Couple leave high-octane jobs for new life in Sweet Home
Sarah Brown John and Jane Suh spent their entire lives in cities, but for the past year have…
Bureaucratic boo-boo brings local tree farm unexpected publicity
Sarah Brown Jon West, owner of West’s Tree Farm on Berlin Road, finds social media and the Internet…
Local director brings stories of service to life in ‘Veterans’ Voices’
Sarah Brown As a storyteller and eight-year volunteer on the South Willamette Valley Honor Flight, Leigh Matthews Bock…
Retired dentist stays active with interests ranging far and wide
Sarah Brown When Henry Wolthuis retired from his dentistry practice in Sweet Home in 2014, he found himself…
Women on Weddle: Seniors decide they’re done with sitting
Sarah Brown Editor’s note: The New Era’s policy is to not promote individuals on our staff in our…
Cascadia resident’s Ghost Towne awakens memories of past
Sarah Brown What started out as a means to keep Terry Lahodny’s pets safe and teach his grandchildren…
Sr. Center director stepping down – figuratively, at least
Sarah Brown In the early mornings, while most people are still asleep or just beginning to wake up,…
Lebanon complex to have 48 units
Sarah Brown Applegate Landing broke ground on its new veterans housing project in Lebanon Friday, Aug. 21. The…
Old craft gets new life
Sarah Brown Of The New Era There’s an old Scout song and a movie about Steamboat Bill, but…
At 83, age hasn’t slowed Howard Crover much as he’s still haulin’ logs
Sarah Brown Some people are so married to something that the phrase, “It’s in their blood,” rings true…
Seniors devote seamstress skills to maskmaking efforts
Sarah Brown More people are stepping into the public sphere as Phase 1 of Gov. Kate Brown’s reopening…
Local man saved by cutting-edge cardiac technology
Sarah Brown In the aftermath of the ice storm of 2017, Dennis Eggers set to work cutting up…
Meals on Wheels deliveries ongoing, with some coronavirus precautions
Sarah Brown While much of its senior clientele is sheltering-in-place due to coronavirus restrictions, Meals on Wheels continues…
Samaritan unveils new STARS inpatient drug treatment center
Sarah Brown The new facility for Samaritan Treatment and Recovery Services, at 111 N. Main, at the intersection…
Rock club members on lookout for treasures – and for next generation
Sarah Brown Though the 72nd annual Sweet Home Gem and Mineral Show had to be canceled due to…
Community support helps owner retrieve missing shepherds
Sarah Brown For someone who teaches Tai Chi and Qigong, Jim Adamik was surprised to find his patience…
From SHHS track to Venice Beach and beyond, life’s been challenge for Pam Walker
Sarah Brown Pam Walker would tell you she started her athletic career when she was in the third…
Camp Tadmor hosts how-to for outdoor schools
Sarah Brown Outdoor School providers from across Oregon converged at Camp Tadmor in late January to build opportunities…
Carver uses scroll saw to create intricate wood designs
Sarah Brown Like many kids growing up in impoverished circumstances, Ray Maynard had to use his imagination and…
Timber Unity gearing up for legislative session
Sarah Brown Timber Unity members are warming up their trucks for another rally at the capitol on Thursday,…
World War II an unforgettable experience for local veteran, 95
Sarah Brown Edward “Ted” Stilson has one of those stories that perhaps only a few others in the…
Operation Happy Hearts aims to help families of deployed parents in service
Sarah Brown The holiday season is a time for inspiration, and inspiration can come in many forms. For…
Runner’s 100-mile trek takes him through Sweet Home
Sarah Brown What does a long-distance runner squirrel away in his pack before setting off on a two-day…
Local couple finds excellent retirement occupation in art
Sarah Brown Everybody has talents in one way or another, and it is a gift from the Lord.…
USFS planning Quartzville project
Sarah Brown Interdisciplinary staff of the Sweet Home Ranger District took a caravan of timber producers, public interest…