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Next Step Community provides safe, clean shelter for up to 70 people experiencing homelessness

SALEM, Ore. — As Washington County grows, a new safe rest pod village is helping to keep residents experiencing homelessness out of the cold and rain. Next Step Community in Aloha provides shelter for up to 70 people, with 60 safe rest pod pallet homes that offer privacy, security, and dignity for guests.

Washington County, OR · 2d
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Hillsboro News-Times

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Hillsboro eyes new aquatic center, SHARC pool expansion

Are there plans for a new swimming pool in Hillsboro? Perhaps, but improvements to the city’s existing aquatic center appear to be the priority. During a Hillsboro Parks & Recreation […]

Hillsboro, OR · 1d

The Hillsboro Herald

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Hillsboro Community Called To Participate In Massive Block 56 Project In Old Town

Residents of the Hillsboro community are invited to attend a community informational open house on Thursday, November 12th, to learn about the proposed new Block 56 project.  This mixed-use project […] The post Hillsboro Community Called To Participate In Massive Block 56 Project In Old Town appeared first on The Hillsboro Herald .

Hillsboro, OR · 3d

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Portland man loses half of his foot after salon pedicure, sues for $900K

A 40-year-old Portland man says he lost half of his foot after it became infected from unsterilized tools used during a pedicure he received at a local nail salon. Nathan Fields has filed a $913,000 lawsuit against Eden Salon & Spa, claiming that a nail technician “severely cut” his big toe during the March 2025 pedicure and that ultimately led to two amputations that carved away all of his toes and much of his foot.

Portland, OR · 1d
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Local group honors 12 veterans with Quilts of Valor

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A Portland group is finding its own way to show its appreciation for veterans. James Lewis served for 32 years in the U.S. Navy before retiring as a chief boatswain’s mate, and remembers his time well. “I just enjoyed it,” he said. “I spent most of that time in the reserves, […]

Portland, OR · 2d

The Portland Mercury

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Good Morning, News: Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek Claims Victory, Fire at Jackie’s PDX, and NASA Warns Hubble Telescope Could Fall to Earth

If you appreciate the Mercury‘s interesting and useful news & culture reporting, consider making a small monthly contribution to support our editorial team. Your donation is tax-deductible. You can also subscribe and have our papers delivered!. Good Morning, Portland! How’s your schadenfreude? Don’t blow it all in one place....

Portland, OR · 2d

Lake Oswego Review

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Lake Oswego’s economic outlook by the numbers

The city of Lake Oswego and the Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce recently collaborated on an economic development strategy plan, which the City Council approved at a Tuesday, Nov. 3 […]

Lake Oswego, OR · 2d

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Oregon Humane Trying To Solve Growing Population Concern in Willamette Valley

PORTLAND, OR – There is reportedly a big problem with pet overpopulation in the Mid Valley. That problem is growing, according to Laura Klink at the Oregon Humane. She says they experienced a 58% increase in kitten intake from 2020 to 2025, thanks to an increasing number of unaltered cats.

Portland, OR · 3d

KOIN 6 News

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‘They’re acting like it’s 1957’: Advocates weigh in on Washington trans sports ban

Washington voters chose to bar transgender athletes from girls' school sports under Initiative 638.

Portland, OR · 2d

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Holiday events, light displays and festive traditions to enjoy around Oregon in 2026

The holiday season is approaching, bringing twinkling light displays, festive boat parades and seasonal celebrations to communities across Oregon. In the Portland area, families can enjoy annual traditions such as the Christmas Ships Parade, Peacock Lane’s elaborate light displays and the procession of costumed revelers at Portland Krampus Night. The season also brings concerts, cultural celebrations and religious gatherings marking holidays including Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa.

Portland, OR · 3d

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Portland celebrates 100 years since the repeal of Oregon’s Black exclusion laws

On Monday, Nov. 2, 2026, Oregon Black Pioneers (OBP), a statewide African American historical society, gathered at the North Portland Library to commemorate a pivotal moment in Oregon history: the 100th anniversary of the vote to remove the state’s constitutional language excluding Black people. A century earlier, Black community...

Portland, OR · 2d

The Portland Mercury

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“Just the Beginning”: Portland Progressives Say Voters Affirmed Support for Their Vision

Tuesday’s midterm elections ushered in a historic blue wave across the United States, with Democrats picking up seats even in historically conservative states like South Carolina and Texas. In many cases, voters didn’t settle for moderation, with the left flank of the Democratic Party netting historic gains in federal, state, and local elections.

Portland, OR · 1d

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Oregon Humane Wins Major Grant to Add Electric Vehicles

PORTLAND, OR – Oregon Humane will add electric vehicles to its outreach fleet after receiving a $332,460 grant from Portland General Electric’s Drive Change Fund. The nonprofit will use the funding to purchase two electric vans, two electric passenger vehicles and two dual charging stations for its Portland and Salem campuses. The new vehicles are scheduled to take to the road by early 2027.

Portland, OR · 2d

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Oregon City's 1912 Star Theater Reborn as First City Theater on Main Street

A building that has hosted vaudeville acts, early films, dive bars and a neighborhood pub for more than a century is about to become a theater again. Eric and Aden Nepom bought the structure at 720 Main St. in downtown Oregon City for $750,000 in August, with plans to transform it into First City Theater, a venue for improv, scripted plays, musicals, burlesque, classic films and stand-up comedy.

Oregon City, OR · 1d

Main Street Dollars

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Medicare Advantage members in Oregon, Maine and North Carolina lose hospitals or doctors Jan. 1, while Florida, California and Wisconsin systems may also leave

Medicare Advantage members who use Oregon Health & Science University, Maine’s InterMed practices or a North Carolina hospital face network changes at the start of 2027, and members in Florida, California and Wisconsin could be next. Some of the changes are settled and some are still being negotiated. Open enrollment ends Dec. 7, and that […]

Wisconsin · 6d

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Laurelhurst Park Glows With Floating Lanterns This November 21 in Portland

Laurelhurst Park will fill with the soft glow of floating lanterns on Saturday, Nov. 21, as Portland's Water Lantern Festival returns for an afternoon of decorating, music and a sunset launch on the water. Gates open at 2 p.m., with the group lantern launch set for 5 to 6 p.m., giving families and friends hours to settle in before the lanterns hit the water.

Portland, OR · 2d

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Multnomah County offices closed for Veterans Day

A friendly reminder that a majority of services offered over email, phone, and in-person will be unavailable on Wednesday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day, including:. Multnomah County Health Department and community health centers, including dental clinics, pharmacies, and Student Health Centers. Multnomah County Division of Recording, Assessment, and...

Multnomah County, OR · 1d

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This Oregon Museum Holds Objects That Tell The State’s Story In Unexpected Ways

A single copper coin decided the name of a major American city. Two founders flipped it, and the winner picked the name of his hometown back East. That coin still exists, and you can see it in person. It sits in a museum that also lets you sniff salmon, hazelnuts, and wheat. Yes, history here comes with a scent track.

Portland, OR · 1d

Lake Oswego Review

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Lake Oswego, West Linn and other cities begin assessing transit access

Regional transit service has changed markedly in the 2020s. First, the COVID-19 pandemic caused ridership to fall rapidly. Then, recently, TriMet’s financial challenges led to reduced services in Lake Oswego, […]

Lake Oswego, OR · 3d