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15 hours ago

The Fight to Save the Yachats Whale

A juvenile humpback whale stranded near Yachats prompted community action for rescue after a local's social media plea for help.
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5 hours ago

Person found dead in car after it plows into health club in Portland, Oregon

Investigators later found explosives inside the car, leading to the involvement of an explosive disposal unit after evidence of an explosive device was discovered.
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fromPortland Mercury
1 day ago

Good Morning, News! May Day, Wild Metro Chamber Polls, Our Endorsements, and Infowars' Disappearance (Conspiracy?) - Portland Mercury

Oregon's May 19 primary election is approaching, with endorsements and analysis available to assist voters.
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fromPortland Mercury
1 day ago

Good Morning, News! May Day, Wild Metro Chamber Polls, Our Endorsements, and Infowars' Disappearance (Conspiracy?) - Portland Mercury

Oregon's May 19 primary election is approaching, with endorsements and analysis available to assist voters.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 days ago

The Mercury's May 2026 Election Endorsements - Portland Mercury

Oregon's primary election on May 19, 2026, will determine nominees for various political positions, with closed primaries limiting voter participation.
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fromPortland Mercury
1 day ago

The Best Bang for Your Buck Events in Portland This Weekend: May 1-3, 2026 - Portland Mercury

May Day rally promotes workers' rights, immigrant community support, and solidarity with unions through cultural performances and a march.
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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 days ago

America 250 spotlight: In Jacksonville, the Southern Oregon town is the museum - and its historical story keeps expanding * Oregon ArtsWatch

Jacksonville is creating a 'Museum without Walls' to celebrate its history and the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
#city-council
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fromPortland Mercury
2 days ago

Good Morning, News: Oregon's Mountain-Fed Streams Hunger for Your Life, New Fees for Portland Streets and Sauvie Island - Portland Mercury

Portland City Council approved a new street fee to fund transportation improvements, while Mayor Wilson proposed support for new grocers and addressed law enforcement mask policies.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 days ago

Good Morning, News: Oregon's Mountain-Fed Streams Hunger for Your Life, New Fees for Portland Streets and Sauvie Island - Portland Mercury

Portland City Council approved a new street fee to fund transportation improvements, while Mayor Wilson proposed support for new grocers and addressed law enforcement mask policies.
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fromPortland Mercury
3 days ago

Portland City Council Officially Adopts Transportation Utility Fee - Portland Mercury

Portland City Council approved a transportation utility fee to fund the transportation bureau, generating approximately $46 million annually starting January 2027.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

Ethics Commission Dismisses Complaints Over Peacocks' Legal Representation - Portland Mercury

Portland city councilors can receive free legal representation if they follow state law, as confirmed by the Oregon Government Ethics Commission.
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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
3 days ago

Portland Art Tax reforms move forward; proposed grant cuts opposed * Oregon ArtsWatch

Portland art leaders support reforms to the Arts Tax despite potential unpopularity, while opposing budget cuts to small arts and community festival grants.
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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 week ago

Art Tax reforms under way, including increased spending and potential increase to $50 a year * Oregon ArtsWatch

City Council President Jaime Dunphy is reforming the Arts Tax to support Portland's nonprofit arts organizations and address funding shortfalls.
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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
3 days ago

Portland Art Tax reforms move forward; proposed grant cuts opposed * Oregon ArtsWatch

Portland art leaders support reforms to the Arts Tax despite potential unpopularity, while opposing budget cuts to small arts and community festival grants.
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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 week ago

Art Tax reforms under way, including increased spending and potential increase to $50 a year * Oregon ArtsWatch

City Council President Jaime Dunphy is reforming the Arts Tax to support Portland's nonprofit arts organizations and address funding shortfalls.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
3 days ago

New analysis fuels more Keller vs. PSU controversy * Oregon ArtsWatch

The proposed city-owned center at PSU is projected to generate approximately $98.2 million in total annual economic impact, compared to $84.9 million for a renovated Keller Auditorium, according to a new Economic Impact Analysis by the Chicago-based Hunden Partners consulting firm.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 days ago

