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Man Dies Tragically After Becoming Disoriented

Mr. Burwick spent 25 years in the Navy and an additional 11 years with the City of Salem as a Parking Enforcement Official, he retired in 1980.

(SALEM) - On Wednesday the 4th the Marion County Sheriff's Office responded to what appeared to be a motor vehicle crash in the 5600 block of Center Street NE. Tragically this was not the case.

According to family George Burwick age 76 left his residence in the 4800 block of Lancaster Drive NE on the evening of the 3rd. Mr. Burwick had been suffering from some memory loss according to Harlen Bell Mr. Burwick's son. Mr. Bell stated, "I think he just got lost."

Man Shot After Being Pulled Over by Detective in Unmarked Police Car

"After a male subject quickly exited, he was shot and injured by the Salem Police detective..."

(ALBANY OR) - Oregon State Police say a Salem Police detective driving an unmarked car shot a man on a public freeway Thursday night. It happened when the detective decided to pull a truck over for speeding and reckless driving on Interstate 5 near Halsey in Linn County.

The use of unmarked police cars in traffic stops is an extremely controversial subject that Salem-News.com has written about many times in the past.

Amber Alert Issued for Washington Girl

The suspect is identified as Edwardo Flores Rolases, age 19. He is described as a Hispanic male, 5'9", 225 lbs, with black hair and brown eyes.

(KENNEWICK WA) - At the request of Kennewick, Washington Police Department, an AMBER Alert has been activated in Oregon for a 14-year old female last seen December 4, 2013, getting into a vehicle and believed to be in the company of a 19-year old male. Kennewick Police Department believes the female was abducted, is endangered and may be enroute to Mexico.

According to Kennewick Police Department, on December 5, 2013, an AMBER Alert was activated in Washington State for a child who was last seen December 4th at 11:15 a.m. as she left school for lunch and got into her boyfriend's forest green Ford Escape sport utility vehicle with a temporary license tag in the window.

Newport Lighted Boat Parade, December 7

“It’s a feel good event for the boating community, as we help raise funds for our local charities, along with filling up shops and restaurants along the Bayfront” - Fran Mathews, co-owner of Marine Discovery Tours

(NEWPORT, OR) - On December 7th, Newport's Yaquina Bay will light up like a Christmas tree – except this one floats on the water. The 20th annual Light Boat Parade takes to the bay, guaranteed to put anyone in the holiday spirit.

Thousands and thousands of lights adorn dozens of boats, which make a large loop around the bay, from the Coast Guard Station to the Embarcadero Resort and back, showing off a variety of colorful designs.

Statement from Missing 13-Year Old Samantha Dodson`s Parents

"A lot of worried people are out looking for you right now. Your friends are sharing their concern and spreading the word. And the community is doing everything they can to find you." - family statement

(CLACKAMAS) - Police say 13-year-old runaway Samantha Dodson is endangered. They believe she may have left with 40-year-old male Kelsey McCune. Authorities believe Dodson and McCune, age 40, may be using public transit.

They may also have camping equipment. The Sheriff's Office is concerned about Dodson's welfare because of the record-cold temperatures expected to last for days.

Clackamas Sheriff`s Office Seeks Endagered 13 Year Old Girl

Samantha Dodson may be in the company of a 40 year old male named Kelsey McCune. He is described as a white male, age 40, 6 foot tall and 170 lbs., with a glass eye and salt-and-pepper hair.

(OREGON CITY ) - The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office is looking for an endangered 13 year old runaway, possibly in the company of a 40 year old male. Citizens are urged to call 911 immediately if they see her.

She is described as a white female, 5 foot 4 inch and 125 lbs., with brown eyes and a slim build. Her hair was recently dyed red.

23 Pounds of Cocaine Discovered and Seized

Estimated Value is a Half Million Dollars.

(CENTRAL POINT OR) - Two California residents were arrested Tuesday night when an Oregon State Police (OSP) trooper discovered approximately 23 pounds of cocaine in their vehicle during a traffic stop on Interstate 5 near Central Point. OSP Drug Enforcement Section detectives are continuing the investigation.

On December 3, 2013 at approximately 10:24 p.m., an OSP trooper stopped a Chrysler Sebring four-door displaying California license plates northbound on Interstate 5 near milepost 32 for a speed violation

Marion County Firefighters Celebrate 15 Years of Fund Raising for Special Cause‏

'Fill the Boot' Also Involves Our Family Members and Close Friends All Coming Together

(SALEM OR) - For over 15 years, Marion County Fire District #1 Professional Firefighters Local 2557 has been raising money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) to fight neuromuscular disease with 'Fill the Boot' fundraisers.

On November 29, 2013, MCFD#1 firefighters donated time and resources to lay the foundation for another successful 'Fill the Boot' fundraiser.

Evergreen Aviation Confirms Financial Troubles

Evergreen International Aviation, Inc. CEO Del Smith confirms in a press release, that Evergreen's business, "has been adversely impacted over the past several years by decreased demand in military spending and weakness in global economic markets."

(MCMINNVILLE) - Oregon's longtime aviation pioneer, Delford M. Smith, confirms rumors that his facility, Evergreen International Aviation, Inc., headquartered in McMinnville, is financially impacted by a rollback in federal defense spending.

With reported ties to groups like the Central Intelligence Agency, Smith built a fortune supplying civilian aircraft and crews for military roles in what many describe as the clandestine air force, "Air America."

Sen. Wyden`s Logging Bill Threatens Listed Birds, Integrity of the Northwest Forest Plan

Sen. Wyden’s plan ignores a large number of recent scientific studies and government rulemakings indicating additional wildlife habitat conservation is needed in Oregon.

(WASHINGTON, DC) - Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) has released a legislative proposal to greatly increase logging on over two million acres of federal forests in Oregon by truncating or eliminating environmental reviews and protections for endangered species.

“Logging mature forests that are now protected would come at too a high a price in terms of lost habitat to endangered species such as the Marbled Murrelet...” said Steve Holmer, senior policy advisor with American Bird Conservancy.