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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
Box full of Oregon themed gifts
City
A very Portland holiday gift guide
December 17, 2021
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Ben McBee
Santa Claus sits in an inflatable snow globe next to a woman holding a baby
Culture
Black Santa brings holiday cheer to Portland
Ho ho hold that pose
December 14, 2021
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Ben McBee
multi-colored lights cover a home with an inflatable snowman in the front yard
City
Holiday light display returns to Portland’s Peacock Lane
December 14, 2021
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Cambrie Juarez
A conductor directs hundreds of musicians playing tubas, wearing holiday-themed attire
Events
Portland’s Tuba Christmas spreads holiday cheer
December 9, 2021
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Ben McBee
A close up of a river otter's face as it swims
Travel and Outdoors
Otters in the Willamette River
December 7, 2021
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Cambrie Juarez
Heavily-traveled bridge going over Willamette River in Portland.
Culture
Portland’s street pronunciation guide
Get to know the local lingo
December 6, 2021
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Ben McBee
A view of the parking lot from the top of Multnomah Falls
Travel and Outdoors
Take in the view from the top of Multnomah Falls
It’s worth the sweat to get there
December 6, 2021
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Ben McBee
Introducing 6AM Rewards: PDXtoday's Referral + Rewards Program
Culture
6AM Rewards and Referral Program
December 1, 2021
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Madison Lucas
A bridge glows purple and blue in the night
Culture
Cool colors of Tilikum Crossing
October 24, 2021
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Ben McBee
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City
Instagram-worthy spots in Portland, Oregon
October 8, 2021
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Trevor Peters
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A cocktail glass with a stem contains a soft pink liquid garnished with a yellow flower, sitting on a wooden round table in front of a potted cactus and a large window.
Food
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Learn what it means to be sober curious, the current popularity of non-alcoholic beverages, and where you can enjoy a mocktail in Portland.
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City
8 Portland projects win prestigious award for restoring, revitalizing historic sites
Nonprofit organization Restore Oregon chose each site to receive a 2023 DeMuro Award for Excellence in Historic Preservation.
August 30, 2023
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Looking east across a reservoir toward billowing smoke above dense conifer forest with water treatment infrastructure in the foreground.
Wellness
Lightning-sparked fire burns near Portland’s primary source of drinking water
The Camp Creek Fire is burning in the Bull Run Watershed, a 102-square-mile temperate rainforest just 26 miles east of downtown Portland.
August 28, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
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City
Do you know the ombudsman?
The independent, impartial department within the city of Portland investigates other bureaus and agencies to safeguard the rights of citizens and promote fairness, competency, efficiency, and justice.
August 25, 2023
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Ben McBee
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Culture
Announcing the best bathroom in Portland, according to our readers
Despite being snubbed by America’s Best Restroom awards, we know the true best bathroom resides in Portland.
August 23, 2023
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A wine bottle blasts off from a vineyard like a rocket
Business
2.4 million refillable wine bottles will land in the Willamette Valley
Revino’s glass bottle reuse system aims to help the Pacific Northwest wine industry become more sustainable.
August 23, 2023
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Ben McBee
Two children and an adult walk across the stepping stones of Lovejoy Fountain.
City
Sense of place resonates on Architectural Heritage Center walking tours
See and hear how Portland’s history lives on in the buildings and the people’s stories of what once was.
August 23, 2023
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Parks and Recreation
Portland Public Schools, Parks & Rec chart course to replace Grant Bowl field
An artificial turf field at Grant Park was closed to athletics use in early August after it failed an inspection.
August 22, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
A fork hovers above albacore tuna dressed with an olive tapenade, baby squash and pumpkin seeds.
Food
Sip and savor the Chef’s Tasting experience at Alloro Vineyard
Enjoy a farm fresh, multi-course meal and exclusive wines with a side of sweeping countryside views.
August 21, 2023
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Ben McBee
Mount Rushmore features cut outs of Portland's historic figures: Governor Tom McCall, author Beverly Cleary, drag queen Darcelle XV, and chef James Beard.
City
Mount Rushmore of Portland: the winners
These four historic figures left a legacy that will last for many years to come.
August 21, 2023
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