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September 15, 2008 - No Sew Blankets

Want a new blanket, but cannot afford to buy one? Here’s 3 ways to get an inexpensive fleece blanket, ranging from “no sew” to “minimal sew” options. Materials The first thing you’ll need is your material. I recommend polar fleece, brushed wool, or any other fabric of a suitable weight […]


September 12, 2008 - Parole Boards and Predators

by Kay Helbling It is not without legitimate logic that you’d think the System has once again broken down. A man twice convicted of sex crimes against 13 year old girls. A man who was described by the prosecuting attorney as “one of the most dangerous people I’ve ever convicted” […]


September 11, 2008 - Race Update: NW has the highest rates of breast cancer

By Erika Weisensee, Oregon Women’s Report A few years ago, my aunt was diagnosed with breast cancer. Fortunately, it was caught early (in a routine mammogram). Today, she is cancer free, a vibrant mother and grandmother, a sister, aunt and friend to many. She has taught her family, particularly us […]


September 10, 2008 - Home Schooling a Dyslexic Child

While home schooling a dyslexic child has no shortage of challenges, your task of teaching your dyslexic child at home can become easier and more rewarding with the right tools. Sure, you’ll still have your share of setbacks, but it’s so rewarding when you finally see those little breakthroughs suddenly […]



September 9, 2008 - At the Heart of What Matters

Your Personal Trainer, Olivia C. Rossi, RN, MSN, As a cardiac rehabilitation nurse for over thirty years and a Certified Personal Trainer and Clinical Exercise Specialist with the American College of Sports Medicine, lifestyle change is at the heart of what I do.  I consider the heart to be the […]


September 8, 2008 - We can learn from the recent local bank scams

There have been two high profile ATM scams reported in the past 30 days.  The first were two men dressed up as security guards who told customers that the ATM was broke and that they were accepting deposits to submit the next morning.  The two men made off with dozens […]


September 5, 2008 - Photo of the week

Photo by Abbie Storm. South Waterfront looking downtown. Fall 2007


September 3, 2008 - State Board Seeks Your Opinion on Healthcare

By Erika Weisensee Throughout September, Oregonians will have the chance to speak out about the future of our healthcare. The governor-appointed Oregon Health Fund Board has completed a draft plan aimed and reforming and improving Oregon’s healthcare system. At meetings around the state this month, board members will share details […]