These three incidences of violence – within a week – indicate why more neighbors are saying they’re wishing for a little more “peace and good will” in their neighborhoods, as Christmas draws near …

Here’s a heartwarming story of how the Oregon Department of Human Services creates a magical event for kids – many of whom are experiencing a very dark Christmas …

See the valuable lesson that can be learned from this tragic accident …

Take a look at this story, and you’ll agree the Parkrose Business Association puts on more than just a simple dinner, to ring in the Holidays …

Not all streets connect to NE Sandy Boulevard, as this driver found out – but really, trying to make a getaway through a cemetery is a bad idea …

Here’s another example of how volunteers are doing all they can to make sure kids have the opportunity to attend Outdoor School …

Ice isn’t the only danger on winter mornings in outer East Portland. Find out why this particular smashup shut down NE 82nd Avenue for hours …

Here’s where to take your kids to see the real Santa Claus – and take photos of your family with jolly St. Nick for free – and, at the same time, help organizations who help so many folks the year ’round …

Find out why – if it weren’t for this dedicated group of volunteers – this outer East Portland treasure might well have become a YMCA Camp. And, look at the fun they offered at their annual Holiday Bazaar and Artist Market …

See why neighbors say they’d be happy if this “vacant” house were bulldozed to the ground …

Here’s why many of our motorcycle-riding folks from outer East Portland all headed west – with plush toys strapped to their steel horses, last Saturday morning …

See why, on this special day, students were more than happy to attend an all-school assembly – when ‘Committed’ – an a cappella singing group – was to appear …