The New Era

The New Era Sweet Home, OR's Local Newspaper Since 1929. The New Era is a respected newspaper located in Sweet Home, Oregon.

Established in 1929, it has been serving the Sweet Home community for nearly a century. Throughout its history, The New Era has been dedicated to providing local news, events, and important information to its readers. As a pillar of the community, the newspaper has witnessed and chronicled the transformation of Sweet Home, ensuring that residents are well-informed and connected to their local comm

unity. Over the years, The New Era has garnered respect and trust from its readership, and it remains a vital source of news for the Sweet Home area.

Khaidyn Patterson-Ramsey, center, uses a post pounder to drive a hole into the bank of the Santiam River while his broth...
11/21/2025

Khaidyn Patterson-Ramsey, center, uses a post pounder to drive a hole into the bank of the Santiam River while his brother, Kandyn, at left, and Dace Phearson watch.
This was how some Brownsville residents spent a Saturday morning in Lebanon on Oct. 25. It was part of a volunteer effort spearheaded by the Lebanon Garden Club to halt erosion along the bank at Riverview Park. More than 200 plant cuttings were placed along the bank. The Patterson-Ramsey brothers, both junior high students at Central Linn, joined the group to help Lebanon FFA teacher Mike Wilson, who was also there. They said it was fun and tiring at the same time.

Throwback Thursday this week from 25, 50 and 75 years ago.Nov. 23, 1950Preparations for the coming Christmas season are ...
11/20/2025

Throwback Thursday this week from 25, 50 and 75 years ago.

Nov. 23, 1950

Preparations for the coming Christmas season are underway, with installation of five additional mail boxes and hiring of additional help for the rush season. Postmaster Nealia Haven said the five new mail drops bring the number to 10 which serve this area. To aid other mailmen in this, the first home Christmas delivery in Sweet Home, they hired three part-time employees.

Nov. 20, 1975

A committee dedicated to creating Santiam County out of the eastern portion of Linn County was so far able to secure about 25% of signatures needed to put the issue on the November 1976 ballot. They need 50% of registered voters within the proposed boundaries of the new county to ensure it goes on the ballot, which is about 3,000 signatures.

Nov. 22, 2000

The Willamette Industries board rejected a buyout offer from Weyerhaeuser, which offered a $48 per share and $1.7 billion payoff of debt. Willamette’s CEO responded by saying the board unanimously determined the proposal is not in the best interest of Willamette, its shareholders and other constituencies. In their response letter, they stated, “In short, the board views your proposal as an opportunistic attempt to acquire one of the industry’s leading franchises at a time when stock prices in the industry are depressed.”

Honoring Veterans
11/19/2025

Honoring Veterans

Sweet Home’s American Legion Post 133 held an open house Saturday, Nov. 15, at its new post headquarters off Holley Road...
11/19/2025

Sweet Home’s American Legion Post 133 held an open house Saturday, Nov. 15, at its new post headquarters off Holley Road. A continuous stream of visitors moved in and out of the building, the former Fir Lawn Lutheran Church, which the Legion has purchased and is restoring after it was severely damaged by an arsonist. Legion members provided lunch as visitors toured the facility and availed themselves of brochures and other informational materials.

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1313 Main Street
Sweet Home, OR
97386

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Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm

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We are a locally owned media company, specializing in print media news. We live in Sweet Home, Work in Sweet Home, and invest our lives into Sweet Home. Our goal is to cover our community like no one else. From news to advertising to legal publications, we are here to serve you! A secondary branch, but equally important side of our business is to make you look good! We offer design, layout and word crafting. From posters, to brochures, to business cards, we would love to help you! Give us a call: 541-367-2135