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fromPortland Mercury
4 hours 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.
NYC music
fromPortland Mercury
4 hours ago

The Mercury's Do This, Do That: Your Top Events for April 13-19 - Portland Mercury

Spring events include film screenings, a birthday celebration for John Waters, and free Latin dance lessons.
Design
fromArchDaily
17 hours ago

Elevated Infrastructure and Public Space: Reclaiming the Ground Below

Elevation creates secondary spaces beneath infrastructure that are often underutilized and informally occupied.
#buffalo
fromAol
10 hours ago
NYC food

New York's Once-Thriving Powerhouse Is Reshaping With Revitalized Neighborhoods, Waterways, And Local Flavor

fromIslands
10 hours ago
NYC food

New York's Once-Thriving Powerhouse Is Reshaping With Revitalized Neighborhoods, Waterways, And Local Flavor - Islands

NYC food
fromAol
10 hours ago

New York's Once-Thriving Powerhouse Is Reshaping With Revitalized Neighborhoods, Waterways, And Local Flavor

Buffalo is an underrated city with a rich history, vibrant neighborhoods, and a renowned food scene, particularly known for its buffalo wings.
NYC food
fromIslands
10 hours ago

New York's Once-Thriving Powerhouse Is Reshaping With Revitalized Neighborhoods, Waterways, And Local Flavor - Islands

Buffalo is an underrated city with a rich history, vibrant neighborhoods, and a renowned food scene, currently experiencing a resurgence.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
9 hours ago

This Week: Seismic Tour, Regional Measure, Car-Free Happy Hour - Streetsblog San Francisco

A variety of community events focused on safety, transportation, and family activities are scheduled this week in San Francisco and surrounding areas.
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 hours ago

Friday Harbor adds Schilling, Stayton to bolster lender-facing teams

Kate Schilling, with over 13 years of mortgage experience, will lead sales efforts at Friday Harbor, focusing on enhancing lender relationships and technology adoption.
Real estate
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
10 hours ago

This City Just Ranked the Most Colorful in the U.S. for Its Pastel Streets, Neon Nightlife, and Vibrant Historic Charm

New Orleans ranks as the most colorful city in the U.S. and ninth worldwide according to JustCover's vibrancy score.
#east-bay
East Bay food
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 hours ago

New smoothie spot on Park Blvd; Tay Ho open despite break-in

Nosh reports on East Bay restaurant openings and closings, highlighting a new smoothie spot and the resilience of Tay Ho after a burglary attempt.
fromThe Oaklandside
5 hours ago
East Bay (California)

New smoothie spot on Park Blvd; Tay Ho open despite break-in

Nosh provides updates on restaurant openings and closings in the East Bay food scene.
East Bay food
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 hours ago

New smoothie spot on Park Blvd; Tay Ho open despite break-in

Nosh reports on East Bay restaurant openings and closings, highlighting a new smoothie spot and the resilience of Tay Ho after a burglary attempt.
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
11 hours ago

Datacentre developers tout benefits to local communities, but do they deliver? | Computer Weekly

Datacentre developments are causing challenges for local businesses, raising concerns about energy consumption and community impact despite potential local benefits.
Coffee
fromABC7 Los Angeles
9 hours ago

Repair Cafe brings together neighbors with broken items and the experts to fix them

Royersford Baptist Church hosts a community repair event where local experts help fix broken household items, promoting sustainability and neighborly support.
#architecture
Design
fromDesign Milk
2 weeks ago

Powell's Headquarters Showcases the Firm and Local Makers

Powell's headquarters exemplifies a contemporary workspace that integrates architecture, design, and construction, showcasing their capabilities to clients.
fromEntrepreneur
12 hours ago

This Major US City Will Pay You $15,000 to Move There

The MoveDetroit coalition launched 'Make Detroit Home,' offering up to $15,000 to entrepreneurs, creatives and small business owners willing to relocate. Over 300 participants will split more than $500,000 in benefits covering home down payments, renovations, rent, or business expenses.
Boston real estate
fromThe Walrus
14 hours ago

I Bought a House and Became Part of the Problem | The Walrus

I never expected to own a home. I wasn't born into generational wealth. I grew up poor. There was-and is-no big family inheritance coming my way. Not property. Not cash. Not stocks or bonds or whatever financial instrument one might trade or sell or leverage to join the landed class.
Canada news
Remote teams
fromForbes
1 day ago

6 U.S. Cities That Will Pay You To Move There In 2026

Cities are offering cash incentives and relocation packages to attract remote workers and digital nomads.
#san-francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago
Mission District

SF gives $3.3 million to residents, nonprofits with projects to beautify the city: Here's a list

San Francisco is allocating $3.3 million for community beautification projects through the Community Challenge Grant program.
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 hours ago
San Francisco

