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Obituary: Tim Clarke
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Obituary: Tim Clarke

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Timothy (Tim) Richard Clarke of Hood River, Ore., passed away suddenly on Dec. 14, 2022, at Providence St. Vincent Medical Center. Tim was bor…

Obituary: Louise Hexum
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Obituary: Louise Hexum

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Louise Ione Hexum, 94, died Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022. Her funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 18 at Zion Lutheran Church, 10th…

Obituary: Marilyn Willey
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Obituary: Marilyn Willey

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We are sad to announce the passing of Marilyn Marie Willey of Dallesport, Wash. On Monday, Nov. 7, 2022, Marilyn entered the gates of heaven t…

Obituary: Sam Heka Jr.
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Obituary: Sam Heka Jr.

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Taefu Samoauatasi Taisi Heka Jr., who was known by his loved ones, friends, and cohorts as Sam and or Sammie, age 51, formerly of the Bay Area…

Medicine drop boxes increased
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Medicine drop boxes increased

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THE DALLES — Disposal of a wide variety of medications has become easier in Wasco and Sherman counties.

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COMMENTARY: Even offensive letters have value

  • Columbia Gorge News
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As editor of the Columbia Gorge News, I’m sometimes asked why we print a specific letter the reader finds deeply offensive.

It’s a good question, and I understand the reader’s consternation.

We review every letter according to our published policies. Those policies are weighted toward allowing our readers to speak freely on topics they believe are important.