New firm helps Bend Fire on ambulance runs

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Cascade Medical Transports is rolling ambulances in Bend for non-emergency runs, keeping Bend Fire free for true emergencies.

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Bend girl’s horse offer brightens tragic tale

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Many hearts are touched by girl's loss of her beloved horse to senseless act near Prinevile. A Bend girl makes generous offer of her own horse.

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Bend man stabbed in Ecuador makes ‘miraculous recovery’

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Britt Leis is able to walk and talk, but still has much recovery ahead, month after being stabbed at least 18 times on beach in Ecuador.

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As wildlife poaching heats up, arrests mount

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It's height of wildlife poaching season; officers across Oregon catch hundreds of illegal hunters, many by use of decoy deer.

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New lawmakers confront deep budget shortfall

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Oregon state government faces immediate $140 million shortfall, prompting Gov. Ted Kulongoski to order across-the-board cuts in state agency spending.

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County bails out Humane Society of Redmond

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Deschutes County commissioners come to rescue of Humane Society of Redmond, which racked up over $1 million in debt.

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Central Oregon going ‘green,’ but challenges remain

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'Going green' is more than buzz phrase in Central Oregon, where sustainable-energy initiatives abound, but challenges remain.

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‘Tis the season - for High Desert mail thieves

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If you plan to send or receive cards or packages this holiday season, keep a close eye on your mailbox - especially if it doesn't have a lock.

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Just Yell Fire: Redmond teens get self-defense tips

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Central Oregon teens are learning how to fight back in a program to help young girls and teens avoid being victims in any harmful situation.

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Winston looking at raising sewer fees

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City officials are looking to add $1.50 per month for every sewer connection in town, to help pay for road repairs and transportation programs such as Dial-A-Ride.

KPIC - News - Local & Regional @ November 20, 2008