Benton County District Attorney John Haroldson has ruled that a Philomath police officer who shot at a suspect in a kidnapping and hostage situation was justified in doing so.

Democrat-Herald Albany likely will stick with its current policy that sharply limits additional water sales outside the city limits in North Albany.

Benton County District Attorney John Haroldson says a Philomath police officer was justified when he fired a shot at a suspect during an Aug.