Community 9/11 remembrance spotlights Portland’s firefighters
Discover why diverse community members came together at an outer East Portland location to commemorate the “Twin Towers” terrorist attack a decade ago …
Alert cops spot meth mule, seize pounds of dope
This wasn’t the huge drug bust this week that you’ve probably heard about – but it’s a good example of how outer East Portland police officers use their detective skills to get meth off our streets …
Kitchen fire chars Hazelwood home
Do-it-yourself firefighting wasn’t enough to keep this home from suffering major damage. Here are the details …
Commissioner Amanda Fritz named GABA’s ‘Gateway Citizen of the year’
Also, meet all of our outer East Portland ‘First Responders’ – again honored at this special ceremony held by the Gateway Area Business Association …
East Portland Neighborhood Small Grant Program application cycle for 2012 is now open
There’s $37,000 to be granted! See how much funding your non-profit group can get to help kick-start a community service project …
Freak wreck totals three cars, in Argay Terrace
Exactly why the driver of his car lost control remains unclear – but the result of this mighty crash is amazing. Take a look, and see why officials say they are surprised that no one was badly injured …
Slough luncheon provides fun facts – and food
If you missed this neat event on the Columbia Slough, there’s more fun coming up on Saturday! Take a look …
Volunteers tame overgrown back yard for new homeowner
See how the Proud Ground organization helps folks do more than just change from renters into homeowners. It’s pretty cool how they installed an ‘urban farm’ for this outer East Portland resident …