FREE TICKETS THURSDAY: Win Tix to Wild Nothing, ZooBrew, St. Lucia, and MORE! - Portland Mercury

Free tickets are available for various concerts and events in Portland, showcasing local talent and entertainment.
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fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

FREE TICKETS THURSDAY: Sir Woman, Faetooth, Robert Lester Folsom, and MORE! - Portland Mercury

Mercury offers free tickets to various concerts and events in Portland as a thank you to readers.
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fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago

FREE TICKETS THURSDAY: Cory Wong, ps goner, Drew and Ellie Holcomb, and MORE! - Portland Mercury

Free tickets available for various concerts and events in Portland, including exhibitions and live performances.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 days ago

FREE TICKETS THURSDAY: Win Tix to Wild Nothing, ZooBrew, St. Lucia, and MORE! - Portland Mercury

Free tickets are available for various concerts and events in Portland, showcasing local talent and entertainment.
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fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

FREE TICKETS THURSDAY: Sir Woman, Faetooth, Robert Lester Folsom, and MORE! - Portland Mercury

Mercury offers free tickets to various concerts and events in Portland as a thank you to readers.
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fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago

FREE TICKETS THURSDAY: Cory Wong, ps goner, Drew and Ellie Holcomb, and MORE! - Portland Mercury

Free tickets available for various concerts and events in Portland, including exhibitions and live performances.
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fromSoccer News
2 days ago

Real Salt Lake v Portland Timbers: Neville urges visitors to bring their A game in another road test - Soccer News

Portland Timbers must perform at their best to improve their MLS season against Real Salt Lake this weekend.
fromPortland Mercury
2 days ago

Your Mercury May Election Cheat Sheet! - Portland Mercury

Election day is May 19, and mailed ballots must be postmarked no later than May 19 in order to be counted.
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fromPortland Mercury
3 days ago

Good Morning, News: Blazers Get Destroyed in Playoffs, Comey Gets Indicted (Again), and Local Foie Gras Ban Back on the Menu - Portland Mercury

Portland faces budget cuts affecting climate programs and immigrant food vendors amid proposals for new regulations.
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fromPortland Mercury
4 days ago

Mayor Wilson's Economic Development Budget is a Balancing Act of Cuts and Cash Infusion - Portland Mercury

Portland's budget cuts target social programs and staff to address a $163 million gap, prioritizing business aid over community and climate initiatives.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
4 days ago

OHS museum's '101 at 100' exhibit takes visitors on historic journey of Highway 101, Oregon Coast * Oregon ArtsWatch

The Oregon Historical Society's exhibit, '101 at 100: The History of Oregon's Most Iconic Highway,' features historical photographs, artifacts, and modern artistic photos by Peter Marbach. It depicts how the highway reshaped the coast and prompts visitors to consider the ongoing influence of movement and infrastructure on travel and living along Oregon's shores.
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fromPortland Mercury
3 days ago

SpongeBob Versus the Apocalypse - Portland Mercury

Portland Playhouse presents The SpongeBob Musical, blending humor with meaningful themes of adversity and character interpretation.
#local-journalism
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fromPortland Mercury
4 days ago

Good Morning, News: No More Tear Gas Restrictions, Blazers Need a Miracle, and Remembering The Ronettes' Nedra Talley Ross - Portland Mercury

Support for local journalism and arts is crucial for Portland's community and culture.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

Good Morning, News: The Blazers Are Headed to Playoffs, AI Ruins a Legal Case, and Taxes Ruin Everyone's Day - Portland Mercury

Support for local journalism and arts is crucial for community engagement and information dissemination.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

Good Morning, News: Locals Push Back Against Zenith, Portland Fire Goes International, and Trump Has a Christ Complex - Portland Mercury

Portland Mercury promotes local journalism and arts, highlighting events like Pizza Week and local environmental advocacy against Zenith Energy.
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fromPortland Mercury
4 days ago

Good Morning, News: No More Tear Gas Restrictions, Blazers Need a Miracle, and Remembering The Ronettes' Nedra Talley Ross - Portland Mercury

