🌱 Why North Bend’s police chief was honored in a packed council chamber

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In today's newsletter:

• Why North Bend’s police chief was honored in a packed council chamber

Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Wednesday: A thick cloud cover, with a high of 60 and low of 50 degrees.
• Thursday: Winds picking up, temps: high: 61, low: 49.
• Friday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 62 and low of 48 degrees.

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📰 News we're reading

• Chief receives plaudits at retirement ceremony (theworldlink.com) — North Bend residents recently packed City Hall to honor Police Chief Cal Mitts as he retired from the North Bend Police Department after five years of service. The ceremony on May 19 recognized his leadership through a turbulent period for the department and his long local law enforcement career, including prior service in Coos Bay.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Otto (our South Coast Mobile Van)'s June 2026 schedule is ready!
  Come see Otto and his ODHS friends to get help with ODHS services and supports. Visit https://bit.ly/OttoVanMap to see a full map of where he'll be… (Nextdoor )
• It's Medicare Fraud Prevention Week!
  Take some time this week to learn how to make sure you and your loved ones stay safe from Medicare scammers. The biggest tip - Remember the three… (Nextdoor )

• Albertsons Companies, Inc. posted a job opening for Retail Sales and Store Support in North Bend. Apply here.
• Peterson Holding Company posted a job opening for Shop Technician in North Bend. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near North Bend here.

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🗞 Nearby News

Coos Bay

• Coos Bay touted by website as Oregon's haven for seniors (djcoregon.com)
• Volunteers needed for 2nd Saturday Cleanup Project at John Topits Park (kval.com)
• Terminal Velocity (thebaffler.com)

Bandon

• Oregon's Favorite Spot for a Delicious Meal in a Charming Train-Themed Setting (myfamilytravels.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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