See why Powellhurst-Gilbert and Centennial neighbors feel the year-long involvement in the plan to improve outer SE Powell Boulevard was worth it. And, why any one of four scenarios may trigger a wider roadway than neighbors say they’d like …

Officially, a car struck the mini-bike rider. See why the evidence at the scene indicates otherwise …

Find out who was awarded thousands of scholarship dollars, and why these funds are so important to the graduates. And, find out why the Parkrose Posse is “riding again” to put on one more ‘Barn Bash’ this weekend …

Find out why one resident tried to dash back into the inferno – and the other dangers the firefighters had to avoid while quenching this fire …

Take a look at how folks from the East Portland Chamber of Commerce mixed business and pleasure at their annual golf tournament …

Find out why so many residents of Leander Court participated in this project, and what they – and the community – learned from it …

Find out why this professional magician presented a program called ‘Violating the Magicians Code’ at Midland Library – and why it turned out to be a good thing …

Find out what kind of special unit Central Northeast Neighbors volunteers are hoping to buy for Portland Fire & Rescue’s Station 12 …

You might be surprised to learn just how many years this pre-July 4th parade has been inspiring both young and old to come out and celebrate Independence Day weekend …

The results of this early morning fire could have been much, much worse. Find out just why firefighters say this story ended better than some do …

Don’t pitch your deposit-return bottles and cans after your holiday celebration. Here’s where to take them – to help support Parkrose school programs …

Just in time for nice summer weather, here’s yet another reason to add historic Oaks Amusement Park to your “stay-cation” destination list …