See why lasting friendships, and a beautiful performance, were just two of the benefits David Douglas School District families received for hosting students from Portland’s ‘sister city’ in Taiwan …

Although we were disappointed that there weren’t any outer East Portland entries – take a look at the fun they had at this year’s event. And, start saving your milk cartons for next year’s event …

Summer is here. Really! With our glorious 80 days of beautiful weather just around the corner, now’s a good time to learn how to be safe – and not run afoul of the law – before you slip your watercraft into one of our rivers.  READ THIS and learn about their special enforcement mission going on right now to curb drunken boating …

Things looked pretty dreary when it rained the first day, but when the sun came out – wow! See why folks came from all over three counties to enjoy a county fair that’s NOT put on by the County …

Too busy to visit their market on Saturday? Read this and find out when – and where – they’re opening for a second day every week …

Who would have guessed that a small community fair at Gateway’s 111th Square – and a neighborhood bicycle tour – would be met with such enthusiasm, and with such delightful weather …

See members of “America’s Greatest Generation”, as they take time – at this special ceremony – to honor all who have given their lives in the service of their country in the Armed Forces …

Here’s why hundreds of green-thumbed plant enthusiasts came to Floyd Light Middle School. An, see why we think this wasn’t your ordinary plant sale …

Find out which Parkrose School District elementary and middle school students were chosen for these annual honors …

How about it, outer East Portland? With many categories of boat entries already available, find out what new kind of watercraft is encouraged to enter – and, see why it certainly doesn’t have to be built for speed …

If you didn’t make it out to this great event – the first big official event of the 2010 Portland Rose Festival – you’ll want to see the dozens of exclusive photos in our story, to show you all the fun you missed …

See why we believe the Community Fair at Eastport Plaza was simply first of the many great outdoor events Portlanders love to attend in the summertime. Wow! There’s a lot of great photos in this story you’ll enjoy …

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