The Skanner Breaking News Oct. 9, 2014

Portland to Say Farewell to Police Chief Reese and Welcome Chief O'Dea

Community relationships should be at the heart of police work, says new Chief Larry O’Dea… For all the information click here

Portland: Two More Chances to Speak Up on Affordable Housing

The events are held in a group discussion format, with participants asked to share their stories about housing and their ideas for what is needed… To read the whole story click here

Garfield High School Rape Case Moves Toward Settlement

The proposed $700,000 settlement with the girl’s family goes before the school board for approval on Oct. 15… To read all about it click here

Development Wraps Black History and Career Education into Preservation Project

A corner lot on Northeast Martin Luther King Boulevard at Shaver Street is on track to become a soul food cart court and an education center where youth can learn about Black History… To check the details click here

Northwest November Ballots: From Gun Control to Retail Cannabis

It is without a doubt going to be a big Election Night on Nov. 4, with far-reaching ballot measures sure to lure big voter turnouts in both Oregon and Washington… To read more click here

Family Fun Events in The Skanner News Community Calendar

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New Online Order Form to Place a Real Estate Ad for Print or Web

We now have online classified ad and announcement ordering for your convenience. Place your ad or announcement in print, online or both using our new quick and easy form… Click here to purchase a real estate ad.

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