp recently applied their burgeoning skills and the latest mapping technology to a unique work-study project that will ultimately assist the Port of Newport in future improvements.

Lincoln City Police Log July 12-18

Extra Patrol Request - Regatta Park - Reports of teenagers causing a ruckus in the early hours of the morning. Ongoing issue.

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