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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 · 2d
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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 · 4d

KOIN 6 News

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Oregon Military Museum Project Keeps Veterans' Stories Alive

Oregon · 1d

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 · 4d

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 · 3d

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 · 2d

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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 · 3d

The Portland Mercury

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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 · 2d

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 · 3d

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 · 1d

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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 · 3d

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 · 4d

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Clackamas County is giving peak Gen Z mayor vibes

Young people in Clackamas County are entering their mayoral era. Come January, the cities of Oregon City, Milwaukie and West Linn will all be led by mayors born in the year 1999 or later. After election victories this week, Oregon City’s Adam Marl and Milwaukie’s Will Anderson will join West Linn’s Rory Bialostosky as some of the state’s youngest mayors.

Clackamas County, OR · 1d

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 · 3d

The Newberg Graphic

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Hollamon narrowly leads Rosacker in Newberg mayor race

As of midnight Wednesday, Elise Yarnell Hollamon was in the lead for Newberg mayor with 50.2% of the vote. Her challenger, incumbent Bill Rosacker, held 49.8% of the vote — […]

Newberg, OR · 3d

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Partisan races in Oregon and Washington largely mirror the national blue wave

Democrats swept elections all across the U.S., and Oregon and Washington were no exceptions. Oregon U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley easily won reelection. Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek has won a second term as Oregon governor. In Washington, U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez has defeated her Republican challenger, state Senate Minority Leader...

Oregon · 3d

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Public invited to comment on Portland General Electric's proposed 4.8% rate hike

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Portland General Electric customers are invited to weigh in on a proposed rate hike during an upcoming public meeting, the Oregon Public Utility Commission said. PGE filed a general rate case with the PUC seeking a 4.8% rate increase. The virtual public meeting is scheduled...

Portland, OR · 3d

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WSDOT seeks public input on early stages of high-speed rail from Vancouver, BC to Portland

OLYMPIA, Wash. — As the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) continues the initial research phase for a high-speed rail system through the Pacific Northwest, the agency is asking for input from residents and would-be travelers. The Cascadia High-Speed Rail would weave through a roughly 377-mile corridor through the...

Portland, OR · 2d

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Oregon Has an Arcade Museum Where Hundreds of Vintage Games Play Without a Single Quarter

You know that feeling when a plain building turns out to hold something you did not see coming? That happened to plenty of Oregonians who walked through one unassuming door and lost an entire day. Inside, hundreds of vintage games light up the dark, and your pocket change stays put....

Oregon · 4d