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D’Aquila if PGE’s condemnation would be allowed “if it was not just the business calculus but a public-spirited mindset on the part of PGE to avoid Tribal conflict.” It would not, she said. “However commendable someone might believe that is, it’s still not a proper project purpose under the federal power act,” D’Aquila said. Simon noted that, “If the state felt there was a safety issue and the best way to handle that was to have PGE control all the lands, it could have easily sold the land …

of the organization’s programs. “Talk Saves Lives tells you that if someone you love is thinking about suicide, one of the best things you can do is directly ask them about it,” Tran said. “While some people worry that asking about suicide will increase suicide risk, research suggests that asking someone directly about suicide actually decreases suicide risk. So, don’t be afraid to ask the question, ‘Are you thinking about ending your life?’ If they tell you they are thinking of suicide, well …

treaties. All of us come from those peoples, those treaty signers, who at the time, knew that ‘unless we sign these treaties, we’re going to be extinct, because we will be killed, we will be driven, we will be hunted down, so it’s best for my people to sign treaties,’ and in that treaty, there was the agreement to relocate, to move from your lands that we occupy down in southern Oregon, northern California, southwest Washington.” This culminated in Tribes being forcibly relocated to the Grand …

. They also considered how best to make the machine easily accessible for users. They chose to put it in the entry to the Community Center. “Security has set the doors to be open so people can access it from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily, including weekends and holidays,” Hosley said. “We didn’t want it to be closed off during our off times, in case somebody in the community had a need.” The machine is on a three-year lease, so company officials handle the maintenance and software, although staff can …

Casino CEO Camille Mercier explained that sweepstakes gaming “operates outside the regulatory framework” that governs Indian Gaming. “That threatens Tribal sovereignty and the economic engines that many Tribes rely on for their communities, including ours,” Mercier said. The bets, she said, include “anything from sports to who’s going to be the Democratic nominee. … What’s the top song on weekly top songs on Thursday? You can bet for the Oscars, who's going to be best picture, things …

that overall, the event was a strong start to a “much needed,” conversation. “One of the things we heard loud and clear is that people want this to be the first of several meetings and so I think the group will come back together and give some thought about how we can continue that,” she said. “What we want to avoid is people working in their very community specific silos…We can do our best when we’ve talking to one another. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe …

Hamilton also presented Reibach with a Coat of Arms to the city. "This is considered one of the highest honors of recognition and welcome," he said. Promoter Keith Wright said Reibach's visit had a huge effect on Northern Ireland. "After several appearances on national radio, live performances and meetings with government leaders, his music has become very popular in Northern Ireland," he said. "This was an amazing experience for my family and me," Reibach says. "Of course, we were blown away …

for monthly shopping trips for Elders. Also in the works, Chamberlain is setting up a new education program at the pre-school level that will deal with prevalent health issues in the community, including diet and information about safe relationships. Also for the parents of Head Start students, Chamberlain is working on a new baby program. When up and running, parents will receive a nursing visit when a baby first comes home. The nurse will answer questions, give the new mother information about all …

Health & Education British actors visit Tribal youth and teach performance skills 05.14.2012 Dean Rhodes Education , Entertainment They came from England to teach Tribal youth a little something about the performing arts and the lessons exploded in Grand Ronde, giving youth the tools of self-expression, self-knowledge and impromptu public performance. Harrie Perrott is one of six performing arts, music and dance students graduating this spring from the University of Chichester in West Sussex …

thrive as an adult. “I wouldn’t be where I am today,” he says. “These programs changed my whole life … and I got started with my journey in Grand Ronde. They took a chance on me even though I was arrested 14 times in one year and had 25 different jobs. I don’t know what to do to say ‘Thank you’ except to pass it on and help others.” For more information about Natural State Recovery Centers, visit www.naturalstaterecovery.com. Share On Facebook Share On Twitter Share Article Link Subscribe Subscribe …