Support for local journalism and arts is crucial for Portland's community and culture.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

Good Morning, News: The Blazers Are Headed to Playoffs, AI Ruins a Legal Case, and Taxes Ruin Everyone's Day - Portland Mercury

Support for local journalism and arts is crucial for community engagement and information dissemination.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

Good Morning, News: Locals Push Back Against Zenith, Portland Fire Goes International, and Trump Has a Christ Complex - Portland Mercury

Portland Mercury promotes local journalism and arts, highlighting events like Pizza Week and local environmental advocacy against Zenith Energy.
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fromPortland Mercury
4 days ago

Where to Play Pickleball in Portland - Portland Mercury

Pickleball's popularity is rising in Portland, with numerous leagues and venues catering to all ages and skill levels.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Falsely charged with a crime, no way to fight it: inside Oregon's court crisis

Oregon faces a public defender shortage, causing significant delays and hardships for defendants awaiting legal representation.
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fromHigh Country News
4 days ago

Wildfires are torching state budgets - High Country News

Oregon implemented a new tax on nicotine pouches to fund wildfire reduction efforts after significant wildfire expenditures in 2024.
fromPortland Mercury
4 days ago

Untold: Jail Blazers Dunks on Portland - Portland Mercury

Wallace, Wells, and Stoudamire all agreed to be interviewed for the documentary, and each of them come across as varying degrees of likable. Wells presents himself as a mellowed-out middle-aged guy—a far cry from the firebrand who once declared that 'fans don't matter to us.'
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Baby on board: US woman gives birth on Delta flight

EMTs Tina Fritz and Caarin Powell responded to the emergency, quickly establishing that Blair was in labor and taking action to assist her during the flight.
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fromPortland Mercury
5 days ago

Good Morning, News: Central Catholic Walkout, Another Trump Assassination Attempt, and a Bad Blazers Weekend - Portland Mercury

Portland faces local protests over racism in schools and struggles in sports.
#fertile-ground-festival
#transportation
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fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

Portland Moves To Shake Up Transportation Funding With New Utility Fee - Portland Mercury

Portland City Council plans to implement a new transportation utility fee on utility bills to fund the transportation bureau.
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fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago

The (Somewhat) Amazing Race - Portland Mercury

A race was conducted to determine the fastest mode of transportation in Portland among various participants using different vehicles.
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fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago

The Mercury's JOYRIDE Issue Is Out Now! - Portland Mercury

Transportation is a vital aspect of life in Portland, covered in the April issue of the Mercury titled 'Joyride.'
#live-music
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fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

The Best Bang for Your Buck Events in Portland This Weekend: Apr 24-26, 2026 - Portland Mercury

Portland offers diverse weekend activities including live music, parades, and sports events.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

The Best Bang for Your Buck Events in Portland This Weekend: Apr 17-19, 2026 - Portland Mercury

Weekends offer various fun events including live music, art shows, and community activities in Portland.
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fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

The Best Bang for Your Buck Events in Portland This Weekend: Apr 24-26, 2026 - Portland Mercury

Portland offers diverse weekend activities including live music, parades, and sports events.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

The Best Bang for Your Buck Events in Portland This Weekend: Apr 17-19, 2026 - Portland Mercury

Weekends offer various fun events including live music, art shows, and community activities in Portland.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

WATCH: Terrifying Video Shows Monster Tornado Ripping Through Oklahoma

A tornado in Oklahoma caused significant damage, injuring at least 10 people but resulting in no fatalities.
fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

Council Grills City Administrators About Unbudgeted Housing Funds During First Oversight Hearing - Portland Mercury

"We're here on behalf of the people who put us here, and who need to know that their government is accountable to them, and that we, their representatives, will ask questions and investigate discrepancies on their behalf," said District 2 Councilor Sameer Kanal.
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fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

Good Morning, News: Senate Republicans Push ICE Funding, City Councilors Protest NDA Pressure, and More 'Will They Won't They' Ceasefire - Portland Mercury

Portland Public Schools faces a $50 million budget deficit, considering school closures and has received no emergency funding from state legislators.
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fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

