MnDOT to Outline Highway 36 Study at Open House in Oakdale

The study is looking at developing preliminary design concepts for Highway 36 intersections at Highway 120/Century Avenue and Hadley Avenue/County Highway 35 in North St. Paul and Oakdale.

Turnaround at Tanner’s Lake and Tartan Crossing? That's Idea Behind Oakdale TIF Plan

Tax-increment financing captures redevelopment revenue.

Lessons from Ohio for Gateway Corridor

A Cleveland official was in Oakdale this week to discuss how the Ohio city’s transit system has bolstered economic development there.

Oakdale Receives GreenStep Award

The city’s environmental efforts earned it a “Step 2” designation under the three-tier program.

McCollum on Defense of Marriage Act Supreme Court Ruling: ‘Victory for Love and Equality’

U.S. Rep. Betty McCollum, who represents Oakdale in the 4th Congressional District, lauded the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision.

Nicole Park Resigns from Lake Elmo City Council

The City Council is accepting applications through July 12 to fill the last two years of Park’s term. The City Council will interview applicants in mid-July with a goal of having an appointment before the city’s annual council retreat on July 26.

NFL Commissioner Responds to Rep. McCollum's Redskins Letter

Highway 36 Work to Begin Thursday

Much of the bridge construction will coincide with the 75-day closure of Highway 36 between Highway 61 and White Bear Avenue.

McCollum: Stop Spending Defense Funds on Pro Wrestling Ads

The congresswoman’s amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act, which also would have prohibited National Guard spending at NASCAR and Indy events, was defeated.

County Approves Changes to Oakdale TIF Districts

A bill extending the special taxing districts was passed during the legislative session.

Update: Closure for Gateway Trail Tunnel Delayed

The trail is scheduled to re-open by 7 a.m. Tuesday, July 2, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

Cleveland BRT to be Featured at Gateway Corridor Meeting in Oakdale

Bus rapid transit is under consideration for Interstate 94 from downtown St. Paul to Woodbury.

PFC Levels Decreasing in Oakdale's Drinking Water

Brew Pub, Bridge Schedule, Fighting Cancer: East Metro Roundup

This week's recap of news from east metro Patch sites.

75-Day Closure of Highway 36 to Begin Monday

Access to English Street from Highway 36 closes seven days prior to full closure.

Sen. Wiger Attends Ceremonial Signing of Education Bill

The 2013 Legislature increased funding for public schools over the next two years and funded all-day kindergarten statewide for the first time and changes high school testing requirements.

Oakdale Earns ‘GreenStep City’ Designation

The recognition comes behind its efforts to implement green practices.

Washington County Same-Sex Marriage Licensing Process Begins This Week

2013 Oakdale Flag Day Event

Residents are invited to bring worn and tattered flags prior to and during this event. The flags will be ceremoniously destroyed this summer.

Rep. McCollum Urges NFL's Redskins to Change Nickname

Tartan Crossing, Tanners Lake Among 2013 Legislative Highlights for Oakdale

Sen. Chuck Wiger’s office released a rundown of bills that impacted the area.

Rep. McCollum Issues Statement About Lilydale Park Rockslide Tragedy

McCollum says, "loss of a child's life is the greatest fear a parent could have" and the first responders "have the gratitude of our entire community."

MnDOT to Host Groundbreaking for New St. Croix River Bridge

MnDOT will host an official groundbreaking for the St. Croix River Crossing Project on Tuesday, May 28, at Lowell Park in downtown Stillwater. Roadwork on Highway 36 is expected to begin the following day.

Sen. Wiger on Education Bill: 'A Great Day for Minnesota’s Students'

Early education was a huge focus in the $15.7 billion bill, which received slivers of support from Republicans in both chambers of the state capitol.

MAP: Is Your Street Up for Reconstruction This Year?

The City of Oakdale has published its list of street construction projects for 2013. Find out if your street is scheduled for construction by checking our interactive map.

Oakdale Sens. Kent, Wiger Cast 'Yes' Votes on Same-Sex Marriage Bill

Gov. Mark Dayton's office announced a signing ceremony set for 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 14.

Sen. Wiger Says '12 Marriage Amendment Initiative Created 'Sea of Change'

State Sen. Charles Wiger, who represents parts of Oakdale, spoke in favor of a bill that would legalize same-sex marriage in Minnesota on the Senate floor on Monday, May 13.

WATCH: Livestream Video of Same-Sex Marriage Debate, Vote at MN Senate

The Minnesota Senate takes up bill at noon Central Time on Monday, May 13, 2013. The Minnesota House approved it last week, so Senate approval sends it to the governor's desk.

Both Oakdale House Reps Vote 'Yes' on Same-Sex Marriage Bill

Both Oakdale representatives said yes to the same-sex marriage bill on Thursday afternoon.

3 Years, 3 Months Behind Bars for Oakdale Man on Child Porn Conviction

Scott Andrew Bradley, of Oakdale, who once worked as communications coordinator for the city of Richfield, got the maximum sentence, according to the St. Paul Pioneer Press.

A Grandparent's Wisdom and New Thinking on Parenting: Letter to the Editor

A guest column from Lois Larson, member of the Washington County Child Protection Citizen Review Panel.

U.S. Rep. McCollum on Report on Sexual Assaults in the Military: 'Epidemic'

The congresswoman, who represents Oakdale, released a statement Tuesday following the Pentagon's annual report.

Minnesota Health Department to Release Findings of PFC Study at Oakdale Meeting

Concentrations of perfluorochemicals are generally stable or declining, according to the MDH.

Video: Same-Sex Marriage Bill Passes Minnesota Senate Finance Committee

The bill is poised to move to the floors of the Minnesota House and Senate.

Stark Naked Stealing, Prison Guard a Pusher: East Metro Crime Roundup

Here’s a weekly listing of crime incidents and police and fire related calls in Washington County.

Woodbury Fire, Developments in Murder Cases, Arsonist Arrested: East Metro News Roundup

A quick look at the top headlines from last week around the Twin Cities east metro area and Hudson.

Sen. Kent Says Tax Relief 'Neglected for Far Too Long': Letter to the Editor

"The education finance bill took significant steps to reducing property taxes, in addition to making the reforms and funding increase necessary to maintain our world-class education system," according to Kent, a first-term DFLer who represents

Sen. Susan Kent Outlines ‘No’ Votes on Tax Bill

“The increased income tax on the third tier of Minnesotans would put us at the high end of income tax rates in the nation, and I am unable to support that,” she said.

Oakdale Soldier ‘Doc’ Radatz’s Quick Actions Save Afghan’s Life

Spc. John Radatz, of Oakdale, was awarded the Army Commendation Medal with Valor and the Combat Medic Badge.

Eagles as Neighbors, Chuck E. Cheese, New School Administrators: East Metro Rewind

A quick look at the top headlines from last week around the Twin Cities east metro area and Hudson.