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10 newcomers land among Portland’s 40 best restaurants

As much as we love honoring Portland’s classics (see our list), this year’s restaurant guide makes room for 10 newcomers. Most of these appeared on our recent surveys of Portland best new restaurants, though two more established restaurants impressed us enough to earn their way onto — or, in the case of Eem, back onto — the ranked list this year.

Portland, OR · 1d

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No hand holding or raised hands during the Our Father prayer at Mass, archdiocese says

The Archdiocese of Portland, Oregon, has asked laypeople to refrain from holding hands or raising their hands during the Our Father prayer at Masses in the archdiocese. While the Catholic liturgy is fairly uniform across Catholic parishes, some Mass attendees raise their hands in the “orans” posture of prayer or hold hands during the Our Father prayer, while others don’t. The Archdiocese of Portland through an official instruction has asked laypeople to refrain from doing either.

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New Reports Detail How Counties Used Metro Homeless Services Tax Money

Portland, OR – New reports released Tuesday detail how counties are using money from the 10-year Metro Supportive Housing Services Measure passed by voters in 2020. Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas counties all say they are meeting or exceeding their goals five years in. Multnomah County officials say over 6-thousand...

Multnomah County, OR · 2d

Lovely Garden Roots

‘You Can't Replace This': North Portland Neighbors Held a Candlelight Vigil for a Century-Old Redwood Set to Come Down for Six New Homes

Neighbors held a vigil for a century-old North Portland redwood slated for removal for six homes. Portland's Title 11 tree code explained.

Portland, OR · 6h

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Grieving family awarded $7.8M after doctors failed to diagnose woman’s cancer 2 years in a row

A Multnomah County Circuit Court jury has awarded $7.8 million to the family of a Portland woman whose doctors missed a suspicious mass on her annual breast-screening scans — allowing the mass to balloon in size for two years and the cancer to spread, killing her several years later.

Portland, OR · 4h

Gresham Outlook

A date with a dog: New Multnomah County program gives shelter pups a break from kennel life

The program gives community members a chance to take shelter dogs on daylong outings, offering the pups a break from kennel life, and potentially helping them find forever homes Shelter […]

Multnomah County, OR · 9h

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This Oregon Restaurant Floats Right On The Columbia River And Even Moves Gently With The Water

The dining room here actually bobs on the river. Your table rides the same gentle swells as the boats tied up nearby. This Oregon spot skips televisions entirely, letting the river provide the entertainment. The entertainment comes from kayakers, paddlers, passing boats, and the far shoreline across the Columbia. I’m...

KOIN 6 News

‘Significant resource’: Former Portland Children’s Museum set for demolition

The Oregon Zoo has noted the City of Portland previously marked the property for demolition due to “structural issues."

Portland, OR · 1d

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Portland City Council approves renaming of SW Jackson Street

On Thursday, Portland City Council unanimously approved an ordinance to rename a downtown street that’s part of the Portland State University campus.

Portland, OR · 18h

Yahoo!

Oregon Humane offers veterans $75 off pet adoptions as more than 100 animals seek homes

In honor of veterans and military members, Oregon Humane said there will be an adoption special starting on Veterans Day. From Wednesday, Nov. 11, to Sunday, Nov. 15, adoption fees will be reduced by $75 for any one animal at Oregon Humane's Portland and Salem campuses, thanks to a grant from the Sundt Foundation.

Salem, OR · 2d

KOIN 6 News

‘Here to advocate:’ City Council talks about the future of Downtown Portland

Portland City Council heard testimony on the future of downtown at their meeting Thursday morning.

Portland, OR · 20h

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Jensen Huang’s Oregon story: Portland ping pong to Denny’s dishwasher

Although former Nvidia CEO hasn’t lived here in decades, he still has family in the state and nurtures ties to Oregon State University. Former Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang began working at age 15, washing dishes and waiting tables at a Denny’s restaurant in the Portland area. He worked the graveyard shift and played competitive table tennis at the Paddle Palace downtown.

Portland, OR · 23h

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A MAX train takes you to all 5 of these Oregon shopping centers in the Portland area. Is your favorite one of them?

Pioneer Place opened its retail pavilion in March 1990 at Fifth Avenue and Morrison Street in downtown Portland, Oregon, on a corner where MAX trains were already running. The light-rail line crossed the Fifth Avenue Transit Mall right there. The spot came out of the city's own planning. Portland set...

Portland, OR · 16h

Doggo Digest

8 American Cities That Make Dog Lovers Feel Welcome

Stick with us to the end: one simple park behavior tells you whether a city's culture truly welcomes your four-legged family member. The post 8 American Cities That Make Dog Lovers Feel Welcome appeared first on Doggodigest .

The Portland Mercury

Good Morning, News: Hegseth Impeachment Blocked, Stolen Horses in Portland, and the Background Check ICE Never Did

The Mercury provides news and fun every single day—but your help is essential. If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism and arts coverage, please consider making a small monthly contribution, because without you, there is no us. Thanks for your support!. Good morning, Portland! Today, expect overcast...

KOIN 6 News

Portland nonprofit faces furniture shortage, asks for donations

A bed, a couch or a kitchen table can make a major difference for a family starting over.

Portland, OR · 14h

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Portland Rep. Lamar Wise Faces Ethics Case Over Undisclosed $25K Stipend

900 Court St. NE, Room H-473 — Unverified Salem Street Location. An investigation concluded that Oregon state Rep. Lamar Wise failed to disclose a $25,000 stipend he received from the Portland-based nonprofit Seeding Justice, according to findings reported this week. The matter now heads to the Oregon Government Ethics Commission, which is scheduled to consider a stipulated final agreement at its regular meeting Friday.

Oregon · 2d

KOIN 6 News

‘Asking for really basic things’: Portland city worker strike enters Day 2

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The Portland city workers strike is in its second day, as the union seeks a new contract. The City of Portland Professional Workers union is still after more pay in a new contract, as leaders said they have not received a wage increase, and right now there isn’t one scheduled for next […]

KOIN 6 News

Fired employee of Portland roofing company was given blackface doll by coworkers, lawsuit says

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A northwest Portland roofing manufacturer has been sued for millions of dollars on claims of racial discrimination. Zachery Fuller, a 49-year-old Black man, is suing the company CertainTeed for $3.7 million. He says while he was employed there, he was racially harassed and that the company discriminated against his medical condition before […]