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Golf tourney raises money for Classroom Law Project

August 19th, 2009

More than 100 attorneys, judges, educators, business executives and their friends helped raise more than $10,000 for the Classroom Law Project through the annual Senators’ Cup Golf Tournament Aug. 10 at Columbia Edgewater Country Club.
The Classroom Law Project provides civics and law-related education programs for schools across Oregon.

Portland-area news

Unemployment benefits increase for some

June 22nd, 2009

At the end of June, unemployment benefits will increase for Oregonians who file new claims. Read more…

Portland-area news

SE Uplift taps Dufay as new director

June 15th, 2009
Anne Dufay is the new Southeast Uplift director.

Anne Dufay is the new Southeast Uplift director.

Southeast Uplift’s board has named Anne Dufay as the group’s new executive director. Read more…

Portland-area news

Web site highlights free local park activities

June 12th, 2009

Portland Parks and Recreation has set up a new Web site to help families find local free activities in city parks. Read more…

Portland-area news

United Way spends $5.1 million on local programs

June 4th, 2009

United Way of the Columbia-Willamette has distributed $5.1 million in grants and initiatives to groups in the Portland/Vancouver area. The grants focus on education, income and health and will provide support for individuals and families with needs while establishing a foundation for long-term change. Read more…

Portland-area news

Law forbids sale of novelty lighters

June 2nd, 2009

Novelty or cigarette lighters that look like toys are now illegal to sell in Oregon. Read more…

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