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North Santiam River Dangerous for Boaters

Salem News encourages everyone to boat safely on our scenic rivers, and will keep you posted on these conditions as they change.

(JEFFERSON, Ore.) - Boaters on the lower North Santiam River should use caution on the section between Green’s Bridge and Jefferson. Two different areas have collected large amounts of debris which can cause serious danger to river traffic.

Twelve Rescued from the North Santiam River in Jefferson in Two Days

"It is important that you notify someone when you will be putting into the river and when you are expected to return." - Anne-Marie Penge, Jefferson Fire District

(JEFFERSON, Ore.) - Water Rescue teams from the Jefferson Fire District, Albany Fire Department and Linn County Sheriff's Office rescued six people from the North Santiam River early this evening.

Oregon Fire Awards Recognize Selfless and Courageous Dedication

People who live at the edge of the blade: Oregon's firefighters and emergency service teams, along with a few civilians including a TV news crew from Portland, are recognized for their extraordinary efforts.

(CANBY, Ore.) - Citizens of Oregon enjoy an enviable sense of security with the fire agencies listed below. They were recognized this weekend at an honorary awards ceremony.

The list of award recipients at this year's Oregon Meritorious Awards from the Oregon Fire Chiefs Association, also goes far beyond the services, and recognizes the help they receive from police, civilians and even a Portland, Oregon TV news crew.

Deputies Respond to Bomb Threat in Jefferson‏

Anyone with information can contact the Marion County Sheriff's Office at (503) 540-8007.

(JEFFERSON, Ore.) - The Marion County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of a bomb threat Monday in Jefferson.

Lt. Sheila Lorance with the Marion County Sheriff's Office says the incident took place at the Sterling Bank on Main Street in Jefferson.

The call regarding a bomb threat came in just after 5:00 PM. After the December loss of two police officers in Oregon over a bomb in a bank have placed law enforcement officers on high alert.

Police Arrest Jefferson Man On Numerous Sex Abuse Charges

Investigators hope to make contact with any other possible victims.

(JEFFERSON, Ore.) - Marion County Sheriff Russ Isham says detectives arrested a 68-year old Jefferson man on multiple charges of sex abuse Tuesday.

Isham says David G. Garcia was contacted and arrested at his home in Jefferson after reports that he had sexually abused three juvenile victims between 1991 and July of 2008. "The victims were ages 7, 8 and 9-years old at the time of the alleged crimes and were all known to Garcia," Isham said.

Garcia has been charged with first-degree Attempted Rape, 2 counts of first-degree Sodomy, 2 counts of Unlawful Penetration, 3 counts of first-degree Sex Abuse and third-degree Sex Abuse.

Police Say `Huffing` Contributed to Fatal Car Crash Near Jefferson

UPDATE: Investigators have determined that more likely than not Ms. Williams had inhaled Nitrous Oxide gas prior to the crash not C02 as previously reported. The investigation is continuing.

(JEFFERSON, Ore.) - Police say 23-year old Falon Rae Williams of Albany was driving a 2002 Ford Taurus with three passengers aboard, when it left the road and crashed into a tree on Marion-Jefferson Road Monday about 5:00 PM.

Boy Struck While Playing `Chicken` With a Freight Train

Kyle Clements is listed in serious condition with multiple fractures and internal injuries.

(JEFFERSON, Ore.) - Police say a 13-year old boy was seriously injured Friday night around 9:20 PM, when he was struck by a freight train near Jefferson, Oregon.

Sgt Jeff Wheeler with the Marion County Sheriff's Office, says that as the mile-long freight train came through town blowing its horn, the boy played "chicken" with it as he walked with friends on the railroad tracks.

Jefferson Firefighters Battle Travel Trailer Fire

Firefighters managed to prevent the blaze from spreading to the nearby Sprayfoam business.

(JEFFERSON, Ore.) - Firefighters from Jefferson Fire District were called to a fully involved travel trailer fire at 8:53 AM this morning.

Fire Spokesperson Elaine Parrott says the fire totally destroyed the older model trailer that was located behind Sprayfoam Inc. at 37545 Century Drive. "Combustibles too close to the trailer's heating source was determined to be the cause of the fire," Parrott said.

Jefferson Firefighters Assemble and Deliver Christmas Baskets Saturday

Also on Saturday morning, Santa will ride through town on a fire engine, arriving at the Jefferson Community Center at 10:00 AM. He will be handing out candy to all the little visitors.

(JEFFERSON, Ore..) - The Jefferson Volunteer Firefighters will once again be preparing and delivering food baskets to those in need living within the Jefferson, Talbot, and Millersburg communities.

Fire District Spokesperson Elaine Parrott says beginning at 8:00 AM this Saturday morning at the Jefferson Fire Station, firefighters will be assembling food boxes, and loading them on fire engines to distribute to those in need within the community.

Jefferson Home Damaged by Fire

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

(JEFFERSON, Ore. ) - Jefferson firefighters respond to a house fire at 453 Huron Court in Jefferson Tuesday evening.

The homeowner, Ynette Defehr arrived home, opened her garage door and noticed smoke. She felt the hot door handle that led into the house and knew she should not open the door. She immediately vacated and called 911. She saw flames through the living room window.