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Rash of vehicle break-ins prompts police response

Justin Werner
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Rash of vehicle break-ins prompts police response

Broken into vehicles Lincoln City

A string of broken into vehicles has Lincoln City Police on the hunt for suspects who broke windows, took items and ruined an ignition system.

“We’ve had a little rash of vehicles being broken into and we’re working on that,” LCPD Lieutenant Jeffrey Winn said. “With those cases we are putting together something to locate, identify and arrest the suspects.”

On Tuesday, Jan. 3, three vehicles were broken into in south Lincoln City at the following locations:

SE Mast Avenue – Caller reported his vehicle was broken into and the ignition was torn apart and something was stuck inside of it.

4009 SW Highway 101 (Inn at Spanish head) – Caller reported vehicle broken into while parked at this location. Rear passenger window was broken out.

SW 51st Street – Caller reported subjects broke truck window and left the scene, then returned to take items.

The car clout crimes were reported Tuesday at 9:19 a.m., 11:31 a.m. and 11:48 a.m.

If you have any information or video of the crimes please contact the non-emergency Lincoln City Police line at 541-994-3636.

Samaritan’s first babies of 2023

Mary Jo Kerlin
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Samaritan’s first babies of 2023

SNLH first baby family

The first baby born in 2023 at a Samaritan Health Services hospital arrived in Lincoln City at 12:58 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 1, followed a few hours later by the first baby of the year in Newport.

With three different possible due dates, Nicole and Ricky Nava weren’t sure what side of New Year’s Day their little girl would choose to arrive – 2022 or 2023. In fact, when Athena Jade-Louise was born at Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital just 58 minutes into the new year, she became the official “New Year Baby” for all of Samaritan’s five hospitals in Benton, Lincoln and Linn counties.

At birth, Athena weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces and was 20 inches long. She is welcomed home by big brother Damian, age 4. OB/GYN Meredith Mann, DO, was the presiding physician at the birth.

Although Nicole and Ricky are both from California originally, they didn’t meet until they each moved to Lincoln City several years ago. They currently live in Lincoln City where they are very busy tending to their preschooler while working and going to school. Nicole is employed at Tidal Raves in Depoe Bay and Ricky works at Salishan Coastal Lodge while studying to be a licensed massage therapist.

All new parents at the hospital receive a special celebration meal of their choice. Also, the first baby of the new year and family received many other gifts from the hospital compliments of the North Lincoln Hospital Foundation, SNLH Auxiliary and SHS Marketing.

The second Samaritan baby of the new year was Elias Rafael Hernandez Hernandez. Born at Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital, he arrived at 8:34 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 1. He weighed 9 pounds, 10.8 ounces and was 20.5 inches long. OB/GYN Jennifer Brewer, MD, was the presiding physician at the birth.

Elias was welcomed by parents Monica Hernandez Morfinez and Ramiro Hernandez Lezama, along with an 8-year-old sister and 5-year-old brother. All three of the couple’s children were born at Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital and Monica and Ramiro both work at Pacific Seafood in Newport. Speaking through a language interpreter, Monica said she would stay at home to care for their newborn. Ramiro also added that their daughter had the chance to meet baby Elias and “she was very happy” with a second baby brother.

While all new parents at the hospital receive a special celebration meal – with their baby’s footprints inked onto the paper menu – the first baby of the new year and family received many other gifts including a car seat, pack-n-play, a case of diapers and other fun and useful items.

Investigation and tips lead to drug bust

Justin Werner
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Investigation and tips lead to drug bust
Gregory Brooks
Photo courtesy Lincoln City Police Department

Lincoln City Police working in concert with McMinnville Police and working off tips from the public, executed a search warrant at Siletz Bay Lodge in Lincoln City Monday, arresting two and seizing criminal amounts of fentanyl and meth.

According to LCPD, after a lengthy investigation of narcotics coming from suspects staying at various hotels in Lincoln City, officers located dangerous drugs at Siletz Bay Lodge on 51st Street.

Arrested at the hotel was Gregory brooks, 59, of Portland. Brooks was charged with delivery, and manufacture of methamphetamine, possession, delivery, and manufacture of fentanyl, felon in possession of a restricted weapon, and frequenting a place where drugs are kept and sold. Brooks was taken to the Lincoln County Jail.

Also arrested was 26-year-old Clorissa Wood, of Portland. Wood was charged with possession, delivery, and manufacture of methamphetamine, possession, delivery, and manufacture of fentanyl, and frequenting a place where drugs are kept and sold. Wood was taken to the Lincoln County Jail.

