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2012-11-05
Of The Skanner News
The Skanner News is mobilizing its biggest coverage team ever on Nov. 6. Starting on Tuesday at 4 p.m., we’re transforming our website and social media hotspots into Election Central, where you can see what’s happening around the country and in our own region. Read the complete article
Hood to Coast Announces New Race to Promote Women’s Health
The Better Half, set for June 30, 2013, will include a half marathon and relay
2012-11-05
Bruce Poinsette Of The Skanner News
The event, set for June 3, next year, will focus on promoting women’s health and will include a half marathon and relay. Read the complete article
Cannabis Legalization Supporters Make Final Arguments for Measure 80
About 22 percent of Oregon voters remain undecided
2012-11-02
By Helen Silvis Of The Skanner News
Supporters of Measure 80, the Cannabis Tax Act, held a press conference in downtown Portland Friday morning. Read the complete article
Report: SNAP Benefits Don’t Last the Entire Month For Most Oregon Families
Why are so many people hungry? The Oregon Food Bank looks behind the numbers
2012-11-01
Bruce Poinsette Of The Skanner News
While policymakers in Washington, D.C. argue over the size of cuts to emergency food assistance, a new survey from the Oregon Food Bank says most families getting help are still going hungry. Read the complete article
Critically Acclaimed Author Returns Home to Speak to SEI
Mitchell S. Jackson hopes to inspire kids to tell their stories and develop a relationship with language
2012-10-30
Bruce Poinsette Of The Skanner News
Until 10 years ago, Mitchell S. Jackson never saw writing as a viable career. Now an acclaimed author, he says the idea for his book came to him while in prison. Read the complete article
East Portland Economic Development Summit Showcases Progress
Surprise Fact: Jobs grew in East Portland even as Portland lost jobs overall
2012-10-29
BY Helen Silvis Of The Skanner News
Sen. Jeff Merkley gave the keynote speech at the East Portland Neighborhood Economic Development Summit 2012. Organized by the Portland Development Commission and held at the Immigrant and Refugee Coalition of Oregon, the conference brought together business owners, financial specialists and community activists to learn about lending and development opportunities. Read the complete article
The African American Homebuyers Fair: Help for First-time Buyers and Struggling Homeowners
Avoiding foreclosure is possible for many, say housing specialists
2012-10-29
By Helen Silvis Of The Skanner News
The 14th annual African American Homebuyer’s Fair offered first-time homebuyers a wealth of advice and resources to help make their dreams possible. Read the complete article
Portland Multicultural Bridge Club Recruiting for Players
The Challengers Bridge Club is part of a proud historical tradition
2012-10-29
By Lisa Loving Of The Skanner News
The American Bridge Association (ABA) is launching a new membership drive and they’re looking for interested card players of any age. Read the complete article
DOJ and City of Portland Unveil Agreement Meant to Curb Use of Force Against Mentally Ill People
Mayor says PPB also must improve relationships with communites of color
2012-10-26
By Helen Silvis Of The Skanner News
The City of Portland and the Department of Justice have released a Letter of Agreement that aims to resolve problems identified in police use of force. Read the complete article
VIDEO: Snoozy’s Hollow Residents Set to Lose Homes Over City Council 'Improvements'
Residents say there is a 29 percent foreclosure rate in the tiny neighborhood, and liens on homes will push more people out
2012-10-24
Lisa Loving Of The Skanner News
The plight of the Snoozy's Hollow neighborhood in Northeast Portland came to a head Wednesday as the Portland City Council unanimously approved a plan adding $16,000 liens on residents’ homes – with the promise of $3,000-$10,000 more debt later -- to build them into the city's grid for individual water service, sewer services and roads with storm drains. Read the complete article
