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Bernadette E. Ontong

Bernadette E. O. is a Daily Tidings staff writer covering Southern Oregon community life across the Medford metro, including arts and culture, local events, outdoor recreation, and regional history.
She also reports practical civic updates that affect day to day life, from weather advisories and local institutions to consumer and business developments.
She previously worked at The Stranger.
Contact: [email protected]

News

Oregon’s Whale Watch Week Showcases Growing Gray Whale Populations and Coastal Sights This Spring…

Bernadette E. Ontong Mar 14, 2025
Oregon's Whale Watch Week, which runs from next Saturday, March 22, promises to be a sublime Spring Break, even for the whales who come out to play in the Pacific Ocean. Since 2023's Unusual Mortality Event, gray whale populations have…
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Oregon Hospitals Boost Economy with $32.4 Billion and 160,000 Jobs While Struggling to Stay Afloat

Bernadette E. Ontong Mar 4, 2025
The vital role of hospitals in Oregon—over and above the lives saved and healthcare to Oregonians—was highlighted in an economic impact study published by the Hospital Association of Oregon. The study indicated that community hospitals…
News

Mass DOGE Firings Threaten Oregon’s Wildfire Defenses and Weather Warnings

Bernadette E. Ontong Mar 4, 2025
Hundreds of DOGE Federal firings in Oregon of workers employed at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Weather Service (NWS) will weaken wildfire monitoring and also affect the service of…
News

In-N-Out Meets City Officials With A View To Opening A Restaurant in Portland

Bernadette E. Ontong Jan 13, 2025
PORTLAND, Ore. — In-N-Out Burger, as famous for its iconic burgers like the Double Double and Animal Style fries as it is for its long drive-thru lines, is set to meet with the city of Portland about building its first potential location in…
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Ashland Chosen As #1 Oregon Romantic Fall Getaway Destination

Bernadette E. Ontong Nov 9, 2024
The perfect romantic retreat may be closer than you think. DatingAdvice recently surveyed 3,000 couples to find America’s favorite fall vacation hotspots, based on their experiences. Bar Harbor in Maine came in at number 1 in the US was…
Events

Bruce Campbell Hosts Casinoween Fundraiser in Ashland

Bernadette E. Ontong Oct 25, 2024
ASHLAND, Ore. — Globally recognized Bruce Campbell, the Southern Oregon-based actor and filmmaker best known as Ash Williams in Sam Raimi's Evil Dead horror series is hosting the annual Ashland Elks Casinoween fundraiser for the second…
Politics & Elections

No Political Or Campaign Signs Allowed On Oregon Highways

Bernadette E. Ontong Oct 16, 2024
The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has confirmed that placing political signs along state highways contravenes the rules and regulations. These signs will be removed. Oregon Rules About Signs On Highways As the…
News

Jackson County Issues State of Emergency After Butte Bridge Fire

Bernadette E. Ontong Oct 16, 2024
JACKSON COUNTY, Ore. — The Jackson County commissioners intend to declare a state of emergency to release county funds to repair a bridge damaged by a fire that broke out in the Butte Falls area last week. Bridge Over Big Butte…
Events

4 Plays To See At Ashland New Plays Festival Starting Wednesday

Bernadette E. Ontong Oct 11, 2024
ASHLAND, Ore. — Four new plays from playwrights nationwide are set to reach the stage at the Ashland New Plays Festival (ANPF) which starts on Wednesday, October 16. Ashland New Plays Festival Productions With 350 submissions,…
Events

Ashland Independent Film Festival 2024 Opens On Oct. 3 With Over 60 Films

Bernadette E. Ontong Sep 20, 2024
ASHLAND, Ore — The Ashland Independent Film Festival (AIFF) is gearing up to screen over 60 films this year come October 3 when the festival opens- coinciding with Ashland’s Pride Parade. Ashland Independent Film Festival 2024…
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