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JULY 03, 2009 05:20 PM

Biker-driver tension widens where the roads narrow, Two cyclists ride toward Bend on Wednesday on Skyliners Road. Oregon allows two bicyclists to ride side by side as long as they don’t impede the flow of traffic. Some Skyliners Road residents, however, have raised safety concerns, in particular about cyclists who ride several abreast. The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office plans to work on educating cyclists about bike rules and safety, while a road safety group plans to highlight safety issues for drivers and cyclists the week of July 20-27.

Biker-driver tension widens where the roads narrow

So what’s to be done on a popular thoroughfare like Skyliners Road?

July 3, 2009 11:05 am

As Deschutes County’s population and popularity with bicyclists have grown in recent years, so has the tension between some residents and bicyclists on the much-loved but narrow Skyliners Road west of Bend. While the County Commission has yet to....MORE

Connecting the ideas and the wherewithal

Hidden inside a $410 billion bill signed into law in March, an earmark sponsored by Sen. Ron Wyden could help increase the flow of venture capital within Central Oregon

July 3, 2009 4:00 am

Connecting the ideas and the wherewithal, Sen. Ron Wyden, left, and Nori Juba, center, listen to Kip Barrett of Sunlight Solar speak about challenges in the solar industry at Mid Oregon Credit Union in Bend on Thursday. Wyden met with community business leaders to discuss the creation of a new position at Economic Development for Central Oregon.

Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., in Bend on Thursday to discuss a federal earmark he sponsored to help Central Oregon facilitate venture capital funding and development, called it an “economic....MORE

paws on parade

Celebrating pets in costume for generations

July 3, 2009 4:00 am

The Pet Parade has a long history in Bend, 
dating back more than 75 years. These girls 
participated in a parade in the 1930s.

As as local traditions go, it’s hard to beat Bend’s annual Pet Parade. Every year, the event attracts thousands of kids, accompanied by fuzzy, scaly, feathered or stuffed friends who....MORE

A fast Fourth

With fireworks and holiday fun come runs, races and rides throughout Central Oregon

July 3, 2009 4:00 am

A fast Fourth, Photo Illustration / The Bulletin

The Fourth of July offers Central Oregonians plenty of opportunities to partake in a little friendly competition, from traditional events to up-and-coming fun runs. Here is a look at some of the....MORE

Bend team wins Little League district title

July 3, 2009 4:00 am

HERMISTON — A baseball team representing Bend North Little League won its division championship Thursday at the Oregon District 5 Little League All-Star Tournament. Bend North defeated Bend....MORE

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