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Historic kamani tree provides shelter, leaves a mess

For who knows how many winters, I have sheltered under the kamani tree here at the cove. Read moreHistoric kamani tree provides shelter, leaves a mess

FROM THE SIDELINES: Portland's major league dreams lie in the hands of MLB, and MLB isn't talking

Five years. Read moreFROM THE SIDELINES: Portland's major league dreams lie in the hands of MLB, and MLB isn't talking

Downtown Estacada Commission gets ready for busy 2023

Downtown Estacada Commission (DEC) plans out community activities for 2023. Read moreDowntown Estacada Commission gets ready for busy 2023

OPINION: Oregon must invest in I-5 bridge replacement — now, not later

When Congress passed the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) last year, it provided a historic once-in-a-generation funding opportunity to im… Read moreOPINION: Oregon must invest in I-5 bridge replacement — now, not later

Concerns about water, wildlife and wildfire will shape Oregon’s forest policies in a climate-changing future

The issues that matter most to Oregonians about our forestlands are changing Read moreConcerns about water, wildlife and wildfire will shape Oregon’s forest policies in a climate-changing future

My View: Thanks for the new hometown newspaper

I was in Medford when news broke that the EO Media Group was starting a new newspaper to replace the Mail Tribune that had recently gone out of business. I was th… Read moreMy View: Thanks for the new hometown newspaper

An old church is a window to history

MAUI — Went to church Sunday at the century-old United Methodist Church in Lahaina. Read moreAn old church is a window to history

Editorial: Oregon leaders are right to focus on housing, homelessness

The leadership in Salem gets it: There can be no solution to homelessness so long as Oregon residents outnumber the houses.

Our opinion: Investment needed in Oregon’s oral health care future

Dentists support a workforce funding package in the 2023 legislative session that would protect Oregonians’ access to dental care.

Monopoly’s disappearing iron deserves a protest

Sharon Nesbit just touched down in Maui, so she sent this reprint while she gets her bearings in paradise.

My View: Oregon needs to slam the brakes on tolling plans

Cam Gilmour: Traffic diversion to roads and streets will degrade livability of neighborhoods, harm businesses

My View: The Menorah lights a message of faith for the entire year

This year history was made with three community Menorah lighting events held in the cities of Gresham, Wood Village and Sandy.

My View: Let's support better services for Oregonians facing mental-health challenges

The Portland Police blotter tells us that on Tuesday, Jan. 3, a 25-year-old man approached a 78-year-old man on a TriMet platform and bit off his ear.

Opinion column: Oregon schools need to be open and welcoming to all students, including out LGBTQ2SIA+ community

As she leaves office, Gov. Brown lays down rules on how public schools in Oregon should treat gender-expansive students.

Mourning Maude's longtime companion: Jean Holman

Sharon Nesbit's longtime travel companion has died

Bill Kennemer: Oregon Legislature needs campaign expenditure limits

State senator: There were some hard moments following losing my bid for reelection by 503 votes out of 62,131

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Our refreshed website makes it easier for you to find the information you need about east Multnomah County

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Letters to the editor

Topics in these letters include: Walt Trandum for House District 51; disappointment with Cathy Keathley; support of Tina Kotek, Raz Mason, Darcy Long.

Letters to the editor

The letters include the following topics: Kathleen Walker for Sandy mayor; opposes Bonham for Senate District 26; endorses Eddy Morales, Mario Palmero, Amanda Orozco-Beach, Jerry Hinton for Gresham City Council;

ENDORSEMENT: Elect Gladfelter, Hinton, Keathley to Gresham City Council

Rebuilding the Gresham police force is the highest priority facing city government. Janine Gladfelter, Jerry Hinton and Cathy Keathley have the best chance of inspiring that change.

Let's solve our mental health crisis together

The need for better mental health services has been identified in East Multnomah County. A gathering on Wednesday, Oct. 26, at Wood Village City Hall is planned to gather public insights and ideas on how to address the service desert.

Gresham is changing, it deserves leadership with vision

Amanda Orozco-Beach is a candidate for Gresham City Council (Position 6). She promises to provide tangible results for Gresham residents if elected.

Letters to the editor

Topics include: Rep. Zach Hudson for House District 49; Gresham City Council candidates Eddy Morales, Mario Palmero, Amanda Orozco-Beach; Catherine McMullen for Clackamas County Clerk; Walt Trandum for House District 51; Darcy Long for House …

Public safety if first step to restored quality of life

Jerry Hinton is a candidate for Gresham City Council, Position 4. He's running on a platform of quality-of-life issues associated with city government.

Let's work together continuing the progress for a better Gresham

Eddy Morales is president of the Gresham City Council and is running for re-election to Council Position No. 2. He can be reached at eddy@eddymorales.com

Letters to the editor

Topics include: Walt Trandum for District 51; Tina Kotek for governor; Cathy Keathley for Gresham City Council; Raz Mason for Senate District 26; Paul Savas for Clackamas County Commission

Letters to the editor

Topics include: Tina Kotek for governor; Rep. Zach Hudson for reelection; Janine Gladfelter for Gresham City Council; Christine Drazan for governor; Cathy Keathley for Gresham City Council

Public safety is No. 1 concern among Gresham residents

Cathy Keathley is a candidate for Gresham City Council, appearing on the Nov. 8 ballot

My View: Common-sense solutions for Gresham's real issues

Janine Gladfelter is a member of the Gresham City Council and is running for re-election to Council Position 6.

Our View: Bad behavior by coaches, parents and fans must stop

Oregon high school sports are losing officials faster than they can be replaced according to the OSAA (Oregon School Activities Association). The reason? Abusive treatment from coaches, parents and fans.

My View: In Gresham, public safety must not be a partisan issue

Gresham City Councilor Dina DiNucci calls for unity and understanding as the city works through issues associated with policing and fire services.

Friends gather to honor a life well lived — Tim Shibahara

My View writer Bill Monroe celebrates the life and achievements of his friend and colleague Tim Shibahara. Both served on the Clackamas River Basin Council.

Canada offers up great food, tasty scenery

Sharon Nesbit has been waging a personal battle with shingles. "More on that later," she promises. But for now, here's another column out of her archive.

Opinion: Freezing Oregon property taxes would cause problems

Former Budget Committee member: Initiative Petition 10 needs to be redrafted so those who can pay for vital public services continue to pay for them.

My View: Oregonians repeatedly reject nuclear power

Lloyd Marbet, executive director of the Oregon Conservancy Foundation, lays out reasons for opposing nuclear power, while advocating for investments in power sources that protect the environment.

Letters to the Editor

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A purring companion can be the best therapy

Sharon Nesbit is a former Outlook news reporter. She writes her column in her retirement.

They're everywhere: Beware the invasion of monster zucchini

Sharon Nesbit is a former news reporter for The Outlook. She writes her column in her retirement.

Maude didn't cost that much in repairs

Sharon Nesbit is a former reporter for The Outlook. She writes her column in her retirement. Today's column is a repeat from 2000.

'Rolling coal' isn't a statement, it's a crime

If you don't like breathing the exhaust from polluters, report them to the police

Column: Our comments are leaving; our commitment isn't

Starting Aug. 1, Pamplin Media Group will no longer host online comments on its articles.

Where is the 'sense' in the horror of gun violence?

Sharon Nesbit wrote this column in 2009 after four Lakewood, Wash., police officers were shot and killed in a coffee shop.

Collaboration is why Gresham is leading on housing

Rockwood Village opens July 19, the first Metro Housing Bond local share funded development to open in Gresham.

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