Oregon Governor Kate Brown announced sweeping new statewide regulations Friday to slow the spread of COVID-19 after the state's second day of reporting more than new 1,000 cases. The two-week regulations bring many businesses back to the capacity they were…

The first picture I am sharing was taken around the mid l960s when the fishing fleet had grown to 50 boats. An article on the front page of the Aug. 4, 1966, Western World told the story.

Mayor Wetherell and council members have proven to the citizens of North Bend they serve special interests, instead of those that elected them. Ignoring their budget, Mayor Wetherell and the council, passed a “Safety Fee.” Lying to the citizens of…

Thomas W. Cooley, 94, of North Bend died October 17, 2020 in North Bend. Cremation rites will be held at Ocean View Memory Gardens Crematory, Coos Bay under the direction of Coos Bay Chapel. 541-267-3131. www.coosbayareafunerals.com

Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center has started a community health needs assessment.

SOUTH COAST — The preschool at the Emanuel Episcopal Church has seen a "death and resurrection" in 2020, according to the Rev. Patti Hale, the Parish's priest-in-charge.

CURRY COUNTY — The Curry County Board of Commissioners is seeking north county (as defined by the boundaries of the 2CJ (Port Orford Langlois School District) applicants for the Tourism Promotions Committee with a term expiring Dec. 31, 2023.

BANDON — The North Bank Lane fire that started from a downed power line on Tuesday morning has burned approximately 319 acres and was 20% contained as of Wednesday afternoon, according Coos Forest Protective Association spokesperson Dominique Ray.

BANDON — A fire on North Bank Lane that started Tuesday morning has burned more than 300 acres and threatened homes in the area.

For most South Coast school districts, the new school year starts in the next few weeks.

January 27, 1925 - September 1, 2020

Bandon’s Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center adapts to the 'new normal'

BANDON — A drive-by birthday party was held Monday afternoon, Aug. 17, at her Ocean Drive residence for lifelong resident Mary Capps, who turned 96 on that day. Residents drove by and wished her well, dropping off flowers and cards.

BANDON — There's so many things Barbara Dodrill has done, it's hard to know where to start. But let it be said that this woman, who's turning 93 on Tuesday, has lived a full life and continues to give to…

LANGLOIS — There are u-pick opportunities for fresh organic strawberries and blueberries and this season they are sweeter than ever.

LANGLOIS — Firefighters responded a fully involved structure fire and explosion on Indian Lane in Langlois on Monday, Aug. 3.