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According to the U.S. Department of Transportation (2005) three teens die from drinking and driving daily. That statistic is not just about youth in New York City, Los Angeles, or Chicago, but here in Oregon as well. In Clackamas County, one in four 8th-graders and nearly 40 percent of 11th-graders reported drinking within the...
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LONDON — A knifeman described as one of the most dangerous men in Britain was jailed for life today for trying to kill two police officers. John Onyenaychi, 30, cut Pc Paul Madden’s throat as people watched in horror. He then lashed out with his knife at other officers who tried to restrain him,...
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The Hollywood District will host the 37th annual Ross Hollywood Veterans Day parade Nov. 11, 2011, beginning at 9:45 a.m. at Northeast 40th Avenue and Hancock Street and travels east on Northeast Sandy Boulevard to Northeast 48th Avenue. As the only official Veteran’s Day Parade in Portland, it is advisable to arrive by 9:00...
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Improving the quality of your cops’ lives doesn’t have to be expensive I usually write about technology in police work, but with the annual IACP Conference ongoing this week, there was a call to ask what changes individuals would like to see if they were chief. This list is one created from the...
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Doug Carver, 34 | Photo: MCSO SE Portland neighbors help Portland police thwart rampant burglary ring and recover Vancouver woman’s heirlooms. For months, neighbors on Southeast Pine Street watched a steady stream of shady characters staggering under the weight of everything from flat-screen TVs to chain saws, traveling between a house on Pine and...
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College Basketball Geared Up and Ready to GoUniversity of Portland Men’s basketball team kicks off its home season against Washington State, Sunday, November 20, at 7pm in the Chiles Center. The Lady Pilots have several home games in November: 11th against Montana State, 13th against UC Irvine, 25th against Portland State University, 27th against...
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Those of us that have been with the Bureau a while can remember when FPD&R’s stated mission was to assist Fire and Police members and their families. For many years they did an admirable and equitable job of that. Yes, there were a very few instances where members abused the system. However, changes in...
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FPD&R defines causation of a work-related injury according to whether it was a “significant factor” in the development of the injury. “Significant factor” means an important proximate cause. Proximate cause is a cause that directly produces an event without which the event (or injury) would not have otherwise occurred. The answer to this question...
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Prescription drug abuse is a growing national problem. Addictions, overdoses and deaths involving non-medical prescription drugs, especially narcotic pain relievers, have risen dramatically over the last decade. In 2009 drug-related poisonings surpassed motor vehicle accidents as the leading cause of death due to unintentional injuries in the United States, according to a Los Angeles...
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There are plenty of ways to have fun stay active, and support local causes in November. Tasty Sunshine Division Fundraiser Attend a benefit in support of The Sunshine Division at The Heathman Hotel, Saturday, November 5, 2011, from 10:30am-3pm. Guests will get to taste an array of food and drinks, and Zupan’s staff and...
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OVER THE HILL GANG LUNCH I was unable to attend this function, due to circumstances beyond my control. On Sept 16, I had a fairly simple TURP operation, with two days in the hospital. On Sept 26, they took me into emergency with a raging infection. After several days in the hospital, with my...
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One of the most difficult dilemmas high-net-worth investors face is how to deal with a concentrated stock position. If a company’s prospects are deteriorating, I believe the answer is simple: sell as fast as possible. But if a company’s prospects are bright, a different approach is required. Ideally, in my opinion, no more than...
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Obtaining a college education can be very expensive, despite parents and grandparents best efforts to create college funds for their kids, and kids getting jobs to save money toward college on their own. There are numerous college scholarships available, but students need to spend time searching the Net, visiting the library to review resource...
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This last month the Portland Police Traffic Division has rolled out 10 new motorcycles. The 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14 has been approved and outfitted as a police motorcycle; and are sure to enhance the safety and performance of the motorcycle details within the Police Bureau. The Concours sports a 1400 cc engine with a...
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The Portland Business Alliance on Monday released Multnomah County District Attorney candidates’ responses to its questions about the region’s economic health. Both Kellie Johnson and Rod Underhill gave their answers to pressing issues such as how, as district attorney, they could help improve wages and income in the county. Their reponses, posted on the PBA’s Value of Jobs website, follow similar...
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Washington (CNN) – Fifty-six law enforcement officers were feloniously killed in the line of duty in 2010, the FBI reported Monday. That’s up from 48 shot and killed the previous year. The new statistics for calendar year 2010 show that 72 other police officers were accidentally killed last year, mostly in vehicle crashes. The FBI...
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Bobby J. McClendon, born Dec. 2, 1928, died Aug. 15, 2011, at age 82. He joined the Portland Police Bureau March 3, 1955, and retired April 28, 1981. He has been living in Arizona.
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Although itís only October, it is never too early to start making holidays plans.† Will your company be hosting a work party?† Is your family looking for a way to engage in community service?† One way to give back, while still providing holiday parties for your clients or employees, is to ask guests to...
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Well, the weekend weather before the September 19, 2011 PPA COVER FOUNDATION GOLF TOURNEY had me scared. The first rain in a couple weeks, but it cleared off on Monday afternoon for a gorgeous 70 degree day for our golf tourney. We had a great set up at Stone Creek Golf Course in Oregon...
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Yes, bed bugs are easy to bring home. Most people think of bed bugs as a New York City problem, but bed bugs are in Portland and the problem is growing! In recent years, bed bugs have made a comeback in the U.S. They are increasingly being encountered in homes, apartments, hotels, motels, health...
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Graffiti can be a chronic issue in some neighborhoods, but citizens can make a difference when they work with their neighbors, local businesses and police officers. There are many ways to coordinate with your neighbors to reduce graffiti in the area, and clean up when prevention doesn’t work. Here are some ways to get...
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LOS ANGELES — California’s correctional system is about to undergo an overhaul that could save money and reduce recidivism but also might lead to thousands of criminals spending significantly less time behind bars or in the parole office. The so-called “prison realignment” beginning Saturday will transfer the state’s responsibility for lower-level drug offenders, thieves...
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By Dawn Gagnon Bangor Daily News BANGOR, Maine — A middle-aged woman is sitting on the ground outside an auditorium that has been closed for hours. Sitting cross-legged on the ground and rocking herself, she is inadequately dressed for the cold and says she is waiting for her mother, who is inside at an...
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OVER THE HILL GANG LUNCH Aug.24th, 2011 was the date for our monthly gathering at the Refectory, for lunch and talk. It was a small group, but hungry group, such as Bob Benson, Bob Dorney, Bob Cox and C.C., Dave Edstrom, Mace Flye, Jerry Klinger, Bud Bladow, Norm Rosenbloom, Denny Baker, Roger Haven, Dick ...
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