See the damage that this blaze caused at a long-established firm. And learn how other businesses, not directly touched by the fire, are now also suffering the consequences of the conflagration …

See why this colorful version of “Romeo and Juliet” is delighting young and old who come to see it this weekend …

See why this unusual call surprised even seasoned firefighters. And, oh yes – there is a valuable lesson provided by this incident …

But wait! Farm market enthusiasts, rejoice! Read this, and find out where you still can shop for fresh local foods – outdoors – even now that the winter weather has arrived. Two of these are this weekend …

Of the 17 people who were named 2010 ‘Spirit of Portland’ Award winners, you’ll be amazed to see how many of them come from ‘way East’ of the river …

Here’s a rare look behind the scenes at the lair of the craftspeople who create and build many of those novel and fun hands-on exhibits you see at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry …

With blessings, food and dance – see the colorful traditions these newcomers are bringing to our area at this outer East Portland celebratory event …

Perhaps you, too, will be interested to learn that face masks have far more meaning than simply being costume cover-ups for Halloween. See what we learned about mask-making, from Parkrose High’s innovative art instructor …

Find out why this is not just another physician’s clinic, and who is benefiting from the efforts of the two brothers who operate it …

Find out why a group of volunteers are working to turn under-used land into a growing oasis, in this sometimes rough-and-tumble neighborhood …

You’ll be amazed by the skills we saw being demonstrated by talented artists, here in outer East Portland! Come along and meet some of the artists …

Find out why folks are driving from all over town to bring their kids to this music concert series – held at a facility in East Portland dedicated to musical education …