Good Morning, News: Exotic Animal Abuser Pleads Guilty, Whistleblower Fired After Questioning ICE Contracts, and a Portlander's Horrific Trader Joe's Orange Juice Encounter - Portland Mercury

A Portland woman is suing Trader Joe's after finding a rubber glove tip in her orange juice, claiming health issues and seeking $10,000.
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fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

Who's Playing Portland Pride 2026? - Portland Mercury

Portland Pride parade in July features major entertainers and celebrates the LGBTQ2SIA+ community with a theme of 'Made with Pride.'
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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 week ago

That sense of connection is at the heart of what we do: Music makers in Bend and Corvallis * Oregon ArtsWatch

Clyde Thompson founded Central Oregon Mastersingers in 2005, which has grown into a cherished community choir celebrating its 20th anniversary.
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fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

Good Morning, News: Bye to Old MAX Trains, Lori Chavez-DeRemer Out as Labor Secretary, and Kash Patel Hasn't Heard of the Streisand Effect - Portland Mercury

Portland experiences cooler weather and rain, but Pizza Week brings excitement, alongside significant local news about transit and budget proposals.
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fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

Leaving the Station: TriMet Retires Its Oldest MAX Trains - Portland Mercury

TriMet's oldest MAX Type 1 trains are being retired after nearly 40 years of service due to maintenance and accessibility issues.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 week ago

DramaWatch: A blooming spring for Oregon theaters * Oregon ArtsWatch

The Glass Menagerie at Shaking the Tree Theatre is a graceful gift of a show that's so quietly beautiful, watching it is like sitting in a rose garden where the individual blossoms slowly unfold as you breathe in their subtle scent.
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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 week ago

Lush verdant exuberance: PSU Opera's fantastical woodland "Cosi fan tutte" * Oregon ArtsWatch

Portland State University's production of Così fan tutte features imaginative staging and elaborate sets, showcasing student talent in a semi-professional opera setting.
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fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

Good Morning, News: Trump Forced to Return $166B in Tariffs, Spurs Dunk on Blazers, and Robots Can Now Outrun You - Portland Mercury

Portland Mercury's Pizza Week returns with unique slices at 70 locations, each slice priced at $4.
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fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

The Mercury's Do This, Do That: Your Top Events for April 20-26 - Portland Mercury

Earth Day celebrations include a costume parade, Pizza Week with $4 slices, and the Oregon Book Awards ceremony.
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fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

YOUR SUNDAY READING LIST: Terrible Tats, Bad (Political) Actors, and Who's Paying Through the Nose for a New Moda? - Portland Mercury

Portland city leaders are hesitant to fund a refurbished Moda Center amid budget cuts and the Trail Blazers' commitment to stay.
#lloyd-center
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fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

Good Morning News! Lloyd Center To Close, Trail Blazers in the Playoffs, Pulp Fiction Prayers, Your $4K For War, New Tom Waits Anyone? - Portland Mercury

The Lloyd Center is closing permanently, prompting debates over redevelopment and community impact in Portland.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

Good Morning News! Lloyd Center To Close, Trail Blazers in the Playoffs, Pulp Fiction Prayers, Your $4K For War, New Tom Waits Anyone? - Portland Mercury

The Lloyd Center is closing permanently, prompting debates over redevelopment and community impact in Portland.
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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 weeks ago

Watch: Baker County citizens celebrate America's 250th birthday with Declaration of Independence recitation and beautiful video * Oregon ArtsWatch

Baker County celebrates America's 250th birthday with a video featuring community members reading the Declaration of Independence excerpts.
fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

Women's Treatment Center Announces Permanent Closure After Abruptly Halting Services - Portland Mercury

The closure saw 47 patients discharged in rapid fashion, some of which didn't have a stable place to transition to and relapsed immediately afterward.
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fromPortland Monthly
2 weeks ago

Property Watch: Another Spanish-Style House Steps from Forest Park

In 1904, Portland was abuzz with anticipation for the Lewis and Clark Centennial Exposition, leading to a surge in vendor interest and ambitious proposals for the event, including a toboggan slide and an observation tower.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

