Again this year, at an unusual ‘auction’ where nothing was sold – businesspeople raised money to help several Parkrose High School graduating seniors attend college. And, see what these folks learned about unmanned aircraft – all at this most unusual and interesting luncheon meeting …

They still aren’t saying how they think the commercial fire started; but, they’re pretty sure a child started the house fire – one that could have been much worse, except for the prompt, valiant actions of an off-duty firefighter! We’ve got the photos that tell the story …

Take a moment to read this: Learn about some of the many men and women who have dedicated themselves to always help people on the ‘worst day of their lives’ …

See command staff and deputies from the Multnomah County Sheriffs Office again volunteered to bus tables and fetch drinks at the Mall 205 Red Robin Restaurant. It’s a pretty cool thing they’re doing …

Take a look at some of these locations! Perhaps you saw something that could help police capture these two gun-slinging bandits before they kill someone, and you could be rewarded $1,000 for your information …

Amid searches for evidence, accusations, and speculation in the community, a Multnomah County Grand Jury heard evidence that’s led to an indictment of 16-year-old Parrish Ian Bennette Jr. for the murder of 14-year-old Yashanee Vaughn. And, see exclusive photos of the extensive search for her body in East Portland …

Looking for some good news? Here’s an uplifting story about a Glenfair Neighborhood young man – whose effort to earn his Eagle Scout wings really paid off for sick little kids …

The driver wasn’t arrested or charged – but this mistake sure did some damage. Take a look for yourself …

Leave it to the folks at Classique Floors to find an eco-friendly to clear their back lot of weeds, brambles, and brush! See these hungry critters at work, and learn why the boss hired the herd …

Find out who investigated outer East Portland’s only hospital after a man died in their parking lot, the results of that survey – and what the family’s attorney has to say about this unfortunate incident …

Many neighbors say they oppose making portions of this street as wide as five lanes. Find out why they prefer three lanes – and the reason City and State planners insist there are places where this road must be much wider …

It’s up to the DA whether or not to file charges. But, see why a neighbor believes it was most likely self-defense. Apparently, it wasn’t some innocent bystander who died …

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