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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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Sponsored
From Cheerios to real meals: How Meals on Wheels People keeps seniors nourished 🍽️
The local organization prepares ~28K meals each week for older members of our community
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A worn white ball with curved stitching like a baseball lies on a pitch of sunny grass.
Sports
Catch the Gaelic game of hurling in Portland, OR
We’re breaking down the Irish sport of hurling including its rules and where you can catch a game.
March 7, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Culture
Spring equinox in Portland, OR
Visit a local park, participate in a community event, or clean up your humble abode in honor of the astronomical transition from winter to spring.
March 6, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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City
Will we always change the clock?
Daylight saving time has been around as early as 1918, and many legislators across the country are looking to change that.
March 2, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
A group of people playing bagpipes and wearing green/black plaid kilts march down a sidewalk at night.
Events
2023 Kells Irish Festival will be 2 weekends of festive fun
The annual event will expand to Portland’s Southwest Waterfront for the first time.
March 1, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
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Sponsored
Meet The Judy, Portland’s new family arts center
Once upon a time, it was a humble movie theater on Broadway. Now, it’s about to become a dynamic new arts hub.
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Culture
Products made for and by the people
Six & Main partners with local makers to bring quintessential Portland items to one place, supporting small businesses and PDXtoday.
February 28, 2023
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Ben McBee
A person in shorts and athletic shoes prepares to serve a yellow plastic ball in an indoor gym.
Sports
Coming soon: Portland’s first indoor pickleball-only recreation center
The Drop Shot will host several pickleball pop-up events where people can experience the popular game and support the woman-owned business venture.
February 27, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
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Culture
25 gift ideas for every budget
Perfect for birthday gifts, thank you gifts, or something just because.
February 24, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
An excavator reaches high to grab and crush metal siding from a building.
Development
Grand Ronde tribe starts 3rd round of paper mill demolition
The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde is clearing the way to restore public access to the second most powerful waterfall in North America.
February 23, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
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The interior of a theater with rows of empty seats and a lit stage with a theatrical set representing an urban setting and home.
Events
Portland Center Stage announces 2024-25 season lineup
The upcoming schedule is a dramatic mix of classic and new works.
March 27, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
A white Easter Bunny wearing denim overalls holds a plush carrot and smothers a giggle surrounded by spring flowers.
Events
Hunt for eggs, meet The Bunny, and more this Easter weekend
Like a broody hen, the Portland area has laid a bevy of fun springtime activities for all ages.
March 27, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Various covers of In Bocca cookbooks, featuring colorful illustrations on brown cardboard.
Food
Nostrana debuts dinner series based on rare Italian cookbook collection
Each “In Bocca” meal takes guests on a journey to a different region through their respective cuisines.
March 27, 2024
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Ben McBee
Fans mill about the outside of Portland's Moda Center, which is illuminated in bright red against the dusky sky.
Sports
March Madness makes its way to the Moda Center
The NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Tournament Portland Regional will feature a Fan Fest and exciting matchups between national powerhouses, March 29-April 1.
March 26, 2024
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Ben McBee
A small white bungalow with a shed sits beside a paved driveway in Portland's Woodlawn Park neighborhood. Its roof and two chimneys are shades of light brown and there are massive evergreen trees in the backyard.
Real Estate
Hot Homes: Portland homes for sale near the median selling price
Check out these six Portland homes that are on the market for near the median selling price of $480,000
March 24, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
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City
Help shape the future of Portland’s trees as the city revises its Urban Forest Plan
The framework will be updated with input from the community and staff from multiple city bureaus and regional and state agencies.
March 21, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
An urban front yard containing various species of biodiverse plants separated by wood chips. A blue house with a yellow door is in the background.
Travel and Outdoors
Q+A: Regenerative landscaper Kyle Leslie-Christy turns Portland lawns into food forests
The founder of PDX Urban Gardens is establishing self-sustaining green spaces that support the surrounding environment and community.
March 21, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Small children pose with their crafts
Culture
Spring break activities for kids
Whether you’re spending quality time with your little ones or dropping them off at camp, they’ll make memories to last a lifetime.
March 20, 2024
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Ben McBee
A person holds a cup of coffee up toward a setting or rising sun.
Food
Portland sets the pace in coffee industry sustainability
From reusable cups to direct trade practices, a number of local coffee businesses are working toward a more sustainable future.
March 19, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
English Oaks Estate is a $15 million mansion in Portland's Northwest Hills. It sits on 40 forested acres and has a spacious outdoor entertaining area with a large pool and refined landscaping.
Culture
How to spend your Mega Millions winnings
If you’re lucky enough to hit the jackpot, here’s what you could spend it on around Portland.
March 18, 2024
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Ben McBee