Good Morning, News: Jury Finds Live Nation a Harmful Monopoly, Oregon National Guard Members Headed to Middle East, and AI Val Kilmer Still Seems Bad - Portland Mercury

Portland's local news includes ethics complaints, weather updates, and military deployments.
#portland-trail-blazers
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fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

Should Portlanders Pay Hundreds of Millions for a Refurbished Moda Center? City Councilors Say "Not So Fast" - Portland Mercury

Oregon Legislature approved $365 million for Moda Center renovations, contingent on Blazers staying in Portland under new ownership.
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fromESPN.com
4 weeks ago

Blazers' Dundon to be 'more aggressive,' urges bigger goals

The Portland Trail Blazers' new owner aims to shift focus from developing young talent to prioritizing winning and success.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

Should Portlanders Pay Hundreds of Millions for a Refurbished Moda Center? City Councilors Say "Not So Fast" - Portland Mercury

Oregon Legislature approved $365 million for Moda Center renovations, contingent on Blazers staying in Portland under new ownership.
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fromESPN.com
4 weeks ago

Blazers' Dundon to be 'more aggressive,' urges bigger goals

The Portland Trail Blazers' new owner aims to shift focus from developing young talent to prioritizing winning and success.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

Ticket Alert: Sombr, The Strokes, and More Portland Events Going On Sale This Week - Portland Mercury

Artists from Coachella's lineup are touring soon, including Sombr, The Strokes, and Cavetown.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

FREE TICKETS THURSDAY: Sci-Fi Film Fest, Cut Worms, Wu Lyf, and MORE! - Portland Mercury

Portland's Mercury offers free tickets to various concerts and events as a thank you to readers.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 weeks ago

Introducing ArtsLink, a hub for posting and finding essential information * Oregon ArtsWatch

ArtsLink is envisioned as an essential community resource that aims to increase visibility, spur audience engagement, and strengthen the local arts and culture ecosystem.
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fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Be as Self-Righteous as Thoreau

Henry David Thoreau refused to pay a poll tax, believing it would legitimize a government that supported slavery.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 weeks ago

American Revolutionary War Memorial dedication ceremony activities announced * Oregon ArtsWatch

The dedication ceremony will begin with the first speaker at 1:30 p.m. and end with a 2:33 p.m. flyover by the West Coast Ravens that perform at air shows.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

Ethics Commission Fines Homelessness Influencer Over State Violations - Portland Mercury

Kevin Dahlgren violated state ethics law while working in homeless services, resulting in a $3,000 penalty for personal gain from client purchases.
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

An Amazon warehouse worker died on the job at Oregon facility | TechCrunch

We're deeply saddened by the passing of a member of our team, and our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with their loved ones during this difficult time. We've been in touch with his family and have provided resources to support them.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

Good Morning, News: Orban Loses, Blazers Win, and Pope Leo Isn't Scared of Pathetic Trump - Portland Mercury

Oregon's Republican gubernatorial primary is competitive, with online betting markets indicating Christine Drazan and Ed Diehl as frontrunners.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
3 weeks ago
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10 Questions: Oregon Historical Society's Kerry Tymchuk weighs in on state history, 250th anniversary issues * Oregon ArtsWatch

The 250th anniversary of the United States' founding is a significant opportunity for reflection and commemoration for all Americans.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

Good Morning, News: Orban Loses, Blazers Win, and Pope Leo Isn't Scared of Pathetic Trump - Portland Mercury

Oregon's Republican gubernatorial primary is competitive, with online betting markets indicating Christine Drazan and Ed Diehl as frontrunners.
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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
3 weeks ago

10 Questions: Oregon Historical Society's Kerry Tymchuk weighs in on state history, 250th anniversary issues * Oregon ArtsWatch

The 250th anniversary of the United States' founding is a significant opportunity for reflection and commemoration for all Americans.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

Advocates Reject Zenith Energy Investigation in Letter Delivered to Mayor's Office - Portland Mercury

Local environmental advocates express frustration with Mayor Wilson for not revoking Zenith Energy's land use credentials despite alleged violations.
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fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

