Posted Nov. 13, 2008
All the news that’s fit for a vendor’s hands hits the streets tomorrow, so don’t be shy. Say hello, pick up a copy for the road and an extra for the family that’s headed your way. Here’s a sneak peak at what’s inside:
Rest in peace, and dignity: Mara Grunbaum explores what lies beneath the Lone Fir Cemetery where residents of the Hawthorne Asylum will finally get some recognition. It’s an extensive look into the memorial being constructed to remember those who have been paved over. Look also for the Storm Large interview on her interpretation on a woman lost to the unmarked graves.
Human Rights group reconvenes - 11 years later: The city has reinstated it’s Human Rights Commission, charged with protecting the liberities of Portland residents. Amanda Waldroupe reports on the potential for this group, the expectation of advocates, and the issue of enforcing corrections to complaints.
City concedes need for more shelter: Amanda Waldroupe follows up on the shift in city policy to increase the number of shelters, or “warming centers” to accommodate the spike in the number of sick and homeless people on Portland’s streets.
Hobo Homes: A report from our Canadian counterparts in Vancouver on how the anticipation of the 2010 Olympics is falling flat in its promise of helping the homeless - or at least not creating more.
And that’s all just $1 away - and a smile away, with so much more inside.
Check it out, and let us know your thoughts. We always love to hear from you (seriously - always)!
Posted by Joanne Zuhl