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AARP to provide free tax assistance

Again this year AARP Tax-Aide will provide free tax assistance and preparation geared toward taxpayers 60+ with low or moderate incomes.

Papa Murphy’s Makes Anybody a Great Baker this Valentine’s Day

The HeartBaker starts with our fresh dough that’s formed into a heart and topped with freshly grated cheese and loads of pepperoni

Vancouver NAACP Observes Black History Month with Book Publication

Four years ago, Vancouver’s NAACP Branch #1139 agreed to sponsor a grass-roots proposal from local citizens to produce a work of history entitled “First Families of Vancouver’s African American Community: From World War Two to the Twenty-First Century.”

Coast Moles

Large mounds of dark, loamy earth protruded randomly from the green carpet of grass. A new earthy mass erupted and formed as I watched. “They’re back.” I whispered.

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

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.

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

Garrette Custom Homes Announces Grand Opening of Forest Glenn Neighborhood in Camas

Leading Northwest homebuilder, Garrette Custom Homes announced today the grand opening of, Forest Glenn, an exclusive new development in Camas, Wash.

VANCOUVER WOMAN SHARES SPAGHETTI SAUCE RECIPE WITH THOUSANDS OF HOMETOWN COOKS THROUGH JUST A PINCH RECIPE CLUB

Baker is one of several area residents participating in the club, billed as “America’s Greatest Recipe Swap”. Members can post family recipes and search

Qwest brand will officially be transitioned to CenturyLink

On Tuesday, August 9th the Qwest brand will officially be transitioned to CenturyLink in former Qwest markets. CenturyLink is the third largest telecommunications and technology provider in the United States and will continue to invest and serve our communities in Oregon and Washington

Home Services Network champions local, independent businesses

That sort of mutually beneficial relationship is the goal of Home Services Network of Southwest Washington (HSN). Founded two years ago by four Clark County businessmen, the non-profit organization strives to help its members improve their businesses while offering customers the best possible product and service.

Local physician tabbed as finalist for national award

Dr. Jonathan Dykstra of the Wound Healing Center at Southwest Washington Medical Center as one of four national finalists for its Medical Director of the Year Award. Dr. Dykstra is a resident of Washougal, Washington. The center is part of National Healing’s nationwide network of wound care researchers and specialists.