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  • Columbia River and tributary fishery report for June 22-28
  • Columbia River Swim Spots and Beaches Within 90 Minutes of Portland
  • Wednesday, June 10, 2026 — Columbia River tribes weigh in on future dredging plans

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columbian.com /1 week ago

Columbia River and tributary fishery report for June 22-28

On the lower Columbia River from Rocky Point/Tongue Point line upstream to Bonneville Dam, there were 87 salmonid boats and 366 Washington bank rods were tallied on the June 28 fli...

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pdxmonthly.com /4 weeks ago

Columbia River Swim Spots and Beaches Within 90 Minutes of Portland

Postcard perfect? Not always. But the mighty Columbia is big enough for everyone.

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nativeamericacalling.com /1 month ago

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 — Columbia River tribes weigh in on future dredging plans

As the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers releases its 20-year dredging plan for the Columbia River, tribes say they want more of a say in how the operation affects their fishing and cul...

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columbian.com /1 month ago

Field notes: More days added to Columbia River spring Chinook salmon fishing

The Columbia River is opening again for spring Chinook salmon fishing, the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife announced Thursday.

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newstalkkit.com /2 weeks ago

High Winds Spark Columbia River Water Rescue

Four paddleboarders, including an 8-year-old girl, were rescued after strong winds pushed them into the Columbia River near Wanapum State Park. Continue reading…

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columbian.com /1 month ago

Field Notes: Columbia River opens for additional spring Chinook retention days

Once again this season, the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife has added more days for anglers to try and reel in a spring Chinook salmon on the Columbia River.

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newstalkkit.com /2 weeks ago

Tugboat Sinks On Columbia River Near Priest Rapids Dam

Cleanup efforts are underway on a stretch of the Columbia River near Priest Rapids Dam, after a tugboat sank, causing a diesel spill early Sunday. Continue reading…

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columbian.com /1 month ago

Salmon swim above Toutle River retention dam for first time since 1980

COLDWATER LAKE — For the first time since the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens, spring chinook salmon are once again swimming above the sediment retention dam on the North Fork To...

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koin.com /3 days ago

Man drowns in Columbia River near Rooster Rock State Park

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A body was pulled out of the Columbia River after a man drowned near Rooster Rock on Sunday, authorities said. Around 5:15 p.m., the Multnomah County Sherif...

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news.mongabay.com /1 month ago

Davis “Yellowash” Washines, Yakama elder who spoke for the river and salmon

At Bradford Island, near Bonneville Dam, the river carried more than water. Beneath the surface of the Columbia were toxic sediments, dumped near a place where Yakama people had fi...

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pdxpipeline.com /1 month ago

7 Wonders of the Gorge @ Portland Spirit | Jet Boat Cruise, Majestic Views

Experience some of the most majestic views of the lower Columbia River Gorge visible by water aboard the Explorer Jetboat! The post 7 Wonders of the Gorge @ Portland Spirit | Jet B...

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koin.com /1 month ago

Multiple floating homes on Columbia River catch fire, destroying 2 homes

Two residents were rescued from a fire that destroyed two floating homes on the Columbia River near the I-5 bridge, with no injuries reported and the Red Cross contacted to help th...

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columbian.com /1 month ago

Body found along east bank of Cowlitz River in Kelso

Officials are investigating the death and identity of a woman after her body was discovered on the bank of the Cowlitz River Tuesday evening in Kelso.

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columbian.com /3 weeks ago

Woman hospitalized after rescued from Columbia River west of Vancouver Waterfront

A woman was sent to the hospital after being rescued by the Vancouver Fire Department fire boat in the Columbia River just west the Vancouver Waterfront on Saturday, Vancouver Fire...

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koin.com /1 month ago

St. Helens official missing in Columbia River, search efforts ongoing

St. Helens officials are searching the Columbia River for City Administrator John Walsh after he was reported missing in the water late Saturday night.

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newstalkkit.com /1 month ago

Why Are Northwest Rivers Moving Faster?

There's a shift happening with our rivers, and it's not just the seasonal flow we're used to. Continue reading…

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columbian.com /1 month ago

Don’t expect much on Columbia River from summer Chinook salmon season

The Columbia River summer salmon and steelhead fisheries are starting, and anglers will be able to target sockeye salmon and summer steelhead this year, but the chances of a fisher...

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koin.com /1 month ago

Woman's body found in Cowlitz River Tuesday afternoon

A woman's body was found in the Cowlitz River on Wednesday afternoon, officials said.

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columbian.com /3 weeks ago

Low sockeye salmon returns lead to fishery changes in Columbia River

Changes are coming to planned sockeye salmon fisheries throughout the Columbia River, as early return data shows abundances are much lower than preseason forecasts.

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thatoregonlife.com /1 month ago

Man Dies After Jump From Astoria-Megler Bridge as Officials Respond Friday Night

The towering Astoria-Megler Bridge is one of Oregon's most recognizable landmarks. Stretching across the Columbia River and connecting Oregon to Washington, its sweeping views and...

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columbian.com /3 weeks ago

Salmon habitat restoration: Group uses helicopters to carry logs to South Fork Toutle River

TOUTLE — The whomp-whomp-whomp of helicopter blades carried for miles across the South Fork Toutle River valley Thursday as crews from Oregon-based Columbia Helicopters carried log...

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wineindustryadvisor.com /2 weeks ago

Columbia Distributing Completes Oregon and Washington Transaction with RNDC, Expanding Total Beverage Portfolio

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koin.com /3 weeks ago

Body found of St. Helens city leader who went missing in Columbia River

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The body of the St. Helens city leader who went missing in the Columbia River last weekend has been found, officials said. St. Helens City Administrator Joh...

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columbian.com /1 month ago

2A State Soccer: Talent and a little luck sends Columbia River past Sehome for third-place trophy

Teagan Goaring scored a pair of first-half goals and Aeden Pena delivered a huge save on a late penalty kick to send the Rapids to a 2-1 win over Sehome of Bellingham in the 2A sta...

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