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City contractors post sweep notifications for homeless encampments amid heat wave
As Portland experienced deadly, record-breaking heat in early July and hundreds flocked to emergency cooling shelters, the city ordered its private contractors to post over 120 homeless encampments with sweep notifications. Advocates say the city potentially put lives at risk by doing so, as the county medical examiner suspects the near-triple-digit heat killed at least six Multnomah County residents of undetermined housing statuses.
With smoke cleared, questions linger over Ross Island fire and its impact on Portland air quality, birds
Portland environmental advocates are renewing their calls on the R.B. Pamplin Corp. to transfer its remaining ownership of Ross Island to an entity they say can better protect and manage the island’s sensitive habitat in perpetuity. The latest push follows a three-alarm fire Saturday on the island, which sits...
'It’s useless': Parents of Portland's homeless respond to Multnomah County's planned deflection program
PORTLAND, Ore. — As a father, Tim Hattan spent years piecing together his daughter’s life. As a young girl, Michaela — who is now 30 years old, addicted to fentanyl and living on the streets of Portland — found her stride in an Oregon City horse arena.
Portland Trail Blazers' Josh Hart trade ages worse by the day
In 2023, the Portland Trail Blazers traded Josh Hart to the New York Knicks right before the NBA trade deadline. Roughly a year and a half later, the Blazers have nothing to show from the deal. Here is what Portland and general manager Joe Cronin received for Hart:. Josh Hart...
Commissioners approve burn ban for county
LA GRANDE — The Union County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously Monday, July 22, to immediately implement a countywide burning ban. Under the ban, which applies to areas outside incorporated areas in the county, no fires of any kind are allowed except agricultural field burning and gas or pellet barbecues. Nick Vora, the county's emergency manager, told the commissioners the possibility ...
Attorney General candidate visits county fair
Election Day is around the corner, and in an effort to connect with Columbia County voters, Oregon Attorney General candidate Will Lathrop took a trip to the Columbia County Fair & Rodeo. The July 18 visit was the fifth stop Lathrop has made in the county while on the campaign trail. Lathrop, a Republican, is running against Oregon Representative Dan Rayfield for the role of Oregon Attorney General. During his...
Pacific Power Uses Drones to Monitor Electrical Equipment in Rural Oregon
Portland, Ore., (July 24, 2024) Pacific Power will use commercial drones designed for powerline inspections to take photos of Pacific Power’s assets to assist in mitigation of wildfire conditions and to improve system resilience. The drones will help Pacific Power conduct a series of inspections on various transmission, distribution...
Blitzen Trapper is among inductees into Oregon Music Hall of Fame
The Oregon Music Hall of Fame has named its new class of inductees, led by Portland band Blitzen Trapper. The 17th annual ceremony will be held 7 p.m. Oct. 12 at Aladdin Theater. Other inductees include Laura Viers, Exploding Hearts, Tony Lash (Heatmiser), Jenny Conlee (The Decemberists), The Obituaries and more. “It's a real honor...
Life jackets recommended for stand up paddleboards
The Oregon State Marine Board is urging people operating stand up paddleboards (SUPs) on moving water (primarily rivers) to always wear a life jacket and never wear an ankle or leg leash designed for general flatwater use. “There’s an emerging trend when we look at the causes for fatalities in recent years where a person, otherwise well outfitted, died because their leash to the SUP became entangled in brush or other debris on area rivers,” said Brian Paulsen, Boating Safety Program Manager for the Marine...
Treasure hunter thinks he’s struck lucky while scouring beach – before finding ‘profoundly sad’ note buried in sand
A METAL DETECTORIST thought they'd struck gold while scouring the beach for treasure - but instead made a "profoundly sad" discovery. What was initially believed to be a special trinket found on a beach in Oregon, USA, turned out to be a jar containing the cremated remains along with a personal note.
Annual car show turns La Grande into auto museum
LA GRANDE — The annual Crazy Days Classic Car Show this past weekend transformed downtown La Grande into an auto museum and attracted about 500 visitors. The three-day show runs the third weekend in July and attracts retro car owners from Oregon, Washington and Idaho. One car enthusiast came from Colorado to participate in the event, hosted by Timber Cruisers Car Club of La Grande. ...
Nonprofit dedicated to Lake Oswego graduate who died of leukemia to hold fundraiser
After witnessing her daughter endure the challenges of a stem cell transplant, West Linn resident Deb Helgerson runs a nonprofit dedicated to helping others who are undergoing such procedures at Oregon Health & Sciences University. Teisha’s Place in North Portland is named after Helgerson’s daughter Teisha Helgerson, who grew up in Lake Oswego, graduated from Lake Oswego High School in 1987 and died of leukemia in 2011. The nonprofit offers care and lodging free of charge to patients undergoing a transplant at OHSU. It provides...
The Willamette River has a trash problem. Homeless camp removals could be making it worse
On a cloudy late May afternoon, Rebecca Van Zandt’s fishing line snagged on something, dragging beneath her canoe. “Am I stuck or do I got a fish? Nope, I’m stuck. That’s all right,” she said with a resigned shrug, settling back into the boat with her two dogs.
Prineville citizens honored after helping police officer in peril
In police work, facing danger is part of the job. Any particular shift, an officer could find his or herself at risk of injury or even death. Last year, 138 police officers died while on duty and another 80 have died so far in 2024. What is far less common is everyday citizens facing danger to help an officer in their time of need. Yet, that is exactly what two...
Gresham firefighters join Microwave Tower Wildfire defense as it threatens the Gorge
Gresham firefighters have joined the battle against the ever-growing Microwave Tower Wildfire, which sparked Monday, July 22, outside of Mosier. As of Wednesday morning, July 24, officials report the fire has grown to 704 acres. It continues to back down on a north-facing ridge along Interstate 84, just west of Mosier, causing travel disruptions and smokey conditions. The fire, which is of unknown origin, continues to creep closer to the...
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