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Free Community Event in Roseburg to Address Online Safety and Youth Exploitation

Free Community Event in Roseburg to Address Online Safety and Youth Exploitation

A free community event in Roseburg on October 22 will help parents and residents recognize online safety risks, identify warning signs of exploitation, and learn ways to protect young people. Detective Kevin Taggart will discuss local cases and prevention efforts.

Winston Police Department Hosting Free Medication Take-Back Event Saturday

Winston Police Department Hosting Free Medication Take-Back Event Saturday

The Winston Police Department and MED-Project will host a free medication take-back event Saturday, October 24, from 9 a.m. to noon at 131 Rose Avenue. Residents can safely dispose of unwanted or expired household medications.

West Goedeck Avenue Expected to Reopen Oct. 22; Old Melrose Closure Set for Friday

West Goedeck Avenue Expected to Reopen Oct. 22; Old Melrose Closure Set for Friday

West Goedeck Avenue is expected to reopen by 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22. Old Melrose Road will then close near West Goedeck from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, for sewer work. Detours will be posted, and residents will retain access.

Sutherlin Police Earn State Accreditation After Yearlong Review

Sutherlin Police Earn State Accreditation After Yearlong Review

Sutherlin Police have earned state accreditation after a yearlong review of department policies, practices, and accountability standards. The department voluntarily pursued the recognition, which requires outside assessment and reassessment every three years.

Injured Paraglider Rescued From North Bank Habitat Area Near Roseburg

Injured Paraglider Rescued From North Bank Habitat Area Near Roseburg

Emergency crews rescued a 46-year-old paraglider who was injured Monday morning in the North Bank Habitat area northeast of Roseburg. Search and Rescue members helped transport the man to a waiting ambulance, while a deputy made sure his dog got home safely.

DFPA Responds To Two Weekend Fires As Fire Season Restrictions Continue

DFPA Responds To Two Weekend Fires As Fire Season Restrictions Continue

DFPA crews responded to two vegetation fires Saturday, including a 1.75-acre fire in Canyonville. Fire season restrictions, including limits on debris burning, remain in effect as the Douglas District awaits substantial rainfall.

West Goedeck Avenue Closure Extended Through October 26

West Goedeck Avenue Closure Extended Through October 26

The closure of West Goedeck Avenue in Roseburg has been extended through 5 p.m. Monday, October 26, as crews continue sanitary sewer work. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes and allow extra travel time.