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History

History of Portland’s International Rose Test Garden

April 11, 2023

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Cambrie Juarez

An assortment of vegetables including front to back, onions, tomatoes, cabbages, cucumbers, carrots, squash, and beets.

Food

Answered: Our readers’ tips for reducing food waste in their homes

See what your fellow Portlanders do to keep food fresh longer and limit the amount of scraps that go in their garbage.

April 11, 2023

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Ben McBee

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Live

Book an unforgettable stay at these amazing Airbnb and Vrbo rentals in Portland

Check out some of the coolest, most unique Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around Portland, Oregon, and plan for your next adventure or staycation.

April 11, 2023

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Ben McBee

A barista reaches for a stack of metal cups.

Business

Portland cafes partner with new company to keep single-use cups out of landfills

OKAPI Reusables seeks to end the excess waste and encourage reuse with coffee, boba, and juice to-go cups.

April 10, 2023

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Cambrie Juarez

Cherry trees covered in pink blossoms form two rows in a grassy area next to a pathway and benches.

City

Join a Portland-area cleanup event for Earth Day 2023

Help restore the City of Roses’ luster by volunteering to remove litter and other debris on Saturday, April 22.

April 10, 2023

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Cambrie Juarez

A pile of food scraps with bagels, watermelons, and other vegetables visible.

City

Make a difference during Food Waste Prevention Week in Portland

The national and local campaign strives to “help families save money, reduce the negative impact of food waste on the environment, and address hunger in our communities.”

April 7, 2023

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Ben McBee

City

Lend your voice to the Portland Engagement Project

Help the city revamp its 50-year-old model of civic engagement by participating in listening sessions and a summit, Thursday, April 27-Saturday, April 29.

April 7, 2023

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Ben McBee

City

Celebrate Pretzel Day in Portland

Nosh on a delicious soft pretzel — complete with your favorite toppings and dipping sauces — at one of these eateries in Portland.

April 7, 2023

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Emily Shea-Owen

A partial wall made of brick and stone stands at the corner of an urban intersection.

City

Portland’s Pearl District is home to the first LEED Gold-certified historic renovation in the US

An estimated 98% of construction debris was reclaimed and recycled during the renovation of the Jean Vollum Natural Capital Center at 721 NW Ninth Avenue, setting a city record.

April 6, 2023

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Cambrie Juarez