Community battles to save San Francisco's beloved family block-party program 'Sunday Streets'

San Francisco's budget shortfall threatens the funding of the popular 'Sunday Streets' program, prompting community fundraising efforts.
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

SF gives $3.3 million to residents, nonprofits with projects to beautify the city: Here's a list

San Francisco is allocating $3.3 million for community beautification projects through the Community Challenge Grant program.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 hours ago

Community battles to save San Francisco's beloved family block-party program 'Sunday Streets'

San Francisco's budget shortfall threatens the funding of the popular 'Sunday Streets' program, prompting community fundraising efforts.
#portland
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
4 days 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.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
3 days 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
Portland food

One Step Forward, Two Steps Back: Portland Indie Music Venues Need Support

Portland's independent live music venues face closures and changes due to economic challenges, pandemic effects, and shifting audience behaviors.
Portland food
fromPortland Mercury
3 days ago

The Best Bang for Your Buck Events in Portland This Weekend: Apr 10-12, 2026 - Portland Mercury

Weekend events in the US include Alley Sweeper, The Ladds 500, Magnolia Festival, and Cherry Blossom Bazaar.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
4 days 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.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
3 days 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.
Portland food
fromPortland Mercury
3 weeks ago

One Step Forward, Two Steps Back: Portland Indie Music Venues Need Support

Portland's independent live music venues face closures and changes due to economic challenges, pandemic effects, and shifting audience behaviors.
Arts
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
3 days ago

Salem Paper Arts Fair celebrates love of all things paper, followed by a 'Bridgerton' ball * Oregon ArtsWatch

The first annual Salem Paper Arts Fair celebrates paper arts and literature on April 18, featuring independent artists and a Booklover's Ball.
Berlin
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

SF's Unique "Startup Art Fair" Takeover of an Entire 1950s Motor Lodge (April 17-19)

Independent artists will showcase their work in a boutique hotel, creating a casual pop-up gallery experience from April 17-19, 2026.
London music
fromPortland Mercury
3 days ago

Spin Cycle: The Portland Mercury's Album Review Column

Live music creates an unmatched experience of social connection and artistic engagement, as exemplified by performances at the Get Down venue.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
4 days ago

The Oceanwide Plaza saga: Sean Burton's Cityview becomes backup for graffiti-covered eyesore

Oceanwide Plaza's $470 million offer faces challenges in bankruptcy court amid a competing all-cash offer from a foreign investment group.
Los Angeles
fromSoccer News
3 days ago

Portland Timbers v Los Angeles FC: Surman insists results will come - Soccer News

Portland Timbers defender Finn Surman believes the team will improve as they stay united despite a challenging start to the season.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
5 days ago

Sink your teeth into it: An interview with Kenji Bunch and Greg Ewer * Oregon ArtsWatch

Greg has been perhaps my biggest supporter of this project since it started. Greg commissioned the first batch of duos. A while back, he asked me how close I was to getting the first half of them done because I'd always talked about doing two volumes, a book one and book two of the forty-four duos, the way Bartók has them in two volumes.
Berlin music
fromBrooklyn Paper
4 days ago

Brooklyn Creative Reuse opens brick-and-mortar shop in Sunset Park * Brooklyn Paper

"We accept anything that could be used in some sort of creative way, so it's very open."
Brooklyn
Philosophy
fromApaonline
5 days ago

Promoting Civic Friendship: The Transformative Power of Public Spaces

The neighborhood in Lisbon faces challenges due to population growth, infrastructure strain, and a need for community-driven solutions like SAAL.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 week ago

MusicWatch Monthly: Any actual existence * Oregon ArtsWatch

Chris Thomas, a notable composer, has created music that resonates with the styles of John Williams and Danny Elfman, particularly in his theme park compositions.
Music production
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 days 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.
Portland
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
21 hours ago

Monday's Headlines: A Century of Days Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani's 100th day in office included commitments to waste containerization and a city-owned grocery store, while addressing misconceptions about his governance style.
#seattle
Portland food
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

The Best Foods At Seattle's Pro Sports Stadiums - Tasting Table

Seattle sports stadiums offer unique and high-quality food options, setting them apart from typical ballpark fare.
Washington DC
fromTravel + Leisure
3 days ago

The Best and Worst Times to Visit Seattle, According to Locals

Seattle offers diverse outdoor activities year-round, with each season providing unique experiences for visitors.
Portland food
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

The Best Foods At Seattle's Pro Sports Stadiums - Tasting Table

Seattle sports stadiums offer unique and high-quality food options, setting them apart from typical ballpark fare.
Washington DC
fromTravel + Leisure
3 days ago

The Best and Worst Times to Visit Seattle, According to Locals

Seattle offers diverse outdoor activities year-round, with each season providing unique experiences for visitors.
Renovation
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 days ago

Changes Underway at Jane Warner Plaza - San Francisco Bay Times

Jane Warner Plaza is undergoing renovations, including the removal of The Seed sculpture and the installation of new furniture and landscaping.
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Commentary: On the blight side, a stroll around City Hall provokes the question: Can't we do better?

