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City workers warn strike could disrupt critical Portland services

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Hundreds of Portland city workers could walk off their jobs Monday, with union members warning the strike could disrupt essential city services. City of Portland Professional Workers Union (CPPW), which represents more than 800 workers across every bureau and office, plans to strike on Nov. 9 after nearly a year of stalled contract negotiations over compensation and job stability.

Portland, OR · 5d
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Wilsonville Spokesman

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Grant allows Wilsonville transit agency to buy electric bus

South Metro Area Regional Transit, Wilsonville’s transit agency, received a $312,000 grant to purchase a new all-electric cutaway bus. The grant is part of Portland General Electric’s Drive Change Fund. […]

Wilsonville, OR · 6d

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Sherwood hosts annual Veterans Day event

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The city of Sherwood is hosting its annual event honoring all veterans for their service to the nation at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the Sherwood Center for the Arts. The free center event, located at 22689 S.W. Pine St., will feature musical...

Sherwood, OR · 5d
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Prosper Portland Sues Chubb Unit Over $3.6M in Unpaid Albina Settlement Costs

Prosper Portland has sued its own insurance carrier, alleging the company largely refused to cover costs tied to a multimillion-dollar settlement the agency reached with Black families displaced from Portland's Albina neighborhood decades ago. The agency is seeking more than $3.6 million in damages from Westchester Fire Insurance Co., an entity of Chubb Ltd. of New York, over what it says was a breach of its insurance contract.

Portland, OR · 7d
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The Newberg Graphic

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Air Force clarinet trio to perform at cultural center in Newberg

If you have a penchant for patriotic music and plenty of pomp, the Chehalem Cultural Center will soon stage an event just up your alley. A clarinet trio that is […]

Newberg, OR · 6d

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Brim-Edwards concedes, congratulates Singleton as next Multnomah County chair

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Multnomah County Commissioner Julia Brim-Edwards and a candidate for county chair this year wished fellow commissioner, Shannon Singleton, success on Thursday after election results showed Singleton leading in the county chair’s race. The latest unofficial vote totals released by the county’s Elections Division on...

Multnomah County, OR · 6d

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Portland Plugs In New Curbside EV Chargers From NE Glisan to North Portland

Portland drivers hunting for a place to plug in are getting some new options on their own blocks. Portland General Electric says it is installing electric vehicle chargers directly on utility poles in neighborhoods across the city, bringing a new charging option to the curb. The curbside chargers are part...

Portland, OR · 6d

Forest Grove News Times

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Student brought handgun to Glencoe High School in Hillsboro

A student at Glencoe High School in Hillsboro was found carrying a handgun Friday, Oct. 30, after classmates alerted school officials.

Hillsboro, OR · 8d

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Oregon Military Museum Project Keeps Veterans' Stories Alive

Oregon · 5d

Portland Tribune

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Multnomah County health inspections: Grits ‘N Gravy, Starbucks, Jack in the Box

A recent Multnomah County health inspection found multiple food safety violations at local restaurants, including a rat droppings, food held at unsafe temperatures and sanitizing stations not cleaning dishes properly. […]

Multnomah County, OR · 8d

The Valley Times

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King City charter amendment measure failing in initial results

As of midnight Wednesday, Nov. 4, charter amendments that contain language for filling city council vacancies and provide the option to consider council compensation, were losing by a slim margin, […]

King City, OR · 8d

Herald Pioneer

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Canby offers another survey for residents on UGB alternatives

With the most recent Cultivating Canby Community Summits (Aug. 11 and Oct. 20) in the rearview mirror, the City of Canby continues to look at its Urban Growth Boundary and […]

Canby, OR · 6d

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Oregon City Elects 26-Year-Old Adam Marl, First Asian American Mayor

Oregon City voters have elected 26-year-old Adam Marl as their next mayor, making him the city’s first Asian American mayor and only the second person of color to hold the office. Early returns showed Marl with 71% of the vote, far outpacing his two challengers in a race that capped a fast political rise for a man who was once the youngest person ever to sit on the city commission.

Oregon City, OR · 7d

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Hundreds of City Workers to Strike Next Week, Barring 11th-Hour Miracle

City services, including some emergency services, may be impacted next week after city leadership failed to reach an agreement on a labor contract with Portland city workers. Roughly 800 city workers represented by City of Portland Professional Workers Union (CPPW) are preparing to strike starting Monday, November 9, following 10 months of unsuccessful bargaining on a new contract. Formed in 2023, the union represents analysts and specialists, community-facing engagement for city programs, and other positions in all the city’s bureaus.

Portland, OR · 6d

Oregon Capital Chronicle

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Oregon Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek wins reelection

The governor throughout the race had banked on nationalizing the election to seize upon discontent with the GOP’s control of Congress and the White House.

Oregon · 8d

Woodburn Independent

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Canby’s holiday market gearing up for its annual festive run

The holiday season is just around the corner, and the Clackamas County Event Center is preparing to welcome families, friends, and visitors for its annual Winter Fair & Holiday Market. […]

Canby, OR · 5d

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Portland study reviews future uses for up to 14 PPS schools under closure talks

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — As Portland Public Schools weighs closing up to 14 schools, a preliminary city analysis is looking at possible future uses for those properties. The sites include 13 elementary schools and Sellwood Middle School. PPS has cited declining enrollment and financial challenges as it considered changes.

Portland, OR · 7d

The Reflector

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The Reflector takes on Slick City

Vancouver has become the home of Clark County's first ever Slick City Action Park, a franchise that specializes in indoor slide and air court parks. The new business opened up on Saturday, ...

Vancouver, WA · 8d

Wilsonville Spokesman

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Election: Returns show voters rejecting Wilsonville Town Center measure

Based on returns from the Oregon Secretary of State’s Office, voters are poised to reject ballot measure 3-641. The measure which would allow the city of Wilsonville to create an […]

Wilsonville, OR · 8d