AREA NEWS:
Portland lot gets a thorough depaving – Oregonian – 6/17/08
“Over the next year, volunteers plan to transform the 2,500 square feet into a heavily vegetated informal community gathering spot with patio space for the Waypost Cafe next door.”
Temporary Car-free zone in Portland – Oregonian – 6/17/08
This Sunday, “six miles of public thoroughfare in Portland will be shut entirely to traffic in the hopes people show up on foot and by bike to mingle, dance, shop and dine. Read: no cars allowed, but mass transit routes through the area will remain open to pack ‘em in.”
Day laborer center opens – Oregonian – 6/16/08
The “new center offers workers a clean, safe place to wait for work, and contractors a pool of skilled and un-skilled workers.”
Gay rights opponents halt repeal effort – Oregonian – 6/16/08
“Social conservatives and church groups are admitting defeat in their efforts to collect signatures for initiatives to repeal two Oregon gay rights laws in this November’s election.”
Drugs in the water: big nothing or big threat? – Portland Tribune – 6/12/08
Media around the country have reported on drugs being found in public water supplies, rivers and other bodies of water. Recently traces of 2 hormones were found in Portland water. Should we worry?
Farmers unhappy about weather impact on crops in eastern WA – Oregonian – 6/12/08
“The growth of crops across Washington state is being slowed by cool, wet spring weather, which could mean smaller apples, fewer cherries and a late selling season for various food items.”
Report illegal animal fights & get $ – Oregonian – 6/12/08
“Attorney General Hardy Myers wants Oregonians to report illegal dogfights or cockfights to his fraud hot line: 1-877-877-9392….the Humane Society of the United States promised a $5,000 reward to callers who provide information leading to the conviction of anyone involved in illegal animal fighting.”
Native school gives students hope – Oregonian – 6/10/08
At the Native American Youth Academy, students are finding the help and support they need to succeed.
Another article about the school.
For an annotated list of recent national/international stories, check out today’s post from Humane Connection.
~ Marsha
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