SALEM, Ore. - The 13-year-old owner of a black BMX bike said his bicycle was mistakenly sold by a Salem, Ore., Goodwill store while he was shopping at the thrift shop. Cody Young said he parked his Hoffman Rhythm 18, which cost $232 when he purchased it in 2004, inside the thrift store because he didn't have a lock with him, and the bike was mistakenly sold by the store for $6.99 while he was ... [full story]

Bend Fire and Rescue reminds residents and business owners to please keep fire hydrants visible and accessible during the winter months. The recent heavy snowfall has shown that large piles of snow can obstruct hydrants if care isn’t taken when clearing snow. This is particularly true where streets and parking lots are plowed. Large equipment can’t always direct the snow away from hydrants. You can help by keeping snow cleared away for at least three ... [full story]