The Bulletin (Bend, OR)

The Bulletin serves as the daily newspaper for Bend, Oregon, in the United States. It is owned by Western Communications, a family-run company established by publisher Robert W. Chandler. Throughout its history, several notable journalists have contributed their talents to the newspaper.

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Bend police: Detectives being mistaken for ICE agents

4 days ago | bendbulletin.com | Morgan Owen

Bend police: Detectives being mistaken for ICE agentsPublished 4:37 pm Tuesday, June 24, 2025The Bend Police Department released a statement Tuesday saying that its non-uniformed detectives had been mistaken for Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, reminding residents that local law enforcement does not assist with federal immigration enforcement. According to the statement from Chief Mike Krantz, social media posts have misidentified Bend officers as federal agents.
Deschutes Sheriff van der Kamp submits resignation as recall attempt launches

4 days ago | bendbulletin.com | Morgan Owen

Deschutes Sheriff van der Kamp submits resignation as recall attempt launchesPublished 10:03 am Monday, June 23, 2025Minutes after a press release went out announcing an official recall effort against Deschutes County Sheriff Kent van der Kamp, the embattled sheriff informed the Deschutes County Commission he will resign effective July 31, according to emails obtained by The Bulletin.
ICE increases presence, detentions in Central Oregon

6 days ago | bendbulletin.com | Tim Trainor

ICE increases presence, detentions in Central OregonPublished 7:00 am Saturday, June 21, 2025The Latino Community Association of Central Oregon has closed its offices in Bend and Redmond while immigration agents operate in both locations. "ICE has been in the community," said Mary Murphy, deputy director of the nonprofit.
Dozens of animals seized in Terrebonne repeat neglect case

1 week ago | bendbulletin.com | Morgan Owen

Dozens of animals seized in Terrebonne repeat neglect casePublished 5:55 pm Friday, June 20, 2025A Terrebonne woman who was on probation for neglecting dozens of pigs and goats in 2023 has been cited again for animal neglect, with the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office seizing 29 cows, 18 dogs, 17 cats and more than 60 chickens from her property. During the initial inspection in May, all 18 dogs and eight of the cats were immediately removed with the assistance of the Brightside Animal Shelter.
Man charged with 25 counts of animal neglect was trying to create reptile zoo

1 week ago | bendbulletin.com | Morgan Owen

Man charged with 25 counts of animal neglect was trying to create reptile zooPublished 1:35 pm Friday, June 20, 2025A 68-year-old La Pine man was arrested and charged with 25 counts of animal neglect after authorities discovered more than a hundred carcasses of snakes, lizards, tortoises and tarantulas in his abandoned La Pine house. The home's owner, William Samuel Griffiths, was being held Friday in the Deschutes County jail.
Bend gets its first Burgerville

1 week ago | bendbulletin.com | Janay Wright

Bend gets its first BurgervillePublished 10:30 am Friday, June 20, 2025Burgerville's first Central Oregon location hosts a grand opening Monday with a ribbon-cutting and gift cards for the restaurant's first 100 customers with a value of 52 of the brand's original cheeseburgers. The chain's 40th location is located in the building formerly home to Del Taco on the corner of Bend's Third Street and Wilson Avenue.
High Desert Museum to host fundraiser Aug. 23

1 week ago | bendbulletin.com | Noemi Arellano-Summer

High Desert Museum to host fundraiser Aug. 23Published 10:04 am Friday, June 20, 2025The High Desert Rendezvous, the High Desert Museum's long-running fundraiser, will return 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Aug. 23 for its 36th year. Last year, the event raised over $620,000 for the museum's exhibitions and programs. The High Desert Museum hosts more than 10,000 children per year during field trips and programs, cares for over 100 animals and features up to nine rotating exhibits per year.
Oregon lawmakers invest in expanded water recycling for irrigation

1 week ago | bendbulletin.com | Mateusz Perkowski

Oregon lawmakers invest in expanded water recycling for irrigationPublished 4:05 pm Thursday, June 19, 2025Lawmakers are investing nearly $300,000 to expand water recycling in Oregon by hiring an interagency team leader charged with overcoming regulatory barriers to reuse projects. Even if it's clean enough to drink, treated wastewater is often flushed directly into rivers instead of being used for irrigation due to bureaucratic and logistical hurdles.
Heading outside: Dodge crowds on rainy, cool Smith Rock weekend

1 week ago | bendbulletin.com | Ian Haupt

Heading outside: Dodge crowds on rainy, cool Smith Rock weekendPublished 3:29 pm Thursday, June 19, 2025Last week, I mentioned that local trails needed some precipitation, but there was none in the forecast. Hours after the column was published online it rained all evening. While I hate being wrong, it was a pleasant surprise. Rain is in the forecast Friday and Saturday this week, and shouldn't hurt the trail one bit. With temperatures topping out in the mid-50s, there are chances of rain both days.
Explore calendar June 21-27: Cloverdale Road Group Bike Ride

1 week ago | bendbulletin.com | Ian Haupt

Explore calendar June 21-27: Cloverdale Road Group Bike RidePublished 3:12 pm Thursday, June 19, 2025Outdoor Yoga Classes: Join for all-levels outdoor yoga flow classes on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; 9:15-10:15 a.m.; $22; Free Spirit Yoga + Ninja + Play, 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend; freespiritbend.pike13.com or 541-241-3919.