Travel and Outdoors

The annual service provided by the Portland Bureau of Transportation removes fallen leaves for free within certain districts.
Multnomah County will use the federal funding to improve climate resiliency and environmental justice in the historically underserved community.
After a lengthy closure that brought new vault toilets and trail upgrades, hikers can once again make the trek to the top for sweeping views of the Oregon Coast and the Cascade Range.
Find out how to safely dispose of old pumpkins and leaves ahead of the holidays.
Have you ever wondered why so many people stop at the drinking water wayside on the way to the Oregon Coast?
The entire Stumptown scud population is found exclusively in tributaries and creeks in and around Portland.
A new station at PDX now greets MAX Red Line riders.
Nestled in the picturesque West Hills, the Portland Japanese Garden offers space for visitors to relax, stroll manicured paths, and learn about Japan’s ancient gardening culture.
Wet ground and clear skies create perfect conditions for thick fog in the Willamette Valley.
Bigfoot steals all the cryptid limelight. It’s time to give Oregon’s own Colossal Claude the credit it’s due.
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The public transit agency serving Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties is capping its Better Red project and making headway on its Forward Together initiative.
From Hillsdale to Parkrose, we’re giving you all the pertinent details about some of the elementary, middle, and high schools in Portland.
Every September, thousands of migrating birds roost in Chapman Elementary School’s chimney before flying to Central America and Venezuela.
The effort will help revitalize eight state parks, but the ongoing construction will result in full or partial closures through 2026.
Don’t wait for the weekend — explore these recurring weeknight shows, games, drink deals, and more throughout Portland.
The four-day celebration of mushrooms and lichens takes places on the Mulino, OR, farm from Thursday, Sept. 26 to Sunday, Sept. 29.
Locals can virtually audition for the talent competition on Monday, Aug. 26 and could be invited to appear in front of the celebrity judging panel.
How much does it cost to live in the City of Roses compared to other cities and the US national average? Let’s crunch some numbers.
The event, presented by The Building Industry Association of Clark County, will showcase three houses at a single site, Sept. 6-22.
Diverse habitats support an abundance of flora and fauna at the edges of nearby cities.