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People’s Depot aims to change the narrative on canners
Scott Atkins started collecting and recycling cans and bottles about 15 years ago to supplement his income. In a 10-hour work day, he says, a canner can make a couple hundred dollars. However, doing so is no easy task. It usually involves early mornings and late nights, plus a comprehensive understanding of the city’s recycling…
Friends of Trees celebrates 1 million trees planted, despite furloughs
It was a festive day at Friends of Trees. A crowd celebrated the planting of the one millionth tree in the urban canopies of the Willamette Valley with music, food and old friends. But behind the scenes, a shadow loomed. Friends of Trees aims to create a shady environment in neighborhoods where the temperature can…
May Day rally in Salem sounds alarm, but also vows defiance
Young protestors (below) create a sign at the Oregon Capitol Building. Marchers (above) proceed from the Oregon State Capitol Building to Salem’s Riverfront Park. Hundreds of people filled the mall in front of the Oregon State Capitol Building May 1 to serve notice they will not be bullied by the Trump administration’s brute-squad approach to…
