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A perspective from Oregon’s mid-Willamette Valley

Albany lists former bank lot for sale

Written May 19th, 2023 by Hasso Hering

The former site of the Wells Fargo Bank in downtown Albany has been put on the market for a listed price of $310,000 and, according to a city official, has attracted quite a bit of interest.


Left in the dust: old Thurston Canal

Written May 11th, 2023 by Hasso Hering

Hardly any water flows in the little ditch known as the Thurston Street Canal or “Thurston Creek” in the best of times. On Sunday I was surprised to see that one section had gone completely dry.


Waterfront conversion: Phase 2 approved

Written April 30th, 2023 by Hasso Hering

Albany’s contractor on the riverfront now has the green light to proceed with the second half of the effort, the transformation of about four blocks on the west end of Water Avenue.


Why this boardwalk is there (version 2)

Written April 21st, 2023 by Hasso Hering

On Friday’s bike ride I stopped for a minute on the riverfront boardwalk below the Ellsworth Street Bridge.


Building down: Where’s the time capsule?

Written March 29th, 2023 by Hasso Hering

If you were hoping for a glimpse of the 1912 time capsule buried in the cornerstone of the First National Bank, prepare yourself for a disappointment.


Fence marks start of Riverpark reconstruction

Written March 20th, 2023 by Hasso Hering

A fence went up along the perimeter of Albany’s Monteith Riverpark Monday so construction can start on rebuilding the park. The work may last until the end of November.


Council hears about a sidewalk trip hazard

Written March 5th, 2023 by Hasso Hering

The tree wells on downtown Albany sidewalks may look decorative, but Councilwoman Matilda Novak says they are a dangerous trip hazard and should be replaced.


 
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