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Want to go solar?

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Sun, 2010-02-07 09:00

There's a new program called 'Solarize Northeast' aimed at helping you figure out how to make solar energy a part of your life. Click here for details.

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Gardening 101

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Wed, 2009-12-30 09:00

A beginner's gardening class will be held at the upcoming Fix-It Fair at Parkrose High School (12003 N.E. Shaver). The class will be held Saturday, Jan. 30 and will run from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.

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No garbage, recycling or yard debris pickup on Christmas or New Year's Day

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Thu, 2009-12-24 09:00

Pickup days for your garbage, recycling and yard debris will be pushed back for the holidays.

For those whose regular pickup day falls on Friday, Dec. 25, your garbage will instead be picked up on Saturday, Dec. 26.

The same goes for New Year's Day. If your regular pickup falls on Jan. 1, then your garbage will be picked up on Jan. 2.

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Tree recycling options

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Sat, 2009-12-26 09:00

Now that Christmas is over, you might be thinking about taking down the tree. Here are some options for disposing of it:

  • You can cut up your tree and put it in your green yard debris roll cart for no extra charge.
  • You can put the whole tree out with the yard debris for an extra fee.
  • You can donate it to a non-profit for a small fee.
  • *Note that trees will be not be accepted with your garbage, only with your yard debris.

Before you set it out, be sure to remove all ornaments, lights, tinsel, wire, nails, stands and other materials that are not part of the tree.

If you have questions, call the city's Curbside Hotline at (503) 823-7202 or send an e-mail to wasteinfo@ci.portland.or.us.

Local organizations, like the Boy Scouts, often do tree recycling as well. If your group is doing it this year, leave a comment below so folks know about it.

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Mark your calendar for the Fix-It Fair

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Fri, 2009-12-25 09:00

Fix-It Fairs are free events that help you save money and find valuable resources to help with home improvement.

The next one being held locally is at Parkrose High School (1001 S.E. 135th Avenue) on Saturday, Jan. 30. The fair will run from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Get a tree planted for free! (Tree: $30)

Submitted by Suzanne Goddyn on Thu, 2009-12-17 17:10

Do you live in the Eliot Neighborhood? Sign up to get a tree! The deadline is approaching fast!

Get a tree for just $30 through the Friends of Trees neighborhood planting. Eliot neighbors and Friends of Trees will plant trees Feb. 13. Your deadline to sign up is Dec. 21!

Sign up now at www.friendsoftrees.org. Click the “Order Street and Yard Trees” button to start.

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Thanksgiving side dish with soul

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Tue, 2009-11-24 18:35

Mz. LaVerne, the Empress of Soul Food, reveals her own recipe for a favorite Thanksgiving side dish -- Geezy Weezy Mac & Cheezy. You'll find Mz LaVerne's recipe for her Mac & Cheese on our Recipes Page.

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Get great tips at the Fix-It Fair

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Tue, 2009-01-27 09:00

What: A Fix-It-Fair is a free event designed to save you money and connect you to resources.

Where: Parkrose High School, 12003 N.E. Shaver Street

When: Saturday, Jan. 30 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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An in-depth look at urban goats

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Fri, 2009-11-06 09:00

Jennifer Coughlin, a writer for Neighborhood Notes, visited several local goat farmers for an inside look at what they do.

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Natural gas customers to see a 16 percent decrease

Submitted by KATU Communitie... on Tue, 2009-10-27 11:37

This is a press release courtesy of NW Natural

Northwest Natural Gas Company, dba NW Natural (NYSE:NWN) received approval Tuesday from the Public Utility Commission of Oregon (OPUC) to decrease rates for the 2009-2010 season by 16 percent.

"This decrease is even lower than the initial filing in August because we were able to lock in additional cost savings over the last two months," said Randy Friedman, NW Natural Director of Gas Supply.

The new rates go into effect November 1, 2009.

Once the new rates are in place, an average Oregon residential customer using 55 therms per month will see a decrease in their monthly bills of about $13.

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