Green Archive
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Unique Portland Fun
Posted on May 17, 2012 | 1 CommentSunday Parkways begins a new season By Mindy Cooper/The Portland Observer In northeast Portland on Sunday, residents discovered what the neighborhood was like when cars became the minority on the... -
Free Youth Fishing Clinic
Posted on May 17, 2012 | No CommentsThe Hood River Ranger District of the Mount Hood National Forest will be hosting its annual Free Youth Fishing Clinic on Saturday, May 19, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.... -
RideAbout Shuttle Celebrates
Posted on May 9, 2012 | 1 CommentThe RideAbout shuttle, a free service for seniors and people with disabilities who need a little extra help getting around, is celebrating more than 15 years of service to residents... -
Energy Trust Appliance Rebates
Posted on April 11, 2012 | 2 CommentsOffers recycling and cash for old models Whether for grocery bulk buys or chilling those extra drinks, that second fridge in the garage or basement might be using up more... -
East County Help with Solar Options
Posted on April 11, 2012 | No CommentsProgram provides economic, environmental benefits Solar Gresham is for residents to learn about solar energy and renewable energy options. The solar installation program is also available to the neighboring communities... -
Women Ready for Green Jobs
Posted on April 11, 2012 | 2 CommentsNon-profit dedicated to the success in the trades By Mindy Cooper/The Portland Observer Dedicated to the success and empowerment of women in the trades, one local organization is on... -
Upgrades for Better Heath, Energy Efficiency
Posted on March 28, 2012 | 2 CommentsVolunteers work on housing rehabilitation project A hands-on home improvement project led by the non-profit Portland Community Reinvestment Initiatives is making upgrades to PCRI rental homes in northeast Portland. Volunteers... -
Cultivating Gardens
Posted on March 14, 2012 | No CommentsBy Mindy Cooper/The Portland Observer The demand for garden space is on the rise, leaving many Portlanders wondering where they can plant their seeds this spring. Founded in 1975, Portland... -
Earthquake!
Posted on March 7, 2012 | 1 CommentOfficials work to get people ready for disaster By Mindy Cooper/ The Portland Observer In an effort to alleviate both the fear and stigma surrounding earthquakes and tsunamis, emergency... -
Diverse Group Plants Trees along I-205
Posted on January 18, 2012 | 1 CommentState Rep. Michael Dembrow of northeast Portland and a diverse group of volunteers from nearby neighborhoods planted 165 trees Monday to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on the... -
Grumbling over Garbage
Posted on November 23, 2011 | No CommentsSome residents have trouble adjusting to service changes By Cari Hachmann/ The Portland Observer A full trash bag sits on Hannah Mwolo’s front porch outside her Northeast Roselawn Street home.... -
Leaf Harvest for Homebound
Posted on November 16, 2011 | No CommentsFriends of Trees volunteers offer a hand Residents and volunteers were seen scattered about neighborhood lawns last week and over the weekend as they collected and bagged leaves from the... -
Battling High Costs of Cooler Days: Home weatherization and other tips offered
Posted on November 9, 2011 | No CommentsBy Mindy Cooper/The Portland Observer With winter just around the corner, local businesses and organizations are dedicated to helping both homeowners and renters face their rising energy costs through affordable... -
Celebrating 40 Years of Amtrak
Posted on November 9, 2011 | No CommentsAmtrak joined local residents to celebrate four decades of rail passenger service when its 40th anniversary exhibit train made a stop in Portland. The special train, with artifacts and memorabilia,... -
Suicides on the Rise
Posted on October 19, 2011 | No CommentsDelivering a message of hope and prevention By Mindy Cooper/ The Portland Observer A car plunged through the seawall and disappeared into the Willamette River. Despite attempts by Portland Fire...