Law enforcement found fentanyl pills, powder and methamphetamine along with other drug paraphernalia including digital scales and packaging materials.

Lincoln City Police gave special thanks to the McMinnville Police and McMinnville Police Narcotics K9 Tucker for their assistance with the case. Additionally, LCPD wants to thank citizens and businesses for their tips that assisted the investigation.

Christmas Flood Advisory

Justin Werner
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Christmas Flood Advisory

 

NWS FloodingA Coastal Flood Advisory has been issued by National Weather Service Portland (NWS) for Christmas Day until 10 p.m. for the Central Oregon Coast.

NWS says tidal overflow flooding is expected up to one foot above ground level during high tides in low lying areas near bays, sloughs and lower reaches of coastal rivers.

Due to elevated river levels combined with high astronomical tides, property damage can occur but is usually localized. Low-lying roads may be closed due to high water.

An icy night brings thawing for some

Don Williams
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An icy night brings thawing for some

 

Ice accumulation near Otis, OR

Around 4pm Thurday night many people were reporting that they were noticing ice forming on their porch decks and tree limbs.

By 8p.m. the freezing rain that was predicted for Lincoln City arrived.

Stranded driver outside Puerto Vallarta Mexican Restaurant
An icy parking lot at Safeway

Lincoln City Homepage Community facebook page was awash in reports of strandings and accidents.

The Lincoln City Police Department reported on their Facebook post, “MIDNIGHT UPDATE – the roads on the north side of the city are still icy in spots, but have mostly turned to slush.”

Driving this morning at 8a.m. from D river toward Otis, I noted how the driving conditions deteriorated rapidly east milepost 3.

As of 9a.m. Oregon State Police had closed Hwy 18 west from mileposts 15 through 21 (six miles west of Grand Rhonde).

Hwy 101 through Lincon City is wet and predominantly ice free but watch for sheltered areas, bridges and road shoulders that have not yet thawed.

Freezing rain expected in Lincoln City

Justin Werner
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Freezing rain expected in Lincoln City

National Weather Service Portland (NWS) issued a Winter Weather Advisory for freezing rain for the Central Oregon Coast until 4 a.m. Friday.

NWS predicts ice accumulation of around .15 – .25 of an inch and issued the advisory at 11:34 a.m. Thursday.

Power outages and tree damage is possible and travel may be difficult. Drivers are urged to use caution and slow down.

For the latest road conditions call 511, or visit https://www.tripcheck.com

Lincoln City Police Log

Don Williams
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Lincoln City Police Log

 

Homepage file photo

Actiivity as reported by Lincoln City police. All subjects are innocent unless proven guilty by a court of law.

January 22, 2023

Catalytic Converter stolen: 717 SW Fleet

License plate stolen:  1035 NW Harbor

January 21, 2023

Car break ins:  1000 SE Hwy 101 (Goodwill) and 2821 NW Hwy 101 (Game Over).  Reporting vehicles broken into and purses stolen

                
December 21, 2022

Found Property: 1717 NW Highway 101. Cell phone in parking lot. Phone taken for safekeeping.

Follow up Ref case: Kelly Helms Arrested and transported to LCJ

Found property: Sandpiper Suites 1815 NW Harbor
Housekeeping reported finding trash bag with laptop, chargers and other personal belongings.

Suspicious activity: 336 SE Quay Report of eggs thrown at residence.

Extra patrol requested: 4039 NW Logan Rd, Chamber of Commerce office. Suspicion of someone sleeping on deck at night.

December 22, 2022

Failure to register:  Scott Lowell Church taken into custody for failure to register as a sex offender.  Transported to LCJ

Dumping Trash/Misdemeanor warrant:  4842 NW Hwy 101 SE hwy 101.  Jesse Lee Freeman.  Taken into custody, transported to LCJ

DUII:  Franklin Dotson . NW 39th st and Hwy 101. Subject cited and released

December 27, 2022

Disturbance:  NE 21st Avenue. Lincoln City.  Scott Cotter, responding to call about a man yelling swinging club/stick, wearing a gas mask.  Suspect located at his residence, 1752 NE 20th.  Cited and released for tresspass 2, disorderly conduct 2.

 

 

Truck takes out communications pole

Don Williams
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Truck takes out communications pole
Photos and video courtesy of Phil Magnun.

At approximately 4p.m. Monday a 2016 Ford pick up struck a pole in front of Calvary Chapel.
Lincoln City police responded to the scene and temporarily halted all through traffic and diverted drivers to SE High School Dr.

