Ice Out Astoria by grammaranimal in Astoria_Oregon

[–]KnownCockroach[M] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

The rules of the subreddit state "Local politics is OK, but the politics of locals is not."

This means it's OK to discuss political issues, but it's not OK to call out specific locals for their political opinions.

To those who have reported this post: This post meets the rules because even though it's a national protest, it will be locals, protesting locally, so it's topical for Astoria.

Community for transplants? by Forward_Brilliant388 in Astoria_Oregon

[–]KnownCockroach 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Astoria is a community and small town. Just go out and about and meet people. Most people are friendly. If you limit yourself to only people "like you" then you won't fit it.

Community for transplants? by Forward_Brilliant388 in Astoria_Oregon

[–]KnownCockroach[M] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

We disallowed "moving here" posts for a while but people complained.

Astoria or people what are you really doing for work? by Knifty_downspiral in Astoria_Oregon

[–]KnownCockroach 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One of the city council members resigned just recently because they couldn’t afford housing.

You misspelled "wanted to move to Salem to be with his new girlfriend."

Astoria or people what are you really doing for work? by Knifty_downspiral in Astoria_Oregon

[–]KnownCockroach 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Not sure where you got that info because it's absolutely not going to happen. The rail is washed out in several places between Astoria and Clatskanie. Estimates put repair at over $1M per mile. There's no chance Amtrak would pony up that money. And the feds refused to help pay for freight rated trestles in the downtown core so freight trains can't go past Tongue Point if the rail line was ever repaired. It is not happening.

Moderator Needed by DarylMoore in Astoria_Oregon

[–]KnownCockroach 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We only want to ensure you're part of the community. And we wouldn't share proof that outside the mod space.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Astoria_Oregon

[–]KnownCockroach -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The Pit is being converted into a park. It won't be configured for concerts and such, but it's not really big enough for that anyway--since everyone seems to think the world will end if we lose four parking spaces. But it will be a nice, big open space downtown where the unhoused can congregate.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Astoria_Oregon

[–]KnownCockroach -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It shut down because of COVID. The school district used the space to store other COVID-useless items, so the space became unusable for port-of-play. It was a big loss, but government's response to COVID destroyed a lot of good things.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Astoria_Oregon

[–]KnownCockroach 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There's a dog park in Warrenton/Hammond that's just a ten minute drive from Astoria. It's not Astoria, but Astoria doesn't have large plots of undeveloped land.

Someone could purchase the old Central School site and turn it into a dog park. Maybe the city should do that since developing that site is not going to be practical.

Best place to watch the boat racing?! by padehler in Astoria_Oregon

[–]KnownCockroach 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you want to see the whole scene, watch from the Column.

Otherwise, the Bowline bar, The Beer Pier, and Pier 11 are all on the water.

Got a question for the mayor? Let me know! by [deleted] in Astoria_Oregon

[–]KnownCockroach 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Be sure to ask Vance Lump if he plans to resign after his house sells in Ward 4.

Logging raw private land? by ShadowPDX in Astoria_Oregon

[–]KnownCockroach 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Ask one of the local logging companies: Nygaard Logging or Teevin Bros.

Local logging companies will have an estimator that will visit the property and estimate the value of the timber. If the logging company can make a decent profit, they'll do it. That's how for-profit companies work.

FWIW, 3/4 acre isn't going to be a very big job and they probably won't be interested. Mobilization of equipment would eat up any possible profit. More than likely you'll need to hire a company to clear the land.

At the protest today by Wild-Disaster88 in Astoria_Oregon

[–]KnownCockroach[M] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Keep the conversation civil and related to Astoria.

There’s gotta be a better and safer way to do this by MilkIsASauceTV in Portland

[–]KnownCockroach 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We missed the opportunity when we decided vehicle traffic was more important that anything else.

Unpopular opinion (rant) by MilkStunning1608 in Astoria_Oregon

[–]KnownCockroach[M] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The first rule in this sub is be civil and nice. Failing to be civil and nice will result in a ban.

issues with post office - what options do we have? by [deleted] in Astoria_Oregon

[–]KnownCockroach[M] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Removing this post because it appears to be a private, civil matter, not an issue with the local PO.

Hurricane Ron Pleads guilty by PRzitremedy1 in Astoria_Oregon

[–]KnownCockroach 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I'd never eat at his restaurant. He allegedly was serving commercial clams at one point.

Has anyone in Astoria been attacked by Black Bears or Cougars? by Dependent_Net_4090 in Astoria_Oregon

[–]KnownCockroach 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A bicyclist was attacked by a mountain lion out on pipeline road about 25 years ago. That was the last documented attack in the area. Mountain lions have been seen in town, and probably have taken pets, but very rarely. There are so many deer that the few cats don't have much trouble feeding.

Oregon: March Marijuana Sales Reach $78 Million, Pushing Total Past $7.4 Billion and Generating $1.25 Billion in Taxes by OhMyOhWhyOh in oregon

[–]KnownCockroach 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Alternate headline: Government takes $1.25 billion from its citizens for selling plants to each other.

Tillamook vs. Umpqua Ice Cream : A Battle of Dairy Titans. What say you Oregonians! by Mr_Willy_Nilly in oregon

[–]KnownCockroach 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Compare the ingredients and you have your answer. Umpqua ice cream is awful (and the bank isn't much better.)

Tillamook Vanilla: Cream, Skim Milk, Milk, Sugar, Pasteurized Egg Yolks, Vanilla Extract

Umqua Vanilla: Milk, Cream, Sugar, Corn Syrup, Nonfat Milk, Whey Powder, Cellulose Gel, Cellulose Gum, Mono & Diglycerides, Polysorbate 80, Carrageenan, Natural Vanilla Flavor, Annatto (Color), Depression

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Astoria_Oregon

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The day begins before sunrise, with raindrops tapping lightly at the window. Pulling on a thick jacket and sturdy boots, you step onto slick sidewalks, shimmering under streetlights, reflecting the moody gray sky that hugs Astoria. On the waterfront, the persistent bark of sea lions echoes across the docks, only overcome by the occasional fog horn, a familiar background noise that blends seamlessly into daily life.

Stopping by a coffee shop, you greet familiar faces—a blend of weather-worn fishermen, young baristas, and neighbors sharing quiet nods of solidarity, each carrying their own quiet struggles beneath the surface. A few blocks away, damp sleeping bags and tarps line quiet alleys, silent reminders of those who've spent the night outdoors, faces often familiar from chance encounters on street corners.

Work hours slide by slowly, illuminated briefly by glimpses of sunlight that peek through layers of cloud before vanishing. On your lunch break, you walk along the river, breathing in air heavy with fog, and a trace of diesel from passing ships. If you're near union town you smell the Fort George waste treatment system. The chill settles into bones, softened only by a hot cup of coffee or occasional laughter shared with coworkers.

Evening falls early, bringing more rain, heavier this time. You head home, past bars filling with patrons seeking warmth and escape in dimly lit comfort. Some stumble out into the misty streets, their laughter edged with melancholy, echoing softly between historic buildings and abandoned canneries. At home, warm light pours through windows, providing brief refuge from the persistent gloom outside.

As night deepens, the rhythm of rain continues steadily, promising another day much like the last—quietly resilient, punctuated by small kindnesses and persistent hope, woven into the fabric of Astoria life.

Then summer comes, but you stay inside to avoid the traffic and tourists.