Other merchant associations could take a page from this organization’s book. See why, right here …
Event chair Debbe Hamada (formerly director of East Portland Community Center) at her store, Tilde, says she enjoys creating events that bring the community together.
Story and photos by David F. Ashton
When 100 merchants, members of the recently-expanded Sellwood-Westmoreland Business Alliance, agreed to participate in this August 9 event, they hoped it would draw folks to their businesses – and indeed, everyone came out a winner.
They call this East Portland teen a musical “whiz-kid”. See why he returned to offer a special concert to benefit his alma mater …
Matthew Cohen plays classical selections with verve and passion, during a benefit concert at his former music academy, the Community Musical Center in Inner Southeast Portland.
Story and photos by David F. Ashton
Starting when he was six years old – and continuing on for a decade – Matthew Cohen held his violin case tightly, as he headed into the Community Music Center (CMC) on SE Francis Street for his music lessons.
North, south, east and west – we traveled to all of the National Night Out gatherings throughout outer East Portland. Here’s your chance to “ride shotgun” on our annual odyssey …
Carol Krikava, Parkrose Neighborhood Association’s Secretary, and Marcy Emerson-Peters (Chair of land use and community development) help out at the National Night Out information center at the Parkrose Festival and Cruise-in on August 2.
Story and photos by David F. Ashton (except as noted)
More than many other cities around the country, Portland – and especially outer East Portland neighborhoods – participates with gusto in the National Night Out Against Crime.
Here’s a way to help kids do better in school! Take school supplies to a barrel in Eastport Plaza before the end of August …
Portland General Electric’s specialist in community affairs, Rachel DeRosia, says she hopes you’ll fill this barrel at their Eastport Plaza office with school supplies.
Story and photos by David F. Ashton
Now’s the time that folks start thinking about buying pencils, erasers, crayons, colored pencils, scissors, glue sticks, markers, notebook paper, and backpacks for their young students.
But, many folks can’t afford to equip their kids for school. Portland General Electric is stepping up to help them out.
We don’t often need to use groundwater wells – but, discover here what it takes to keep this backup water supply ready – just in case it’s needed …
Brian Robison, Portland Water Bureau operating engineer, stands above one of several pumps in the Groundwater Pumping Station, located in the Wilkes neighborhood in outer East Portland.
Story and photos by David F. Ashton
One of the things that make the greater Portland area an attractive place to live runs out of our sinks’ faucets – Bull Run drinking water.
SHOCKING BUT TRUE:
Move over meth! Big-time heroin trafficking is now out into the ‘burbs! Get the inside story here …
Folks living around this Montavilla Neighborhood home say they feel unsettled that a house on their street is suspected to be involved with one of the largest heroin distribution operations in East Portland the cops have ever seen.
Story and photo by David F. Ashton
We’ve all heard about the “methamphetamine epidemic” that swept outer East Portland. While the Mexican drug lords are still pumping the drug into our part of town; the dangerous methamphetamine labs are pretty much a thing of the past.
See how the East Portland Chamber of Commerce is fulfilling its mission of providing a voice for businesspeople throughout the area …
The co-host of the Chamber’s Summer Fiesta, Vicki Mosier of CopperMoon Design, welcomes the folks coming to her studio and invites them to dig into some great Mexican food.
Story and photos by David F. Ashton
One of the more social business groups, the East Portland Chamber of Commerce, held a Summer Fiesta networking event on the last day of July at the SE Portland studios of CopperMoon Design.
More than just the inexpensive ice cream, see how all the fun activities at this Southeast event supports a great cause …
As part of his duties, event chair Reid Kells monitors the Big Bounce Room, at this year’s Sundae in the Park.
Story and photos by David F. Ashton
For 27 years, the Sellwood Moreland Improvement League’s (SMILE) “Sundae in the Park” has been the preeminent neighborhood event. The 28th edition on August 3, in Sellwood Park, managed to outshine even the previous versions.
How’s the city combating gang crime, street thugs, transit safety and prostitution? Learn more about the program the bureau’s Assistant Chief says is doing the job … or at least, part of it …
East Portland Involved Citizens (EPIC) Director Dave Smith introduces the cops who are tasked with putting the “HEAT” on crooks.
Story and photos by David F. Ashton
Many outer East Portland neighbors expressed concern, when they learned that the Portland Police Bureau East Precinct Crime Reduction Unit (CRU) had been dismantled.
It’s more than a car show; see why this expanded festival had folks coming from all over to enjoy a new community event …
A hundred specialty vehicles – classics, customs, hotrods, and antiques – are on display along NE Sandy Blvd. at the 2008 Parkrose Festival and Cruise-in. We thank PBA board member Terry Brier with Davey Organicare for the “lift”, allowing us to take aerial photos!
Story and photos by David F. Ashton
Started years ago by members of the Parkrose Business Association (PBA), led by Gail Bash of Jackpot Corp. – the original Parkrose Cruise-in was a vehicle for the organization to raise money to fund graduating Parkrose High seniors’ scholarships.
Meteorologists say the 103º+ temperatures are coming late in the season. See when the heat wave is expected to break – and where you can cool off …
Portland Parks & Recreation set up portable “water slides” like this one we saw at Brooklyn Park, to help folks beat the summer heat.
Story and photos by David F. Ashton
A question bantered around this week is, “Hot enough for ya?”
To get the official word about the weather, we speak with meteorologist Tiffani Brown at the National Weather Center on NE 122nd Ave. She blames the blazing hot temperatures on a stagnant weather pattern.
‘House Recycling’ Progress Report – They didn’t destroy the old house on their lot – they actually recycled it into a totally new home. Find out why, right here …
Some of the old house’s flooring was made into cabinets; the best boards were laid in the new bathrooms.
Story and photos by David F. Ashton
Board by board, the old ramshackle Westmoreland house on SE Rex Street that Shannon Quimby purchased last year has now been recycled into a brand new home.