The Frank Putnam Flint fountain symbolizes neglect and failed leadership in Los Angeles, raising concerns about city maintenance and public space care.
fromMission Local
3 days ago

Photos: Bayview-Hunters Point in black-and-white

C.C. Chatman offered a personal touch to the community by inviting me to her home for a meal, saying, 'Tell me what you want to eat.' Her pork chops and sides rivaled anything from my hometown of New Orleans.
East Bay food
#art
New York City
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Empty building in Chelsea caught fire, FDNY says

Firefighters extinguished a fire in an empty Manhattan apartment building, with two firefighters hospitalized for minor injuries.
Portland food
fromPortland Mercury
4 days ago

Coming April 20: The Delicious Fun of the Mercury's PIZZA WEEK! - Portland Mercury

Portland Mercury's Pizza Week runs from April 20-26, featuring unique slices for $4 and whole pies for $25 at 70 locations.
Renovation
fromPortland Monthly
3 days ago

Property Watch: An Austenian Estate Delights in Color and Wallpaper

The house features historic architecture, whimsical design, and original elements, making it a unique property reminiscent of a Jane Austen novel.
San Francisco
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

The Embarcadero Freeway: Elevated Infrastructure and Urban Regeneration in San Francisco

Cities are demolishing elevated concrete freeways to create parks and enhance urban regeneration.
Mission District
fromKqed
4 days ago

Cambrian Park Plaza, A Beloved San Jose Strip Mall, Awaits a New Future | KQED

Cambrian Park Plaza is a unique shopping area with a rich history, currently facing redevelopment.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
1 day 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.
Portland food
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 days ago

San Jose eyes reviving outdoor dining program - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose councilmembers are pushing to revive and make the Al Fresco outdoor dining program permanent to reduce regulatory barriers for businesses.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
4 days ago

Sunset Dunes One Year Out: They Built It, and People Came - Streetsblog San Francisco

Sunset Dunes park celebrates its one-year anniversary with over 1.7 million visitors, boosting local businesses and enhancing community engagement.
#transportation
fromPortland Mercury
4 days ago
Portland

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.
fromPortland Mercury
4 days ago
Portland

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.'
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
4 days 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.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
4 days 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.'
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
6 days ago

How To Push A Livable Streets Project Forward - Even in the Era of Federal Clawbacks - Streetsblog USA

Christopher Coes is leading AmericaFWD to advance sustainable transportation projects in U.S. communities, especially those affected by funding cuts.
LA real estate
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

The building code rule that lets Seattle turn forgotten lots into housing

Matthew Flaherty advocates for affordable, transit-friendly housing while addressing tensions between fire safety and urban density in Los Angeles.
Relationships
fromPortland Monthly
3 weeks ago

From the Editor: Building Community Isn't Always Fun. Do It Anyway.

Proximity-based community organizing builds solidarity across differences through sustained engagement and shared material goals, fostering understanding that transcends initial disagreements.
fromPortland Mercury
4 days ago

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

"Collectively, the findings from this report paint a picture of people experiencing homelessness who know what they need to obtain and maintain permanent housing."
Portland
NYC real estate
fromPortland Monthly
1 month ago

This Historic Nob Hill Condo Has a Fresh New Look

The American Apartment Building, constructed in 1911 on Nob Hill, exemplifies the neighborhood's transformation from mansions to modern apartment complexes driven by the Lewis and Clark Exposition and streetcar expansion.
fromPortland Mercury
4 days ago

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

Win two tickets to OMSI's newest exhibition, TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition, opening March 21! Explore more than 100 real artifacts recovered from the ocean floor, and learn about life aboard the Titanic and the deeply human stories behind one of history's most enduring legends.
Portland
Remodel
fromPortland Monthly
1 month ago

Multnomah County Retrofits Its Libraries for the People

The renovated Albina Library transforms from a historic building into a multipurpose community hub offering ESL classes, maker spaces, teen areas, and cultural programming beyond traditional book lending.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
4 days 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.
fromPortland Monthly
1 month ago

Four Portlanders Explain Why Gathering Matters in 2026

I'm a relationship therapist because I really struggled in relationships. I didn't understand that vulnerability was a prerequisite for bonding. It was such a relieving awakening to realize that's where I would be loved the most: putting [my] worst foot forward. I think the kids call it full goblin mode. That really is it.
Public health
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
6 days 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.
Portland
fromPortland Monthly
1 week ago

Property Watch: Historic Tabor Storefront with Modern Apartment Above

Built in 1913, the building calls back to the city's early development, much like the commercial clusters just a block or few long that are nestled in so many neighborhoods.
Portland
Pets
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

Circles Of Life

Created a backyard habitat attracting diverse birds, managed predators and pests, and faced challenges with aggressive squirrels, a hawk, and neighborhood cats.
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago

So, we're still doing this, huh?

