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3 Changes to Improve Your Odds at Getting that Job

Getting a job is hard enough that candidates don’t need to unnecessarily shoot themselves in the foot once they get that coveted job interview. So how does an otherwise qualified job candidate squanders a chance to land a good job


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Washington Ranks No. 3 Among Brain-Healthy States in the Nation

The 2011 America’s Brain Health Index reveals which areas of the country have progressed, held their own or lost ground in taking measures to improve their brain health over the last two years


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The Kiggins Theatre is back!

After a year and a half of renovations, spurred on by hundreds of supporters and volunteers, the Kiggins Theatre has finally reopened its doors.


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Portland Parks & Recreation Worker Assists Hypothermic Man at Sellwood Park

Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) maintenance worker Peter Anthony is credited for helping save a 54 year-old man’s life on New Year’s Day


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Vancouver saves money on refinancing bonds for Firstenburg Community Center

In a move that is similar to refinancing your mortgage, the City of Vancouver refinanced a bond on the Firstenburg Community Center saving $932,711 in debt service payments. This proactive approach reflects the City’s strong commitment to finding money-saving opportunities.


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Consumers need proactive approach to avoid fraud

In light of recent major data breaches that may involve more than 80 million people, Equifax, a leading provider of credit information, risk management and identity services, advises consumers to be proactive about protecting their personal information from misuse. Equifax cautions that fraud alerts alone only offer one-sided protection.


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Vancouver Fire and Police departments share safety tips for the holiday

The City of Vancouver’s Police and Fire departments want to remind residents of some seasonal safety concerns.


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Community input needed for Pearson Field Master Plan

The Pearson Field Airport Manager is in the process of updating the Airport’s Master Plan and Airport Layout Plan. This process requires input from a variety of different sources to ensure the best decisions are made and the appropriate information is contained in the plan.


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10 tips to help seniors and you make the most of the holiday season

The holidays are a wonderful time of year, where families and friends gather to share the old times and the new.


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Humane Society re-opens Paws-N-Claws thrift store

The Humane Society for Southwest Washington recently celebrated the grand re-opening of its Paws-N-Claws Thrift Store #1. The newly relocated store sells gently used clothing, furniture, house wares, sporting and gardening equipment, books and toys, antiques, shoes and purses, dishes, textiles and mor


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Westfield Vancouver Location of Month Long + Mobile Blood Drive

Southwest Washington Blood Program will host a mobile blood drive at Westfield Vancouver beginning Tuesday, November 28, 2006. The drive will take place just inside the mall entrance located between Sears and Old Navy


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FORT VANCOUVER NATIONAL TRUST TO HOST 25th ANNUAL VETERANS PARADE

The Fort Vancouver National Site will once again be the site of one of the largest Department of Veteran Affairs sanctioned parades on the West Coast. On Saturday, November 5, 2011, an anticipated 2,500 individuals representing more than 100 military, veteran and civic organizations will turn out to march or ride in the Veterans Parade at Fort Vancouver, which will wind its way through the grounds of the historic site


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