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Paint Recycling 101: Metro program has statewide impacts

June 22, 2012 2:30 p.m.

Back in the old days after a painting project, people poured leftover paint or paint thinner down the street drain. Now we know better about the damage this causes to waterways and wildlife.

Creating the hazardless home: tips from your friends and neighbors

June 20, 2012 10:30 a.m.

Avoiding toxic products is better for your health and your wallet. Cleaning and home maintenance products often contain skin irritants, volatile organic compounds and other toxins that can damage lungs and eyes, and perfumes that can trigger allergies. Children are the most vulnerable, but even pets can be at risk.

Artists scavenge through region's trash, search for creative answers for September exhibition

May 22, 2012 2:15 p.m.

Five local artists will glean materials discarded at the Metro Central Transfer station and turn the waste into art. The art will be put on display later this year.

Some curbside organics being sent hundreds of miles from Portland for composting

By Nick Christensen

May 9, 2012 2:30 p.m.

About 1,800 tons of organics, collected curbside in Portland since Oct. 31, has been trucked as far away as central Washington because of state regulations and contractors' reluctance to do business with competitors.

Coast Guard says it had no choice but to dock barge at Metro boat ramp

By Nick Christensen

May 8, 2012 4:40 p.m.

A Coast Guard captain said officials from that agency are trying to help figure out what to do with a creaky barge moored to a Metro-owned dock on the Columbia River.

Metro grant used to build garden beds, hopes for teenage mothers

May 4, 2012 2:30 p.m.

After a week of record rainfall, clouds are expected to part and let the sun shine in on Portland. The weather forecast is especially happy news for green-thumbed volunteers that will build raised garden beds at a White Shield Home for teenaged- and soon-to-be-mothers in Northwest Portland.

OSU horticulturist gets busy planning a yard that prevents pesticides

April 19, 2012 4:29 p.m.

As spring turns to summer, the yard at Weston Miller’s house is “in transition.” The Oregon State University horticulturist just built a fence and is now in the process of selecting plants for a large bed that will attract beneficial insects and birds to his yard, and also will require minimal maintenance or pesticides.

Earth Day efforts are good for your air, your water and your wallet

April 18, 2012 3:30 p.m.

This Sunday, April 22, marks the 42nd anniversary of Earth Day. The first Earth Day was celebrated in 1970 to raise awareness of the planet's health. Now, millions of people in more than 175 countries participate in Earth Day activities.

Waste rates could go up as part of 2012-13 budget

By Nick Christensen

April 18, 2012 1:45 p.m.

In the proposed budget, ratepayers whose hauler uses Metro's waste transfer stations could see their rates increase by 27 cents a month in the coming fiscal year. It's up to cities to decide whether rates are adjusted to match Metro's fee increases.

Metro makes progress on sustainability goals

April 9, 2012 11:35 a.m.

A recent report released by Metro outlining the agency’s progress on its own sustainability goals shows significant increases in energy efficiency and recycling at Metro venues, including the Oregon Convention Center and the Portland Center for the Performing Arts.

Meridian Gardens offers new beginnings in Southeast Portland

Metro's illegal dumping patrol makes unbelievable discovery

Metro is a national paint stewardship pioneer

Getting ready for watering season

Paint Recycling 101: Metro program has statewide impacts

Creating the hazardless home: tips from your friends and neighbors

Artists scavenge through region's trash, search for creative answers for September exhibition

Projects add some green to Metro's solid waste facilities

Some curbside organics being sent hundreds of miles from Portland for composting

Coast Guard says it had no choice but to dock barge at Metro boat ramp

Don't ignore the dirty MuRFs as solid waste project moves forward

Metro grant used to build garden beds, hopes for teenage mothers

OSU horticulturist gets busy planning a yard that prevents pesticides

Earth Day efforts are good for your air, your water and your wallet

Waste rates could go up as part of 2012-13 budget

Metro makes progress on sustainability goals