This whole "talk about politics on the internet" as if it makes a difference thing? We're still doing this? We think the things we say on the internet matter to literally anyone? We think if we craft the perfect anti-Trump argument, maybe one person will change their mind? I mean listen, go ahead. I'm not saying you shouldn't do it. I'm just saying it's worse than internet porn.
US politics
Mental health
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago

The god damn grind

Severe personal crisis led to loss and manic behavior, prompting friends' concern and distancing; recovery followed and now the person seeks limited, occasional reconnection.
Women
fromPortland Monthly
1 month ago

Hot Takes on Portland's Latest News

Oregon is experiencing major cultural and energy developments, from expansion of women's sports and performing arts to advancing geothermal research and infrastructure repairs.
Portland
fromPortland Monthly
2 weeks ago

An Architect-Designed Midcentury in the Forest Park Neighborhood

Forest Park is a significant urban forest in Portland, with notable architecture in the surrounding neighborhood, including a midcentury house designed by Walter Hagestad.
US politics
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 months ago

Oregon carves its own path in 2026's America 250 anniversary celebration * Oregon ArtsWatch

President Trump seeks a traditional patriotic 250th anniversary and pushes restrictions on teaching difficult U.S. history; Oregon cultural organizations plan inclusive, critical commemorations.
Portland
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

This Oregon City Is One of the Top Places to Live in the West

Beaverton, Oregon ranks as the second best place to live in the West for 2026, highlighting its environmental commitment and quality of life.
Arts
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

Art Snack: Mother Foucault's Nonprofit to Buy Building, 2026 World Naked Bike Ride Date, and RIP Sheridan Fruit

Buy takeout and support local arts businesses; Mother Foucault's bookshop is purchasing its building through nonprofit fundraising; World Naked Bike Ride is a large protest.
fromPortland Monthly
1 month ago

Property Watch: A SW Portland Craftsman Returns to Its Roots

Schacht, originally born in Germany and educated in Europe, moved to Portland in 1883 after the German government claimed his Hamburg home via eminent domain, and he decided to move as far away as possible. While his work over his four-decade career spanned a variety of architectural styles, it has been noted that after 1900, he was "among the first Arts and Crafts-influenced architects to practice west of the Rocky Mountains."
Renovation
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
4 weeks ago

YOUR SUNDAY READING LIST: It's Dame Time... for a New Bar, How to Combat "Portland Nice," and Welcome to Spring (Arts)

The Mercury's weekly roundup features investigations into labor influence on city politics, cultural commentary on performative activism, spring arts programming, queer theater, a celebrity sports bar opening, and local trivia.
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

THE BLACK BYLINE: Your Guide to "Portland Nice"-And How to Avoid It

The initial offense could have maintained a shield of plausible deniability- dismissed as an unfortunate use of a common phrase between people when having a misunderstanding. Instead the Duolingo-style apology, in which Nolan noted that they "disrespected [his] heritage," read as cringeworthy; becoming a case study in a common affliction that befalls my hometown-called "Portland Nice™."
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

The Save Lloyd Campaign Wants Some Say in What Happens to Lloyd Center Mall

Urban Renaissance, the real estate development group that partly owns the mall, has a vision for what comes after demolition. The group's Lloyd Center Central City Master Plan wipes the venerable mall from the map in favor of development that will be familiar to most Portlanders: an intersecting street grid with green space and mixed-used architecture.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

Update: Portland Design Commission Unanimously Accepts Revised Master Plan for the Lloyd Center Mall

A mind numbing amount of thought has gone into this on the part of the PPD, our bureaus, and the applicant. The transformation of the area from a less than penetrable megablock to an area with permeability represents significant urban planning progress, with potential for thousands of new housing units in the redeveloped space.
Portland
Portland
fromPortland Monthly
1 month ago

The Lloyd Center's Hangout Era, in Photos

Lloyd Center mall transforms from retail destination to mixed-use neighborhood through demolition and redevelopment, replacing corporate chains with indie shops and cultural venues.
Portland
fromPortland Monthly
1 month ago

Where to Eat, Drink, and Shop on Clinton and Division

SE Division has transformed from a residential neighborhood into a culinary and commercial destination over 20 years, anchored by iconic restaurants like Pok Pok while maintaining its core residential character.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

Mayor's Roundtable Aims to Reinvigorate Central City, With or Without Key Stakeholders

Portland's Central City Roundtable, a public-private partnership formed from Governor Kotek's task force recommendations, aims to revitalize downtown through increased foot traffic, office workers, housing development, and enhanced daytime services.
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