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`News` Related Internet Anomalies Wednesday Affect Salem-News.com

It just seemed odd and suspicious that the particular word "news" would be so strongly affected. This should give the more paranoid thinkers reading this something to talk about.

(SALEM, Ore.) - While monitoring the volume of Web traffic that Salem-News.com draws nearly every day, I have become a sort of addict, always eagerly anticipating the figures that a new hour brings.

These statistics are a direct reflection of how good we are, and how many people our stories attract from search engines like Google, Yahoo and now Bing.

Boise Woman Injured in Bicycle Crash During Cycle Oregon South of Grants Pass

The rider was was wearing all required protective equipment including a helmet.

(GRANTS PASS, Ore.) - An Idaho woman participating in Cycle Oregon was seriously injured Wednesday morning when she crashed on her bicycle on Highway 199 south of Grants Pass. The woman is reported in stable condition at Rogue Valley Medical Center in Medford.

Police say a preliminary information indicates on September 16, 2009 at approximately 8:30 a.m. 48-year old Catheryn Alexander of Boise, Idaho was riding northbound with a group of cyclists along Highway 199 near milepost 11.

Reverend Benny & Mister Sid`s At Your Service #62

Salem's only original online cartoon strip!

(Salem) - Some people work hard all their lives. They do the right thing. They go to school. They never stop learning whether they're in a classroom or not. They're interested in just about everything. They're kind and generous. They always have a kind word to say about everyone they know. They make good choices.

Then there are the people who are always looking for a get-rich-quick scheme...

Armed Robbery Suspect Sought in Clackamas County

The robbery suspect is described as a white, male adult in his late 20's to early 30's, about six feet tall, and 220 pounds.

(CLACKAMAS, Ore.) - Investigators in Clackamas County say last Friday just before 4:00 p.m., a male subject robbed The Coffee's On -- a coffee shop located on SE Sunnyside Road, in Clackamas.

Detective Jim Strovink with the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office, says they believe the robbery suspect was armed. He reportedly stole an undisclosed amount of cash.

Yamhill County Charity Director Indicted for Embezzlement

Elizabeth Rhode was arrested on September 15, 2009.

(MCMINNVILLE, Ore.) - Elizabeth Anne Rhode faces seven counts of forgery and aggravated theft for allegedly stealing more than $50,000 from the Crystal Dawn Smith Rilee Foundation, Yamhill County Sheriff Jack Crabtree said.

The Sheriff joined Yamhill County District Attorney Brad Berry and Oregon Attorney General John Kroger today, to announce the indictment and arrest of the local charity director on charges of embezzlement.

Tackling Piracy at Sea Conference Set for Early December

The Tackling Piracy at Sea Conference happens at the Westbury Hotel, London, UK, 2nd and 3rd December 2009.

(LONDON) - Following on the successful event that took place in March 2009, organizers will again host the conference, Tackling Piracy at Sea, in London.

The group Ecoterra says that since international naval forces have been patrolling the Gulf of Aden, it has been hoped that piracy in the region will be curbed or cease altogether. "However, the problem has not gone away and indeed there is evidence that piracy attacks are increasing in other global regions," Ecoterra said in a statement.

Feds Say Health Insurance Reform Cannot Wait in Oregon

“In states across the country we’ve seen the health care coverage situation go from bad to worse” -Kathleen Sebelius

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius today released a new analysis of last week’s U.S. Census numbers regarding the uninsured. The results are sobering and confirm that health insurance reform cannot wait another year. Nationwide, the number of uninsured increased from 39.8 million in 2001 to 46.3 million in 2008.

“These numbers only serve to further confirm a reality that far too many American families live with every day,” said Secretary Sebelius.

Oregon`s Minimum Wage Won`t Rise in 2010

Cost-of-living wage peg is "working as intended," says OCPP.

(SILVERTON, Ore.) - Oregon's lowest-paid workers won't be getting a raise next year. With the recession keeping inflation in check, Oregon law has not triggered a cost-of-living increase in the state's minimum wage for 2010, the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) announced today.

The state's minimum wage will stay put at $8.40 an hour in 2010, the first year without an increase since Measure 25 took effect. That voter-approved measure upped the state's minimum wage in 2003 and mandated subsequent annual cost-of-living increases based on the Consumer Price Index.

Chuck Bennett Says He`ll Run for Salem Mayor

Chuck Bennett, Ward 1 City Councilor from inner north Salem, announces his candidacy for Mayor of Salem.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Chuck Bennett, 61, is a former newspaper reporter and editor, state legislator and currently works as Director of Government Relations for the Confederation of Oregon School Administrators. He moved to Salem in 1966 -- 43 years ago -- and graduated from Willamette University in 1970.

“When current Mayor Janet Taylor told me she would not seek re-election I took the time to talk with fellow councilors and citizens and determined that I could bring my experience in public service to the job at a time when it will be needed,” Bennett said.

Oregon Motorcycle Operator Dies from Injuries Sustained in Monday Crash

The crash happened Monday on Belt Line Road north of Eugene.

(EUGENE, Ore.) - A Springfield-area motorcyclist who was seriously injured Monday afternoon in a motorcycle crash, died early Wednesday morning at an area hospital. The crash happened police say, when the rider lost control of his motorcycle and crashed on Belt Line Road north of Eugene.

Oregon State Police says 21-year old Timothy Russell Tull of Springfield was riding a 1997 Yamaha motorcycle September 14, 2009 at approximately 4:10 p.m. eastbound on Belt Line Road near milepost 6 when the crash occurred.