The sky is clear, the summer sun is bright and you're itching to hit the road from Beaverton, Portland, or elsewhere. You've got the RV prepared, you're almost packed and you even have a pretty good idea of where you...

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Thousands of boats and personal watercraft are stolen each year in the U.S. including Beaverton and Portland, according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau. But, even if your boat remains exactly where you left it,...

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Camping today is just a little different than it was in Oregon, Washington and elsewhere, say, 20 or 30 years ago. Back then, you brought some gear, some food and some clothing - just enough to sustain you for a weekend...

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For more than 40 years, Neighborhood Watch has enabled private citizens to join with law enforcement to help keep their communities safe. Watch groups keep track of neighborhood goings-on and maintain a responsible,...

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The scary thing about earthquakes (one of them anyway)? They're so unexpected. Earthquakes aren't limited to any one time of the year, and you certainly don't see them coming. They simply hit (and can hit in every state,...

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Just like hamburgers and hot dogs, a sizzling grill is a symbol of summer and grilling isn't just about great food. Backyard barbecues often create treasured memories with friends and family. Keep in mind, however, that...

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Abnormally dry conditions - and, in some cases, severe droughts - are affecting Beaverton Oregon and a large part of the country, making smart water usage critical for everyone from farmers to homeowners. But, even if...

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Two-thirds of households in America have air conditioners, according to the U.S. Department of Energy - and they spend a total of $11 billion each year running them. Our guess is that most of those households (which may...

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Abnormally dry conditions - and, in some cases, severe droughts - are affecting a large part of the country, making smart water usage critical for everyone from farmers to homeowners. But, even if your region isn't...

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Summer is almost here in Oregon, and you're ready to get out on the water. But, is your boat ready? Even if you've kept it properly stored for the winter and protected from the elements, there are still a number of...

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