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A tree (still) grows at Boise-Eliot Elementary

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By Abby Haight, The Oregonian

November 05, 2009, 8:58PM
One of the first planted 20 years ago by Friends of Trees, it inspires generations of students while cleaning the air. Full story »
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Pigs in a Blanket gets its 'Mad Men' makeover

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By Grant Butler, The Oregonian

November 04, 2009, 1:45PM
A reader wonders why we didn't rescue the cocktail party favorite from the culinary dustbin. To bring it up-to-date, look for gourmet sausage links, puff pastry and interesting sauces for dunking. Full story »
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Cardiac arrest study in Portland, 9 other cities halted early

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By Joe Rojas-Burke, The Oregonian

November 06, 2009, 8:34PM
Federal officials ordered an early halt to a cardiac arrest study in Portland and nine other cities because preliminary results showed none of the treatments improved survival. That goal continues to prove exceedingly difficult. Full story »
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Keeping busy lightens a dark season

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By Special to The Oregonian

November 06, 2009, 3:33PM
In the Northwest, it's likely we will see many drippy, leaden days that can undermine even the hardiest spirits. Here are some winter survival tips. Full story »
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Wind energy's success creates a power grid challenge

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By Matthew Preusch, The Oregonian

October 29, 2009, 8:40PM
Thousands of miles of new power lines carried by skyscraper-sized steel towers will need to be laid across deserts, farms and forests as more wind farms rise in farther flung corners of Oregon and the West. Full story »
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The 150th anniversary of St. Mary's Academy

St. Mary's Acadamy celebrates it's 150th Anniversary

By Kraig Scattarella, The Oregonian

November 06, 2009, 5:24PM
St. Mary's Academy students and staff celebrated the downtown Portland instituion's 150th birthday Friday by wrapping the high school building with a red ribbon and bow. Among other activities, teachers and students danced to reggae music by Chatta Addy & Susma. Founded in 1859 by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary, St. Mary's Academy is Oregon's oldest continuously operated secondary school and one of 716 all-female schools in the country.  Full story »
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Pet Talk: Portland's new pet food bank was decades in the making

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By Jacques Von Lunen, Special to The Oregon...

November 03, 2009, 12:31PM
Larry Chusid's new project helps animals while also assisting families in need.  Full story »
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Snowstorm brings promise of an early Oregon ski season

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By Stuart Tomlinson, The Oregonian

November 06, 2009, 4:54PM
A storm barrels out of Alaska bringing strong wind, heavy rain and snow. Full story »

Board of Higher Ed approves $75 million new dorm at University of Oregon

By Suzanne Pardington, The Oregonian

November 06, 2009, 5:49PM
The new dorm, expected to open in fall 2012, will be paid for with state-backed bonds, which will be paid back over 30 years with students' housing payments. Full story »

Keeping busy lightens a dark season

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By Special to The Oregonian

November 06, 2009, 3:33PM
In the Northwest, it's likely we will see many drippy, leaden days that can undermine even the hardiest spirits. Here are some winter survival tips. Full story »

Is a three-year degree the new black?

By Melissa Navas, The Oregonian

November 06, 2009, 2:19PM
The University of Washington announces a new program to help students graduate in three years. Full story »

"Lost Dogs" photo show opens in Bend tonight

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By Jacques Von Lunen, Special to The Oregon...

November 06, 2009, 12:42PM
A show featuring photography from the shoot of the independent documentary "Lost Dogs" opens in Bend tonight. The film, and photos, show the plight of street dogs in Chile. Full story »
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Oregon environmentalists must get more political, new leader of voters group says

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By Scott Learn, The Oregonian

November 06, 2009, 9:46AM
Jon Isaacs, 35, now running the Oregon League of Conservation Voters, says environmental leaders are getting "kicked out of the room" when it comes to cutting legislative deals. Full story »

Summit and Cooper Spur, both great small Mount Hood ski hills that make learning easy

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By Terry Richard, The Oregonian

November 06, 2009, 3:15AM
Cooper Spur and Summit may be little, but they are big on teaching skiing and snowboarding. The tubing is fun, too Full story »

100-mile diet might drive you mad but will inform you too

By Carrie Sturrock, Special to The Oregonia...

November 05, 2009, 9:00PM
The challenge to only eat foods produces from within 100 miles proves difficult, time consuming and expensive, but it raises consciousness of how food is produces and delivered to the public. Full story »

Three symptoms in your cat that you can't ignore

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By Jacques Von Lunen, Special to The Oregon...

November 05, 2009, 5:07PM
Although one cat was diagnosed with swine flu in Iowa, that needn't be your first worry. Here are three symptoms in your cat that you cannot afford to ignore. Full story »

What's ahead for FOODday

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By The Oregonian

November 05, 2009, 3:33PM
A sneak peek at next Tuesday's FOODday section: Portland's newest small-batch coffee roasters are getting a big reputation among coffee cognoscenti for the quality of their brews. Plus, what's behind those labels on eggs, and what they mean for the chickens who lay them.  Full story »

Recent stories spark questions about hip-hop and education

School Aims to Bring Hip Hop into Classroom

By Kimberly Melton, The Oregonian

November 05, 2009, 12:48PM
Many readers question the idea of bringing hip-hop into the classroom. But, most students listen to hip-hop music every day. Supporters of the High School for Recording Arts say it's up to adults to take kids excitement about hip-hop and  Full story »

Winter schedule set for Hurricane Ridge in Olympic National Park

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By Terry Richard, The Oregonian

November 05, 2009, 12:14PM
Hurricane Ridge in Olympic National Park open Friday-Sunday, plus holidays, for winter recreation. Have chains for your vehicle. Full story »

Recall: MacPherson's art easels for children

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By The Oregonian

November 05, 2009, 11:56AM
The chalkboard surface coating contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. Full story »

Recall: Adventure Playsets wooden play sets

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By The Oregonian

November 05, 2009, 11:48AM
There have been more than 1,400 reports of rotting ladders, resulting in 16 injuries. Full story »

Classes address your design project

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By Special to The Oregonian

November 05, 2009, 11:46AM
Everybody knows you can learn about interior design by taking a class. But at least two PCC instructors gear their classes to helping students with individual projects.  Full story »
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