YOUR SUNDAY READING LIST: Rehab Cruelty, Ritz Carlton to Pay Up, and the Shrimp Burger of Your Dreams - Portland Mercury

Substance abuse treatment center closure traumatizes patients; rent assistance is the top need among homeless residents.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
3 weeks ago

Special series: -Ism Storytellers, mixed race * Oregon ArtsWatch

In 2025, Dmae Lo Roberts embarked on a statewide storytelling experience focusing on personal stories from both artists and community members. These stories are a form of living oral history.
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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
3 weeks ago

CoHo: Clowning and a whole lot more * Oregon ArtsWatch

CoHo hasn't just survived, it has thrived and is ascending, and that is largely thanks to the foundation that Cuomo... laid with the young artists who have come up after him.
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fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago

Good Morning, News: Mercury Transportation Issue Drops and Broadway Bridge Reopens? In the Same Week? Curious. - Portland Mercury

A Northeast Portland drug treatment facility closed, affecting nearly 50 women, while local news covers transportation issues and a lawsuit against PacifiCorp.
#homelessness
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fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago

Good Morning, News! Money Helps With Poverty, We Portland Arts, Top "Hillbilly Elegy" Diplomat to Pakistan, ICE and Other Dumbass Trump News - Portland Mercury

Portland faces a homelessness crisis, with residents expressing a need for financial support to secure permanent housing.
fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago
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Study: Rent Assistance is the Most Requested Support Service Among Homeless Residents - Portland Mercury

A new report reveals 98% of homeless individuals in Portland want housing but fear losing it due to affordability issues.
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fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago

Good Morning, News! Money Helps With Poverty, We Portland Arts, Top "Hillbilly Elegy" Diplomat to Pakistan, ICE and Other Dumbass Trump News - Portland Mercury

Portland faces a homelessness crisis, with residents expressing a need for financial support to secure permanent housing.
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fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago

Study: Rent Assistance is the Most Requested Support Service Among Homeless Residents - Portland Mercury

A new report reveals 98% of homeless individuals in Portland want housing but fear losing it due to affordability issues.
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fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago

"Portland Nice" Is on Full Display in Carol Triffle's Latest Musical Comedy - Portland Mercury

Nice People satirizes performative niceness and racism through humor and conflict between two elderly sisters and a Mexican woman.
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

Magical Bridge spurs lawsuit

The entrapment was so severe that emergency responders, including fire department personnel, had to use forcible methods including hatchets to pry the carousel components to free (Odette's) hand.
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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
3 weeks ago

Remembering Steven Oshatz: "Marking the contours" * Oregon ArtsWatch

Oshatz worked on a monumental scale to represent underwater scenes, creating a full stage silk backdrop. He also designed hand painted silk waves that dancers moved across the stage.
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fromJezebel
3 weeks ago

Alabama City Is Taking a 62-Year-Old Grandmother to Trial for Wearing an Inflatable Penis Costume

Wearing a humorous costume at a protest can lead to police violence and legal consequences, as demonstrated by Renea Gamble's experience in Fairhope, Alabama.
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fromEater Portland
4 weeks ago

This Neighborhood Pub Serves Portland's Finest Reuben

Goose Hollow Inn is a historic pub in Portland known for its eclectic menu and vibrant atmosphere.
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fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

Bay Area TV station's chief meteorologist announces departure

Paul Heggen, chief meteorologist at KPIX-TV, is leaving the station after six years to move back East for a new job opportunity.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
4 weeks ago

A Portland Panorama of indie films * Oregon ArtsWatch

On May 2, 2025, arts and cultural organizations across the country received notifications that grants and funding promised by the National Endowment for the Arts were being rescinded. This was part of a larger initiative by the Trump Administration to dismantle not just the NEA, but also other arts advocacy programs including the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Institute for Museum and Library Services.
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fromFuncheap
4 weeks ago

Prescott Circus Showcase: Free Youth Circus Performance (Oakland)

The Prescott Circus Theatre showcases the extraordinary talents of Oakland youth in a spring performance featuring various circus acts.
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