Galley Bend has slipped into the old Longboard Louie’s space off Highway 20 on Dean Swift Road and the transformation is a pleasant surprise. The new remodel features both low and tall tables, plenty of natural light and a full bar. The restaurant is the creation of two former flight attendants, Krid Sathirawongwan (Kris) and […]
Galley Bend Lifts Off With Far East Flavor
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A New Way to Enjoy Crispy, Cheesy Comfort Food at Home
Cotto Italian Street Food has launched an Arancini Club. Arancini are golden, crispy Sicilian rice balls traditionally stuffed, breaded and fried. “They’re comfort food with soul,” Cotto co-owner Sarah Fink told the Source. “Creamy risotto on the inside, an irresistible crunch on the outside, made for sharing, celebrating and savoring.” For $20 a month, members […]
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Navigating Negotiations
In an uber-competitively paced real estate market negotiations are often extremely limited. But good news for Central Oregon buyers … we are no longer in 2021 conditions! While we may not truly be in a “buyer’s market,” most sellers are actually quite willing to negotiate and you can (and should!) use your agent to do […]
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All Libraries in Deschutes County Are Closed Through Sunday
All Deschutes Public Library locations will be closed Friday, December 12, through Sunday, December 14, due to network security issues. There will be no access to the library website during this time, however customers can still access and reserve materials through the library’s catalog (https://dpl.bibliocommons.com) and through the Libby app, where you can access eBooks, […]
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Drive-Thru Food Drive on Sat. Dec. 13
The Bend Park and Recreation District is hosting a Drive-Thru Holiday Food Drive on Saturday, Dec. 13, to help fill the shelves at the NeighborImpact Food Bank. Community members are invited to bring food donations to Larkspur Community Center from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. this Saturday. The drop-off location is at the Larkspur Community […]
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Essential Foundations Training Brings Collaborative Problem Solving to Redmond in 2026
The Hero Makers will offer an in-person Essential Foundations Collaborative Problem Solving® Training on January 15-16, 2026 at the Redmond Library. The two-day event is designed for parents, caregivers, educators, and professionals who support children and young people with challenging behavior. An early bird rate of $350 is available through December 15, 2025 (regular price: $375). Led by Certified Collaborative Problem Solving® Trainers Shannon […]
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Three Sisters Backcountry is Making Cascades Magic
Put down that beat-up Harry Potter paperback. With the right guidance, the forests of Central Oregon can put a spell on you, no wands or wizard hats required. Just ask Three Sisters Backcountry about the “magic that exists” at their two mountain yurts. They’re located at the base of what the outdoor recreation company calls […]
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Deschutes National Forest Approves Class 1 E-Bikes
It’s a new dawn in the Deschutes National Forest. After months of analysis and public comment, the Forest Service finalized its approval of Class 1 e-bikes along approximately 160 miles of system trails and paved paths throughout Phil’s Trail Complex, Peterson Ridge Trail, Wanoga and Sunriver locations. These soft-surface or paved trails, of which there […]
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Planning Underway for a Reusable Takeout Food Container Program in Bend
Nearly 1 trillion disposable food service products are used each year in the U.S., weighing nearly 9 million tons, according to Upstream, a reuse advocacy organization. Based on conversations with local food cart lots, The Environmental Center in Bend says one lot can produce 9 cubic yards of waste per week. To take a bite […]
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New Asian-Inspired Brunch in Bend
A new brunch spot in Bend offers unique food with artistic flair. Sen Thai Hot Pot and Noodle House on NW Newport Avenue is serving brunch Saturdays and Sundays from 9am-2pm starting Saturday, Dec. 13. Asian-inspired dishes include satay & egg, which is beef steak, peanut sauce, pickled carrot and daikon radish. The Thai curry […]