Photos and video courtesy of Phil Magnun


No injuries were reported.

Power was reportedly lost and quickly restored in the area. According to sources, the pole belonged to Century Link and carried communication cables.

Crews worked throught the night and all lines and supports are back in place.

Chief Broderick takes over

Don Williams
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Chief Broderick takes over

 

Police Chief Broderick

At a public ceremony held in the Lincoln City Police department community room, Dave Broderick was sworn in as Lincoln City’s newest police Chief. Broderick took the oath of office as administered by city recorder Jamie Young.

City recorder Young administers oath to Broderick


Broderick was introduced by outgoing Chief Jerry Palmer who said, “Over four years ago…I had an opportunity to lay out a plan to take us into an area we hadn’t been able to obtain; including this facility, equipment and training.  When I reached out and dragged Dave out from… undercover to supervision and part of command staff, was for me, one of the brightest parts of my career because this man stepped up and all of goals (we set) would not have happened if it were not for this man because he bought into the vision and took it by the reins…”

Palmer continued, “He stayed the course… the best leadership to take us into the future is already built into this department.” 

Palmer then pinned the Chief’s stars on Broderick’s shirt collar and presented his successor to the crowd.

Former chief of police pins chief’s stars on Broderick


“I’m more than humbled to be standing here today looking out at the faces of so many people that have been a part of my life and career.” said Broderick. That man (Palmer) paved the way for where we are today, so thank you.”

“We will do our very best to continue…our relationship with the community, the professionalism we have and the pride we have in this department. I hope that I can always do the right thing to make sure the city will always trust in us.”

Inflation in Lincoln City

Don Williams
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Inflation in Lincoln City
Prehistoric inflation!

It seems that there is no escaping inflation in Lincoln City.  From dinosaurs to Santa, from R2-D2 to snowmen, inflatable Christmas decorations are nearly as popular around town as twinkling Christmas lights. 

Home inflatables are relatively new, compared to the large commercial displays, but where did they come from originally?  Well, you can thank Gemmy Industries and the creator of Big Mouth Billy Bass.

Inflation from a galaxy far, far away.
It must be St. Nick!

According to gemmy.fandom.com:

Airblown Inflatables are inflatable holiday indoor and outdoor decorations for all occasions. Their sizes range from 2 feet to about 20 feet tall/long. They are one of Gemmy’s longest lasting product lines, and are also one of the most popular range of decorations that Gemmy has produced since their introduction in 2001.

After Big Mouth Billy Bass’s success, Gemmy’s co-owner, Dan Flaherty, was looking for another hit.

He was inspired by those giant inflated gorillas that you see outside of car dealerships.  His idea was, how do you turn that into something that the residential consumer can decorate with?

Early prototypes were inflated with hair dryers, which would overheat and burn out. Eventually Gemmy patented a fan that could run for months at a time. Regular polyester wouldn’t inflate well, so the company worked with fabric mills to develop a special coating.

In 2001, Gemmy launched its first Airblown Inflatable, an 8-foot tall Santa Claus. “He was actually quite primitive,” Harris said. “He had the big triangle of white fabric between his legs to give enough support so that he could stand up.”

Firefighter Santa to the rescue!
Front lawn Christmas camping.
Is Grinch taking or returning the gifts?
Penguins and turtles and trees! Oh my!

Airblown Motor Evolution (according to https://gemmy.fandom.com/)

  • All 4 ft inflatables had the small circle fan with the transformer in the middle of the plug: 2000 -2007
  • Metal base with attachable legs: 2002
  • Metal base with fold down legs: 2002-2003
  • Plastic black/gray base with fold down legs: 2004-present day
  • 4ft round inflator with no lights: 2004-2008
  • 3ft-5ft round inflator with light: 2007-present day
  • Plastic outside base with molded non-foldable legs in big Airblowns: 2004-present day
  • Plastic gray base with fold down legs and cover on animated Airblowns: 2012
    Inflation on the farm.
    A hot tub filled with cocoa!
    Yoda and Snoopy party with the Gingerbread man!

Easy to install and easy to store, the pillowy billowing bags of festive cheer bring smiles to passerby and homeowner.  Of course the inflatable has but one nemesis here on the coast. Wind.  More than one display was seen toppled over in town.  Despite that, the hearty homeowner, with enough tent stakes and twine, can easily secure their polyester sculptures and not risk tumbling off a ladder.

Even Santa has to wait for the puppy.
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