See why representatives from neighborhood business districts throughout outer East Portland came together to have lunch, while getting unfettered access to US Congressman Earl Blumenauer’s ear …

Find out why the threat of dark storm clouds and a couple of early fall showers didn’t dampen the spirits of those who went and had a ball at the ‘End of Summer Cruise-in’ …

Also, meet all of our outer East Portland ‘First Responders’ – again honored at this special ceremony held by the Gateway Area Business Association …

Portland Immigrant Statue unveiling and Parkrose centennial celebration set October 1

See why many who attended said it seemed like Mayor Sam Adams was pitching for re-election, just days before he announced he wouldn’t seek another term. Learn what he says he believes are his important accomplishments for the business community …

See all the merriment that took place at this first area-wide event, held in the historic ‘downtown’ Montavilla area along SE Stark Street …

Find out why this streetside rose garden was planted – and, where you can go to see it …

Find out who was awarded thousands of scholarship dollars, and why these funds are so important to the graduates. And, find out why the Parkrose Posse is “riding again” to put on one more ‘Barn Bash’ this weekend …

Take a look at how folks from the East Portland Chamber of Commerce mixed business and pleasure at their annual golf tournament …

See what Mayor Sam Adams, and Commissioner Amanda Fritz, had to say, when they visited the annual luncheon of the Midway Business Association. And, find out to whom they gave special honors at this meeting …

Can residents expect ever to see streetcars rolling up and down this unique SE Portland street? Our update on the ‘Foster Road Streetscape Plan’ reveals all …

Take a look at all the photos of this great event, hosted by the Gateway Area Business Association, and enjoyed by families all over, and you’ll see why folks had such a good time at the event at 111th Square …