National Oceanic and Atmospheric Agency (NOAA) recently reconfirmed the plan to relocate Pacific Fleet Headquarters to Yaquina Bay at Newport from Seattle. Much speculation has occurred since NOAA’s plan was announced in the Fall of 2009 as to the suitability of the Newport site. After review by the General Accounting Office the Newport [...]
Today while having lunch by Alsea Bay in Waldport I was privileged to observe a once in a lifetime event. I saw a male Common Loon swimming placidly among the choppy, storm tossed water a few yards off the beach when he quickly dove under the surface on what appeared to be a fish hunt.
A few seconds [...]
Newport on Yaquina Bay is about to commence on a double winning project. The project is a full rebuilding and creation of a true international seaport, with completion anticipated in 2013.
This is a significant victory for Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition and Friends of Yaquina Bay. These two organization have dedicated sincere effort in [...]
Sun showers between rain showers are a sure sign of Spring here on the Oregon Coast. In my front yard the Shiro Japanese plum is in full bloom perfuming the air. I wait with great anticipation for June when the wonderful delicate fruit is ready to drop into the hand. Nearby the daffodils and [...]
Two young female sea lions are nearing the end of their rehabilitation at the Oregon Coast Aquarium and are almost ready to join the penniped display where they will be well cared for and can interact with others of the species. Both of these youngsters were saved from a slow death in the ocean due [...]
The Helen McColl was a 65 foot Maine built wooden schooner which joined the New England cod fleet in 1911. Active in the fishery until 1974 when it was brought to Newport by George Morford. George fished from the schooner from Northern California to Cape Flattery Wahington in the pursuit of wild salmon. [...]
I would like to introduce you to my neighbor, Bob. Bob is a retired gentleman in his 80’s who appears to be extremely fit. In fact, up until the past few years, Bob was an avid runner. Well, hip problems have slowed him down some so now he does a daily beach walk of at [...]
In the normal business cycle on the Oregon Coast we tend to see smaller gains as well as more modest declines. At present we are experiencing a somewhat steeper decline than usual with some very visible vacancies in Yachats. These include a closed grocery store, a real estate office and the well known Landmark Restaurant. This pattern [...]
Properties are selling on the Coast. The higher price ranges are continuing to be slow when compared to the $250,000 and under bracket. Bank owned homes are selling for lower prices compared to individually owned. We are seeing some welcome movement in the condo segment of the market.
The home I’m featuring from amongst those sold in February is [...]
Monthly Archives: March 2010