Readers respond: Trashing the Willamette River

Readers are submitting letters to the editor regarding the condition of the Willamette River.
Letters to the Editor can be submitted to letters@oregonian.com with full name and place of residence.
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- Autumn rain and wind has prompted a KOIN 6 Weather Alert to go into effect Friday across western Oregon and southwest Washington. Gusty winds nearing almost 40 mph are possible along the Willamette Valley Friday morning. These gusty winds are expected to slow along the Oregon Coast and along the Willamette [...]
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