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$488M federal grant paves the way for Albina redevelopment projects

Most of the funding will be used to build a cover over part of Interstate 5, reconnecting the Lower Albina community.

March 11, 2024

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Cambrie Juarez

A rendering shows the new Hillsboro Hops stadium with fireworks over it.

Sports

The Hillsboro Hops are saved by the Oregon State Legislature

Plans for a new stadium can proceed after securing the final $15 million during the 2024 short legislative session.

March 8, 2024

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Ben McBee

A color and black and white strip of photos show two people posing in a photo booth at Star Bar in Portland.

Business

Asked: What are the best photo booths in bars around Portland?

In the age of instant gratification and digital images, photo booths offer a satisfying return to that three-, four-, maybe five-minute wait for a keepsake you can hold.

March 8, 2024

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Ben McBee

Portland's Pioneer Courthouse Square is painted with large multicolored circles. People lounge in the sun in chairs scattered across the area.

City

New grant program seeks to revitalize Portland by supporting promising events

Qualifying events can seek financial and technical assistance to “advance the city’s economic and cultural revitalization.”

March 7, 2024

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Cambrie Juarez

Looking down at two bowls of ramen on a table, both with soft-boiled eggs, green onions, and noodles. The bowl on the bottom left has nori, mushrooms, and chunks of pork.

Food

Here’s where to find bowls of ramen you’ll remember

When you crave flavorful broth with perfectly-cooked noodles and toppings ranging from classic to inventive, turn to one of these stand-out eateries.

March 7, 2024

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Cambrie Juarez

A person holds a copy of "Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow" in front of their face

Sponsored by a PDXtoday Partner

Amanda Mailey stands in front of a display case holding canned beverages and other colorful packaged goods.

Events

Support local women entrepreneurs at The Boss-A-Thon culinary experience

Join others who are passionate about advancing female-owned businesses while enjoying a four-course prix-fixe meal.

March 6, 2024

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Cambrie Juarez

A neglected former inn with boarded-up windows is surrounded by grass and trees.

Culture

Watch these famous movies with scenes filmed in the Portland area

Who’s bringing the popcorn?

March 6, 2024

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Cambrie Juarez

A promotional graphic shows a sea otter partway out of the water, with its mouth open in a grin, "holding" a beer can with the words "Oregon Otter Beer Festival 2024."

Events

Want to see wild sea otters return to Oregon? Then float over to the Oregon Otter Beer Festival

Nine local breweries have crafted otter-themed beers to support Elakha Alliance’s mission to restore wild sea otters to Oregon’s coastal waters.

March 5, 2024

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Cambrie Juarez

Colorful fall foliage frames this photo taken from the bank of an artificial lake with buildings aligned on the opposite shore.

Business

Top industries and employers in the greater Portland area

Learn about the biggest industries and employers in Portland and its surrounding counties with this guide to local business.

March 5, 2024

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Ben McBee