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‘I’m sad, a bit outraged’: Portland leaders speak out against Multnomah County’s decision to fund more tent, tarp distribution
PORTLAND, Ore. — Tucked behind rose bushes in Portland’s central east side, Teresa lays in the sun to pass the time. Having been homeless for most of her life, survival skills are second nature, and a big one for street life in Portland, she says is knowing where to get a tent.
‘No wrong doors’: Washington County breaks ground on addiction treatment center
After years in the making, Washington County has finally broken ground on its Center for Addictions Triage and Treatment, where the philosophy is, “no wrong doors.” “The slogan will be: you’re at the right place, and you’ve found your door, and your door is going to lead you to opportunities that you’ve not had previously,” Washington County Commissioner Pam Treece said during a groundbreaking ceremony Friday, June 7. “That 'no wrong door' piece is so critical to the success here.” ...
Rose Festival's Grand Floral Parade is this Saturday. Here's how to watch
PORTLAND, Ore. — A highlight of the Portland Rose Festival, the Grand Floral Parade, will weave its way through the Lloyd District this Saturday. The parade, which draws hundreds of thousands of people, has been a Portland tradition for more than 116 years. It's the final parade of three that take place during the Rose Festival. It features all-floral floats, marching bands, drill teams and dancers, vintage cars, equestrian units and even llamas.
2024 Rose Festival Queen of Rosaria crowned
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - The 2024 Rose Festival Queen was announced and crowned at the Queen’s Coronation on Friday. The ceremony was held at Oregon Square, located at Northeast 8th Street and Northeast Holladay Street, at 11 a.m. The Rose Festival Court is comprised of up to 15 outstanding...
Large South Portland homeless camp slows development of affordable housing project
PORTLAND, Ore. — On Thursday morning, homeless people staying in the grass where South Corbett Avenue meets Woods Street reluctantly packed up their things. Portland camps removal crews were there and gave them one hour before stepping in. The site has received ongoing attention from the city's camp removal...
First of new $95 million fighter jets arrives in Portland
The Portland Air National Guard base took delivery of its first new fighter jet in decades Wednesday. Before now, the newest of Portland’s 17 fighter jets dated back to the 1980s. Meaning they’re still flown using buttons and dials, with only 1970s computer technology. They cannot jam enemy radar and have limited firepower.
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