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The people of Palestine love the ancestral land from whence they came.

(GAZA CITY, State of Palestine) – A POEM:
“Where am I from?”
I’m from the land of prophets
Where they ascended to heavens.

I’m from the land of olive trees,
Lemons, apples and oranges
Where the guests are generously hosted.

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The cause of the Days Creek Fire is under investigation.

(CANYONVILLE, Ore.) – Four Type 2 helicopters and one Type 1 helicopter have been working on the fire, in addition to two large air tankers and two single-engine air tankers.

Equipment and personnel from industrial landowners, industrial operators and the Umpqua National Forest are assisting with suppression efforts.

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Failure to show the permit is a Class D violation with a $115 fine.

(SALEM, Ore.) – Paddlers of non-motorized boats will need to carry a Waterway Access Permit beginning August 1.

The permit is required for all non-motorized boats 10 feet and longer and replaces the Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Prevention Permit.

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Anyone with information, video, or photographs related to the crash should call Detective Pyle at 541-967-3950.

(SWEET HOME, Ore.) – The crash occurred about 2:00 p.m., while many were in the swimming area at Lewis Creek Park on Foster Lake east of Sweet Home.

A 23-year old male was operating the personal watercraft in the area when he lost control and the watercraft sped off toward shore striking several people with the worst injuries to two minor children.

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Salem Police Detective Angus “Scotty” Emmons was treated and released for non-life-threatening injuries.

(SALEM, Ore.) – Salem Police detectives were in their vehicle after conducting an investigation when an unknown vehicle drove up next to the detectives and several shots were fired at the detectives’ vehicle.

One of the bullets penetrated the car, striking a detective in the arm.

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“The outside agitators from Donald Trump’s paramilitary force must be withdrawn from Portland immediately.”

(PORTLAND, Ore.) – The Trump Administration sent federal law enforcement into Portland in order to suppress Oregonians advocating for justice at Black Lives Matter protests.

Federal law enforcement is utilizing unmarked vehicles to detain peaceful protesters.

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Salem-News.com (July 15, 2020 23:51) Ralph E. Stone, Salem-News.com Commentary

Risk of infection for students, teachers, school staff and all of their families should be of prime concern.

(SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.) – Many states seem schizophrenic about school openings, especially states that have done too little too late about curbing the pandemic.

Trump is pressuring schools to reopen without regard to whether it is safe to do so. And many red state governors are feeling the White House pressure to reopen in spite of the rising levels of new cases in their states, giving little or no consideration to the risk of infections to teachers, school staff, students and the families of these students.

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Salem-News.com (July 15, 2020 16:20) Mindi Hall, Salem-News.com Cannabis De-Classified

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW with Craig Cesal, recently released from federal prison where he was serving a life sentence on a first offense drug charge.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) – A few weeks have passed since Craig walked out of the prison yard and into the outside world. I caught up with Craig to find out how he was doing.

The following is his story in his own words.

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Suspect Mitchell was discovered to be already in custody at the Washington County Correctional Facility.

(McMINNVILLE, Ore.) – CRT investigators located and recovered nearly all the property stolen from the West Valley Fire Department burglary which included medical supplies, radios, and protective equipment.

In addition to the stolen property, a commercial drug amount of methamphetamine, illicit prescription pills, and evidence of delivery of a controlled substance was located.

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Oregon reports 4 new deaths and 217 new confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) – COVID-19 has claimed four more lives in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 224.

The Oregon Health Authority reported at 12:01 a.m. today that there are 217 new confirmed and presumptive cases of COVID-19, bringing the state total to 10,817.

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The Free Palestine Movement comments on the positive move for peace and justice by U.S. Congress

(OCCUPIED PALESTINE) – The Free Palestine Movement accepts the positive statement by twelve members of the U.S. Congress to condition aid to “Israel” on blocking annexation of territories in the Palestinian West Bank.

It is a gesture in the right direction, and we support it as such. However, we caution that it is a very small step and that much more is needed to restore justice.

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India’s embrace of the Dalai Lama in 1959, coupled with an unresolved border dispute, created renewed conflict between India and China.

(DIASPORA /Tamil Nadu) – India shares its 15,100 km long border with seven countries: Bangladesh, Myanmar, China, Bhutan, Nepal, Pakistan and Afghanistan.

Of these, India has a long history of border ties with China (3488 km) and Pakistan (3323 km). This is because after India gained independence from Britain, the borders between the two countries have not yet been properly determined. This has led to frequent clashes between India and China.

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All Activities Adhere to the Latest COVID-19 Health Guidance, Tours Remain Closed

(CAVE JUNCTION, Ore.) – While Cave tours remain closed, Oregon Caves National Monument and Preserve is offering ranger-led nature hikes and outreach presentations through August 2, 2020.

All surface areas of the park remain open for hiking and other uses. The Oregon Caves Visitor Center and the Illinois Valley Visitor Center are open daily from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Bring lots of questions.

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Oregon reports 218 new confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases, 5 new deaths

(PORTLAND, Ore.) – Oregon Health Authority reported 218 new confirmed and presumptive cases of COVID-19 bringing the state total to 10,605.

An outbreak of 22 cases of COVID-19 has been reported at Columbia River Processing in Morrow County. The cases include all persons linked to the outbreak, which may include household members and other close contacts to an employee.

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For the week, the national average remains at $2.18 a gallon. The Oregon average adds two cents to $2.61.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) – Drivers who hit the road for Independence Day found pump prices were about 60 cents a gallon cheaper than last year. The national average was the cheapest for the holiday since 2004 and the Oregon average was at its cheapest since 2016.

