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• State agency that studies natural hazards, facing cuts in governor's proposed budget (KPTV.com)

• Oregon starts process to reduce methane in landfills (Lake County Examiner)

• Groups threaten to sue Portland oil terminal owner (OPB News)

• Claim: Portland oil facility breaks law every time it rains (Pamplin Media Group) 

• 2 environmental groups threaten to sue over Portland oil terminal work (oregonlive.com)

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Local communities get boost for projects that reduce waste

​Nearly 20 organizations around the state can now step up their efforts to reduce waste, increase reuse and repair, rescue food and support responsible recycling.

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality awarded $595,168 in grants to 17 organizations to boost projects that benefit Oregon’s communities and environment.

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