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A chorus of choruses to sing in the Christmas season in East County

Holiday concerts take place through December If you’re a fan of choral music, the coming month may be the most wonderful time of the year. Ten community and school choirs will perform at various sites...

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Region's mayors question Metro's density plan

Ad-hoc organization pushes back on housing shift An informal organization representing the region's mayors is questioning whether a proposal to increase density will work — or whether it will push many...

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OC police says more abuse victims possible

The Oregon City Police Department announced Wednesday it is looking for possible additional victims in an Oregon City sex-abuse case. On Nov. 12, OCPD began an investigation of 61-year-old Jon Patrick...

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Protesters march for justice

March inspired by Ferguson, Mo., and New York events draws more than 60 About 65 people rallied in Gresham Wednesday night to express their frustration with police and the justice system and to demand...

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Corbett school district on two hour delay

The Corbett School District is on a two hour delay today, Dec. 4, due to freezing rain.

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Gresham council approves marijuana taxes

It's uncertain if the city's taxes will be allowed under the new state law The Gresham City Council voted in a 4-2 decision Tuesday evening to impose taxes on marijuana sold within city limits. The tax...

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Chamber recognizes excellence in business

Johnston's work with youths earns her Honoree of the Year Award In the spirit of the season of giving, the Gresham Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center took time Thursday, Dec. 4, to...

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A Christmas gift to 'heal the heart' of seriously ill veterans

Sale of silver stars to benefit hospice services for military personnel There's a Christmas tree in the lobby of the US Bank on East Powell Boulevard, which isn’t big news considering the time of year....

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Cities will lobby for Measure 91 amendments

Fairview, along with Gresham, Troutdale and about 70 other Oregon cities, passed a tax on marijuana sales before the November election. These were preventive ordinances in case Measure 91 passed,...

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Stapleton estate donates $300,000 to MHCC

Roger Whaley said Dean and Alta Stapleton weren’t extraordinary people. They just wanted to help the community they loved. Alta Stapleton died in July, following her husband, who died in 2006. Their...

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Fairview City Council pushes back photo radar project

The Fairview City Council was scheduled to vote on the proposed photo radar in school zones — the pet project of Police Chief Ken Johnson almost three years in the making. But during Wednesday’s work...

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Mayor bids Fairview adieu

After 12 years, Fairview Mayor Mike Weatherby presided over his final City Council meeting Wednesday, Dec. 3. With a light agenda, the meeting was primarily dedicated to celebrating Weatherby and city...

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School briefs

Middle school to host toy exchange, craft night H.B. Lee’s student leaders are hosting their fourth annual Toy Exchange and Family Craft Night from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12. The school is collecting...

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Gresham girl crowned Miss Oregon Teen USA

Barlow's Kenna Sloy will go to nationals Barlow High senior Kenna Sloy entered her first pageant by accident in 2012. Her oldest sister, Alex, had signed up her middle sister, Sydne, unbeknownest to...

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Reynolds district celebrates 'stORytime' literacy campaign

The statewide initiative aims to ensure students can read by third grade Studies show that a child's ability to read by third grade is one of the greatest predictors of lifelong success. Fueled by...

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Shots fired, lead to early morning arrest

Dominique McDonald accused of domestic violence, disorderly conduct in Monday morning dispute Troutdale Police responded to shots fired at 4:36 a.m. Monday in the 1200 block of Southeast 23rd Street....

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Ferguson solidarity rally set for Wednesday

Protestors upset over the lack of an indictment in Ferguson, Mo., are rallying at the Plaza Del Sol at Southeast 187th Avenue and Southeast Stark Street in Rockwood. The event is set for Wednesday from...

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Increased patrols aim to limit drunk driving

The Gresham police have already made 17 arrests in the first week of a holiday enforcement program The Gresham Police Department announced Thanksgiving Day that it is ramping up high-visibility...

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News briefs

Zimmerman Heritage Farm hosts holiday evening tours The Zimmerman Heritage Farm, 17111 N.E. Sandy Blvd., Gresham, is hosting its third annual evening tours from 3-8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9 and 16. The...

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Police find missing man

Abdi Ali Hirsi, 29, was said to be a danger to himself and others Update: Police reported at 4:44 p.m. Tuesday Dec. 2 that Abdi Ali Hirsi has been found safe. Gresham resident Hirsi, 29, was reported...

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