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The illuminated outline of a martini glass affixed to a multi-story home lights up the night.
History
Portland’s illuminated martini glass in the West Hills
The 30-ft-by-30-ft sign is turned on for the holiday season each year.
November 18, 2025 04:17 PM
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Cambrie Juarez
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City
Old Town Pizza & Brewing launches ‘Believe In Portland’ campaign to support local nonprofits
Three different designs are available to purchase, with $10 of every T-shirt sale benefiting organizations like Word is Bond and Central City Concern.
July 6, 2023
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Ben McBee
A soft pink sunset casts on Mount Hood, which rises above the Columbia River and floating homes.
Culture
Play ‘Would You Rather’ with us, Portland
We whipped up some pretty tough questions. Feel free to use them at your next get-together.
July 6, 2023
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Ben McBee
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Sponsored
Meet the pair behind Valo, the new winery shaking up the industry
Since launching in 2018, Valo has consistently turned out high-quality wines made with locally-grown grapes.
Sponsored by
People shopping at the grand opening of Portland Gear's new store in Washington Square.
City
Made in Portland: 18 things grown in the City of Roses
From brands to bands, Portland’s business scene is truly inspired.
July 1, 2023
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Ben McBee
A group of people dressed in white clothing dance and sing on a stage in front of a crowd on a sunny day.
Events
East Portland Summer Arts Festival returns for 2nd year with ‘Celebrating Black Excellence’ theme
The two-day event is part of Portland Parks & Recreation’s Summer Free For All program.
June 29, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
A person in a sasquatch suit sits on an inflatable bird floaty along the bank of a river on a sunny day with a city skyline in the background.
Travel and Outdoors
Where to snap a selfie with Sasquatch in the greater Portland area
While we don’t have any personal sightings of Gigantopithecus canadensis to share with our readers (yet), we’ve rounded up the next best thing.
June 27, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
Bookshelves packed with books in a room.
City
Discover a new (to you) title at one of these used bookstores
Save money and reduce waste by shopping the second-hand shelves at various bookstores in the Portland metro area.
June 23, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
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Sponsored
Snag a subscription for Portland Arts & Lectures’ 39th season
This lecture series will help energize and inspire you — and expand your reading list.
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Two men walk away from an open shop door next to large glass windows.
City
New Portland Visitor Center to open as summer crowds return
The reopening of an informational hub for tourists marks a major milestone in Portland’s post-pandemic recovery, officials say.
June 21, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
A pitcher is seen from behind in mid pitch with the stadium around him.
Sports
Summer baseball forecast for the Hillsboro Hops
You won’t want to miss these upcoming baseball games from our local Minor League Baseball team, the Hillsboro Hops.
June 20, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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A Winterhawks hockey player in a white jersey and helmet holds the Western Conference Championship trophy with a man in a grey suit and blue tie on the ice.
Sports
Portland Winterhawks win Western Conference title, advance to WHL championship
The junior ice hockey team only lost twice on the way to the final series and will now set their sights on winning the Ed Chynoweth Cup for the first time since 2013.
May 7, 2024
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Ben McBee
Under a large white canopy tent, attendees of Wine + Dine make their way along a long line of booths. In the foreground, someone holds a bottle of red wine conversing with two guests.
City
Help kids going through cancer find fun again at Wine & Dine
Nonprofit UKANDU’s fundraiser features 24 local restaurants and wineries and supports the organization’s camps and other programs.
May 7, 2024
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Ben McBee
An old time photo of a hockey team
Sports
Why Portland is on the Stanley Cup
The Rosebuds were engraved on hockey’s biggest prize.
May 7, 2024
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Ben McBee
Orange and black Biketown e-bikes with Nike logos rest unattended on bike racks in a public plaza.
City
How to get around Portland without a car
Walk, bike, ride public transit, or rent an e-bike or e-scooter using PBOT’s online SmartTrips tools.
May 6, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
A hand holds a glass of beer in front of a stained glass window
Food
Steeplejack Brewing plans to open new location in Southeast Portland
The company’s fourth taphouse will also include a food cart pod, coffee bar, and bakery counter.
May 6, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
The Portland Trail Blazers macot, Blaze the Trail Cat, poses beside a large official Multnomah County ballot box outside of the Moda Center.
City
Official ballot drop sites around Portland
Make sure your vote is tallied.
May 3, 2024
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Ben McBee
Several glowing lightsabers in a range of colors and styles lead against a wall.
Business
SaberForge in Oregon City makes lightsabers for all, no midi-chlorians required
Custom sabers built with locally manufactured parts are SaberForge’s speciality.
May 2, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Claude Monet's "Water Lilies," one of approximately 250 paintings created by the artist, now owned by Portland Art Museum. White blossoms occupy the upper half of the work, sprouting from round lily pads. On the bottom half, three pink flowers are framed by water grass.
City
Portland Art Museum receives grant to restore Claude Monet’s ‘Water Lilies’
The oil-on-canvas masterpiece is one of the French painter’s most universally recognized works.
May 1, 2024
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Ben McBee
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Small Business
Here’s how you can support free, unbiased local journalism in Portland
We fill your inbox with positive, impactful local news and events. Support our mission.
May 1, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
Two Mexican folkloric dancers with red ribbons in their hair twirl their long, colorful skirts outside on a sunny day.
Events
Oregon’s largest multicultural festival returns to Portland for Cinco de Mayo
The Portland Cinco de Mayo Fiesta embraces Mexican culture through food, performances, activities, and shopping May 3-5 at Tom McCall Waterfront Park.
April 30, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez