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Unbiased help for Oregonians with Medicare Starting Nov 15th

Staff Writer — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 21:08:36 +0000

Some Oregonians with Medicare have to select new health insurance and many others will want to review their health or drug coverage as Medicare’s big enrollment season gets under way. “Consumers should be aware that stand-alone Medicare prescription drug plans and Medicare Advantage plans change their premium and coverage each year,” said Lisa Emerson, manager of [...]

Portland, Mayor and PDC are all Focused on Small Business Success

Staff Writer — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:07:37 +0000

Approximately 94 percent of Portland businesses have fewer than 50 employees. Undoubtedly, Portland is a small business city. The Portland Development Commission unveiled today at City Council that it is an agency more than capable of serving the needs and requirements of these businesses through new divisions with a dedicated staff of more than 35 [...]

Captain Bogg & Salty YO HO Holiday Concert

Staff Writer — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:53:26 +0000

Ahoy There, Buccaneers of All Ages! CAPTAIN BOGG & SALTY YO HO HOLIDAY CONCERT Sunday, December 6th, 1 pm Aladdin Theater 3017 SE Milwaukee Ave., Portland, OR A kindie rock concert for the whole crew, offering a bit of piratical merriment for this festive season Tickets: $10 Advance / $12 [...]

12 North Clackamas Schools rated outstanding

Staff Writer — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:41:13 +0000

On the Oregon school report cards released today, a dozen North Clackamas Schools received top ratings as outstanding schools. School report card ratings are based on student performance, student behavior, academic improvement, and school characteristics such as attendance and graduation rates. The outstanding schools include Sunrise Middle School as well as View Acres, Sunnyside, Spring Mountain, Sojourner, [...]

BREAKING: Shooting at Tualatin Business

Jmartens — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 21:35:30 +0000

On Tuesday at 11:48 am, Tualatin Police, with the assistance of surrounding police agencies, responded to reports of an armed subject who fired shots at a Tualatin business. The business is located in a strip mall at the intersection of SW Martinazzi Avenue and SW Warm Springs Street. Police quickly secured the scene. At this time, [...]

180 Volunteers Needed to Support H1N1 Vaccine Mega-Clinic on November 14th in Vancouver

Staff Writer — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:49:50 +0000

The Clark Regional Emergency Services Agency (CRESA) and Clark County Public Health are seeking 180 volunteers, 18 years of age and older, for this Saturday, November 14th. Public Health will be hosting at a large community H1N1 vaccine distribution clinic. Volunteer duties will range from being greeters, registration, flow monitors, vaccine assistants, forms collection, line leaders, [...]

Portland Parks & Recreation acquires three new properties, including an expansion of Leach Botanical Garden

Staff Writer — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:28:52 +0000

Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) has recently acquired three new properties, all located adjacent to existing park properties, including nearly a half acre that will provide Leach Botanical Garden with much-needed expansion space. The other acquisitions are adjacent to Knott Park in northeast Portland and Gates Park, a park property in outer east Portland which, [...]

Oregon bars, bowling centers are following Smokefree Workplace Law, study shows

Staff Writer — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:17:09 +0000

The majority of Oregon bars and bowling centers are in compliance with the expanded Smokefree Workplace Law, according to a new study. The law, which took effect Jan. 1, 2009, prohibits smoking in indoor workplaces including bars, bowling centers and bingo halls, and creates a 10-foot smokefree zone around doors, windows and ventilation systems in [...]

WSU Vancouver Hosts Preview Day for Prospective Students

Staff Writer — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:07:44 +0000

Wash. – Washington State University Vancouver will offer prospective students an opportunity to learn about the campus, the programs, student life, admissions, financial aid and more at Preview Day. The event will be held Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 5:30 p.m. in the Administration building, room 110. An optional campus tour is available at 4 p.m. [...]

Clark County Board of Commissioners Presents Methamphetamine Education Workshop

Staff Writer — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:51:23 +0000

On Thursday, November 12th from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, the Clark County Board of Commissioners will conduct a work session for policy makers on Methamphetamine, it’s current impact on our communities, local prevention issues and future action steps. The Work Session is hosted by the Board of Clark County Commissioners and coordinated by the Clark [...]