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NOVEMBER 21, 2009 06:09 PM

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You think Bend's got goose issues? We're not alone

November 21, 2009 4:00 am

After years of frustration in the battle to control Bend's growing population of Canada geese, Bend Park & Recreation District officials can be sure of one thing: They're not alone. Communities around the country have attempted to tackle their....MORE

The Canada geese in Drake Park are stately to some a nuisance to others.

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Too close for comfort

November 21, 2009 4:00 am

Too close for comfort, Walter McKnight and his daughter Libby, 10, look at the rotted roots of a broken spruce tree leaning precariously over their house on Northwest Harmon Boulevard on Friday. The tree blew over during the windstorm earlier in the day. McKnight said the house was built in 1923, and he believes the tree is about the same age. A weather spotter for the National Weather Service reported a gust of 52 mph in southwest Bend just before 10 a.m. Friday, but winds are expected to be lighter today. For a complete weather report, see the weather page</a>.

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As silt gathers in Mirror Pond, officials unsure of who’s in charge of a solution

November 21, 2009 4:00 am

LEFT: An aerial view of Mirror Pond from June.

Three months after it was assembled, the management team tasked with finding a solution for the growing silt buildup problem in Bend’s Mirror Pond is still trying to decide who should take....MORE

What's Going Up

November 21, 2009 4:00 am

What's Going Up, Discovery Park Lodge an affordable senior housing project seen here Thursday in NorthWest Crossing is scheduled to be completed next month.

What: Discovery Park LodgeWhere: 2868 N. W. Crossing Drive, BendOwner: Pacific Crest Affordable Housing LLC, BendArchitect: GGL Architecture, BendGeneral contractor: SunWest Builders, RedmondContact:....MORE

Into the black

Retailers in Central Oregon and around the country are hoping one of the year's biggest shopping days will help them get back

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

When Black Friday hits on Nov. 27, the owners of Elite Repeat, a consignment clothing store on Southeast Third Street, will discount all black items by 25 percent. Elite Repeat's sale is not intended....MORE

Bend High School

Old shoes make new sports tracks

Sports marketing class project also a state competition; the reward – Nike will donate equipment to the school

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

To all the sports and outdoor enthusiasts of Central Oregon, the Bend High sports and entertainment marketing class has a proposition: Give us your shoes. The class is collecting used and worn-out....MORE

Speedy Swede

Bend's Kristina Strandberg is vying to make the Swedish cross-country ski team for the upcoming Olympic Games in Vancouver

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

Editor's note: This is the second installment in a series of stories on 2010 Winter Olympic hopefuls from Central Oregon. The stories will appear on Fridays leading up to the Vancouver Games,....MORE

Correction

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

In a story headlined “Scaling back ADA access compliance riles advocates,” which appeared Thursday, Nov. 19, on Page C1, an incorrect word was inserted into a quote from accessibility....MORE

Correction

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

In a story headlined “New housing complex for seniors sees huge drop in demand,” which appeared Friday, Nov. 13, on Page B1, the number of people interested in leasing rooms at the....MORE

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Small fire contained at Bend restaurant

November 21, 2009 4:00 am

A small fire was reported at Taco Salsa in Bend early Friday morning, according to a news release....MORE

Schools eye bilingual initiative

Bend-La Pine administrators say English proficiency is the goal

November 21, 2009 4:00 am

Bend-La Pine Schools administrators are considering starting an elementary school program that....MORE

News of Record: Police Log, Bend fire runs

November 21, 2009 4:00 am

Police Log The Bulletin will update items in the Police Log when such a request is received. Any....MORE

New model needed, St. Charles CEO says

November 21, 2009 4:00 am

As the nation’s leaders tangle over how to provide greater access to medical care, Central....MORE

Putnam Pointe condo auction extended

November 21, 2009 4:00 am

The Putnam Pointe condominium auction, which was to expire Friday afternoon, has been extended to 2 ....MORE

Cancer Society seeks volunteers for centers

November 21, 2009 4:00 am

The American Cancer Society is looking for volunteers to staff its two resource centers in Bend. A....MORE

Cascade Horizon Band invited to play Eugene

November 21, 2009 4:00 am

The Cascade Horizon Band will perform for the Oregon Music Educators Association Convention, to be....MORE

Meet local talent at Homegrown show

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

In 2009, Bend’s homegrown musical talent has stepped up its game, collectively releasing....MORE

Uncommon ability

Bend native Brad Jones celebrates new CD with show at The Annex

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

Brad Jones. Common name. Common story. Or so says Brad Jones.“This is all kind of a humble....MORE

Portland band hits the Tower Theatre

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

The influential music magazine CMJ described 3 Leg Torso thusly: “All the beauty of Astor....MORE

The Ascetic Junkies come to Bend

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

The Ascetic Junkies' music sounds like a train. A train that's constantly on the verge of derailing,....MORE

GWAR returns to Midtown

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

So, what’s happened in the world of GWAR since the world’s foremost comedic shock-rock....MORE

Attention fans of quality roots-rock!

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

Lots of good options for fans of roots-rock, Americana, blues, and so on. For example:•....MORE

A look at where the locals are playing

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

As usual, Bend’s nightlife scene will be saturated with locals this week. Here are some shows ....MORE

Prep Boys Soccer

Cougars attempt to complete their turnaround with a 5A championship

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

When Mountain View played Corvallis in September, things were not going well for the Cougars.....MORE

Prep Girls Soccer

Lava Bears try for third state title in four years

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

Bend High has put up some amazing numbers in girls soccer over the last four seasons. The Lava Bears ....MORE

Prep Football

Bend, Mountain View set to host state playoff games

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

The 2009 high school football state playoffs finally come to Central Oregon tonight, with two games ....MORE

Bend boarder takes third at Colorado race

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

COPPER, Colo. — Bend’s Adam Smith placed third on Nov. 12 in The Race to the Cup....MORE

Truck hits deer, leaks diesel fuel

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

A commercial truck that struck a deer on U. S. Highway 20 east of Bend on Wednesday evening spilled....MORE

Northeast Bend home damaged in fire

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

A Bend home was significantly damaged in a fire early Thursday morning, according to a news release ....MORE

News of Record: Police Log, Bend fire runs

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

Police Log The Bulletin will update items in the Police Log when such a request is received. Any....MORE

Dispatches

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

SELCO Financial Solutions is open in the Redmond Walmart Supercenter, at 300 N. W. Oak Tree Lane. ....MORE

Family Events Calendar

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

TODAY BACKPACK EXPLORERS: Parents and children ages 3 and 4 experience science, art, body movement,....MORE

Holiday bazaars

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

The following is a list of holiday bazaars for the upcoming week. A new list of upcoming bazaars....MORE

Art exhibits

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

Atelier 6000: Featuring “The Inner Journey,” abstract art in several media; through....MORE

Upcoming Concerts

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

Nov. 28 — David Jacobs-Strain (blues), Silver Moon Brewing & Taproom, Bend, 541-388-8331....MORE

Planning ahead

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

Right Around the Corner Nov. 27-28 — HIGH DESERT ARTISAN CRAFT FAIR: A display of locally....MORE

This week

November 20, 2009 4:00 am

TODAY BACKPACK EXPLORERS: Parents and children ages 3 and 4 experience science, art, body movement,....MORE

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