Rob Ingram Youth Summit Against Violence Set for April

Expanded gang violence task force moves forward

2012-02-22

By Helen Silvis Of The Skanner News

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City Hall Hosts Art That Showcases Portland's Black History Through Buildings

See Portland Black History and Beyond: Landmark Pop Art (with soul food and a movie)

2012-02-20

By Helen Silvis Of The Skanner News

Visit Portland City Hall this week to check out ‘Portland Black History and Beyond: Landmark Pop Art’. The art exhibit tells the story of African Americans in Portland through its historic buildings, revealing hidden truths about each location. Read the complete article

Susan J. Douglas: Celebrity Journalism Diminishes Women's Role in News

‘The corporately defined standards of beauty remain very narrow, very white, and impossible to achieve’

2012-02-20

Sean Duncan Of The Skanner News

A journey to the grocery-store cashier often involves a trip down the celebrity magazine hall of shame. Whether you enjoy it or can’t believe the hype, you are showered with sensational headlines about the most intimate details of celebrities’ lives. Read the complete article

Is Portland's Bi-Weekly Garbage Pickup a Future Health Hazard?

VIDEO: Where does our garbage go?

2012-02-16

By Helen Silvis Of The Skanner News

How will Portland cope with soiled diapers and pet poop simmering for an extra week in the July sun. An army of 500 volunteers and master recyclers will visit 40,000 households to help solve any stubborn garbage problems. But will they be able to prevent a summer of discontent? Read the complete article

Over 200 Caregivers and Recipients Rally in Seattle to Solve U.S. Care Crisis

As America’s 'age wave' begins this year—with one American turning 65 every eight seconds—transforming long-term care will become even more urgent

2012-02-16

Over 200 care givers, care recipients, families and community members met in Seattle Saturday, Feb. 11, in a town-hall style event looking at the lack of affordable quality care options for older Americans and people with disabilities, and the struggle of caregivers for respect, support, and training. Read the complete article

New Health Care Model Makes Doctors Visits/ Prescriptions Affordable for Uninsured

Co-operative that strives for low costs comes to Portland

2012-02-13

By Helen Silvis Of The Skanner News

A group of healthcare workers and patients have come up with a new plan for low-cost health services. If it succeeds, it could help create a better health care future for us all. Read the complete article

TriMet Seeks Public Comment on Cuts, Fare Raises

Budget hearings will impact final decision: due April

2012-02-10

By Helen Silvis Of The Skanner News

TriMet has a plan to cut $17 million from its budget, through raising fares, eliminating fareless square, and requiring new tickets for return journeys, no matter how short the trip. The plan includes changes to the LIFT service, fewer MAX and bus trips and eliminating fareless square. Read the complete article

Socializing Colorfully Offers Services to Persons of Color with Special Needs

Advocates say that, compared to majority families, families of color have greater difficulty in accessing and utilizing social services

2012-02-10

Bruce Poinsette Of The Skanner News

On-the-Move Community Integration is holding monthly gatherings for its Socializing Colorfully Group, the only group of its kind that directly serves people of color with developmental disabilities. Read the complete article

Events for Portland Youth Include Summits Feb 10-11 and Feb. 17

A talent show, a dance competition and rapper Jasiri X are among the highlights

2012-02-09

By Helen Silvis Of The Skanner News

Portland’s Sixth Annual Youth Summit, “The Mis-Education of Our Youth,” runs Feb. 10-11 at Portland State University.  The next weekend a Teen Summit and Dance will rock the June Key Delta Center (Feb. 17.  And 106 and Park holds auditions Feb. 18 Read the complete article

Who Knows the Coolest Books? Seattle Public Library's Teen Advisers

'There’s something to be said for a book; it’s more of a sense of accomplishment when you get to the end'

2012-02-09

Breanna Lai Special To The Skanner News

The Central Library, Columbia branch and Northeast branch of the Seattle Public Library offer ambassador positions open to all Seattle high school students, ages 14 to 19. Read the complete article