Philomath Fire and Rescue’s call log for Oct. 23-29 includes help at a Newport seafood plant fire, a branch pile fire and 13 medical calls.

Philomath’s Park Advisory Board will choose themes for an interpretive sign and railings on two new City Park bridges over Newton Creek on Tuesday.

Oregon State Police reports six deaths in five crashes Oct. 23-29, including a hit-and-run on Interstate 84 and a log truck collision near Elgin.

Republic Services will collect leaves from paved Philomath streets on four more Thursdays this fall. Here's the schedule and the rules for placing piles.