See how members of the East Portland Chamber of Commerce have welcomed businesses into the community, provided valuable information to members, and socially networked during 2009 – and why you should consider joining their group …

Bring your camera to ‘Santa’s Place’; take a photo of your kids you’ll treasure for years – and consider bringing a toy or food for a needy youngster or family! It’s a gift they’ll appreciate this holiday season.

Here’s an idea: Consider buying locally-made one-of-a-kind gifts – crafted from recycled materials. Find out where you can see them in person – or, save time and money by shopping online right from this article …

There’s no reason to feel that you’re all alone when trying to solve business problems, says the president of Mt. Hood Community College. Take a look and learn more …

Does it seem as if bus service in outer East Portland is being cut back? Is TriMet ready for snow? And, is crime, overall, really up? Find out the answers to these critical questions right here …

With activities from SE 50th to SE 92nd Avenue, see why this late summer event has grown more and more popular every year …

They’re saying a lot has changed, as the U.S. Census plans to count noses next year. Is the controversial group, “A.C.O.R.N.” still involved in the process? Some of what we learned may surprise you …

Find out how – and why – this group gathers to honor front-line public safety personnel each September …

Neighbors and business people agree – the graffiti has got to go. See how they’re taking on the daunting challenge of wiping clean their section of outer SE Portland of unsightly public nuisance markings …

Discover what happened when the fun folks of the Gateway Area Business Association helped Parkview Christian Retirement Community put on this fine Saturday event …

See why nearly 400 people kept their appointment with Doctor Dave, when they all showed up at this event …

Here’s your opportunity to catch up on the activities of the Gateway Area Business Association …