A few states also saw prices jump due to fuel tax increases on July 1. This includes California, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Nebraska, South Carolina and Maryland.

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Lincoln City Police arrested the group of men after they caused a “disturbance on the beach”.

(LINCOLN CITY, Ore.) – The initial officers arriving on scene in one of the Lincoln City Police Department’s beach ATV’s were immediately surrounded by this group of about 10 people who began taunting and challenging the officers for seizing illegal fireworks.

Several other officers arrived on scene and learned that this same group of white people had been taunting and challenging a family of black persons by yelling racial slurs at them, insulting them and using Nazi salutes towards them.

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Oregon’s death toll from COVID-19 is currently at 215.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) – OHA released its Weekly Testing Summary today, which showed that for the week of 6/28-7/5, 39,914 tests were conducted. Of those tests 5.3 percent were positive.

The Oregon Health Authority reported 168 new confirmed and presumptive cases of COVID-19 bringing the state total to 10,395 cases.

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A 4th of July ride in Eastern Oregon turned deadly for one Oregon man.

(WASCO COUNTY, Ore.) – A Harley-Davidson rider was killed in a crash Saturday, July 4th, near milepost 38 on Hwy 197 in Wasco County.

The riders were slowing to turn left onto Juniper Flat Rd., however, he was apparently unable to stop and crashed, avoiding the other motorcycles.

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Positive tests for COVID-19 have continuing to increase in Oregon

(PORTLAND, Ore.) – COVID-19 has claimed one more life in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 209, the Oregon Health Authority reported at 12:01 a.m. today.

Oregon Health Authority reported 375 new confirmed and presumptive cases of COVID-19 as of 12:01 a.m. today, bringing the state total to 9,294.

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Accused murderer Salman Khan is on the run and is wanted by police.

(Peshawar, PAKISTAN) – Nadeem Joseph bought a house in Swati Phatak, TV Colony in Peshawar on June 4. Just a few days later, Salman Khan and his sons set upon Nadeem and his mother-in-law Elizabeth Masih, spraying them with bullets and leaving Nadeem in critical condition.

Mr. Joseph was admitted to the hospital after the brutal attack, but died June 29th, 2020 after multiple surgeries.

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The alleged crimes occurred in January and February of 2019.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) – Today, Multnomah County District Attorney Rod Underhill announced the filing of a 24-count indictment against 55-year-old Tracy Steven Rasberry following a human sex trafficking investigation.

A Multnomah County grand jury charged Rasberry with 24 counts of promoting prostitution.

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No other nation spends even half what the United States does on militarism.

(SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.) – If we want local and state governments that provide experts in de-escalating conflict, professionals to assist those with drug addictions or mental illness, and skilled experts at handling traffic or responding to various sorts of emergencies, the funding is easily and logically found.

It’s sitting in the oversized budgets for armed policing and incarceration.

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Forecasts suggest that the U.S. could lose up to 25% of its restaurants.

(DENVER, Colo./GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – As consumers heeded the stay-at-home advisories, they increased purchases of products that in recent years had fallen out of favor.

Processed cheese sales increased by nearly 20% during the eight weeks ending May 31. White milk sales gained more than 10% during the same period. Cereal is also doing well with sales up almost 15%.

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Fighting the Pandemic and Reopening the Economy Ralph E. Stone, Salem-News.com Commentary

Successful Rescue of Fallen Climber on Mt Hood Salem-News.com

Two Fugitives from Alabama Arrested in Oregon Salem-News.com

Functions of HGH: Can It Change Life For the Better? Salem-News.com

Who Will Go to Prison Next: Purdue Pharma? The Sackler Family? Marianne Skolek-Perez Salem-News.com Investigative Reporter

Fatal Crash Claims Two When Vehicle Goes Off Cliff in Oregon Wilderness Salem-News.com

COVID-19 – Pandemic or Profit Maker? Marianne Skolek-Perez Salem-News.com Investigative Reporter

A Recession, Protests and a Pandemic: Trying to Reconcile the Irreconcilable Ralph E. Stone, Salem-News.com Commentary

Oregon Reports 2 Deaths and 101 New COVID-19 Cases Salem-News.com

Free Virtual Screening of Movie: The Story of Plastic Salem-News.com

Gas Prices Rise in Oregon as Drivers Return to the Road Salem-News.com

The End of Othering: Another Kind of Global Climate Change Winslow Myers special to Salem-News.com

Demand Racial Justice Stands Behind Protesters MoveOn.org special to Salem-News.com

Three Killed During Morning Crash East of Salem Salem-News.com

COVID-19 Outbreak in Oregon at Townsend Farms Sites Salem-News.com

COVID-19 Restrictions Ease as 100 Deadliest Days Begin for Teen Drivers Salem-News.com

Salem Police Issues Statement in Response to Protests Salem-News.com

Falling Tree Kills 13-Year Old Boater at Detroit Lake Salem-News.com

COVID-19 Claims Three More Oregon Lives Salem-News.com

On George Floyd’s Senseless In-Custody Death Ralph E. Stone, Salem-News.com Commentary

148 COVID Deaths in Oregon to Date Salem-News.com

Oregon Reports 71 New Confirmed and Presumptive COVID-19 Cases Salem-News.com

Oregon State Supreme Court Says Stay at Home Orders Remain in Place Salem-News.com

On Reopening the Economy Ralph E. Stone, Salem-News.com Commentary

Oregon’s First Case of Child with COVID-19 Linked PMIS Salem-News.com

Four More Deaths From COVID-19 in Oregon Salem-News.com