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Oregon sees job growth, continued employment challenges
Oregon’s seasonally adjusted nonfarm payroll employment rose by 8,500 jobs in July, following a revised decline of 700 jobs in June, according to the Oregon Employment Department. Gains, losses July’s gains were largest in professional and business services (+2,300 jobs); health care and social assistance (+2,000); government (+1,800); and construction (+1,400). Declines in July were...
‘Blitzen Trapper’ among 2024’s 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 at 7 p.m., Saturday, October 12th, at the Brooklyn neighborhood’s Aladdin Theater – on S.E. Milwaukie Avenue, a half block south of Powell Boulevard. Other inductees include Laura Viers, Exploding Hearts, Tony Lash (Heatmiser), Jenny Conlee (The Decemberists), The Obituaries, and more. “It’s a...
Oregon Libertarians will appear on ballot despite Republican efforts to disqualify them
Libertarian candidates will appear on Oregon ballots in November, despite efforts from the state Republican party to disqualify Libertarians it feared would take votes from GOP candidates. State election officials have confirmed that seven Libertarian candidates for Congress and legislative races are qualified to run, despite correspondence the Secretary of...
'A lot of accidents': Concerns rise after deadly hit-and-run at busy Southeast Portland intersection
GRESHAM, Ore — Southeast 162nd and Stark Street is a busy intersection filled with people commuting on foot and by car. But some locals are expressing concerns about its safety. Louis Hanset, a nearby resident says he feels nervous while walking in the area. “It just seems like an...
Hurry Up and Eat... the Mercury's BURGER WEEK Ends TODAY! 🍔😋
We hope you're hungry, Portland—because the Mercury is presenting... Start salivating, because it’s time once again for humankind’s greatest celebration/accomplishment: The Mercury's Portland Burger Week! And this year, it's our BIGGEST Burger Week yet, because Portlanders have been feasting on delectable, original burgers from a record-breaking 88 LOCATIONS (!😮!)... and if that wasn’t great enough, each of those burgers can be had for a mere $8! Even better? Many places are serving vegan/veg and GF options this year! Holy cats... this is looking to be the best Burger Week yet!
Business Association hosts ‘Best of Brooklyn’ BBQ
Brooklyn Park on S.E. Milwaukie Avenue, a couple of blocks south of Powell, was the location for the 2024 “Best of Brooklyn” BBQ on the late Thursday afternoon and evening of Thursday, July 25. “Essentially, this is a street fair! But, instead of it being held in a street, we’re hosting it here in Brooklyn Park,” explained Greater Brooklyn Business Association (GBBA) President Melaney Dittler of “More Realty”. “The first 150 Brooklyn neighborhood residents to come by will get a free meal from the ‘Retrolicious’...
Blazers vs Blazers: Deandre Ayton vs Jusuf Nurkic
We are returning to our new offseason series Blazers vs Blazers with an intriguing, controversial matchup for our second installment. I’m talking about two Portland Trail Blazers centers who were traded for each other just a season ago: current Blazers center Deandre Ayton and current Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic, who played for Portland from 2017 to 2023.
Playing without gold-medal winners Sophia Smith, Sam Coffey, Portland Thorns lose 2-0 to Gotham
HARRISON, N.J. — Bolstered by the return of several of their gold-medal winners, Ella Stevens and Yazmeen Ryan scored goals to lead Gotham to a 2-0 home win against the Portland Thorns on Saturday in the National Women's Soccer League. Gotham struck early when Stevens flicked Bruninha's cross behind...
Police investigating unknown death, pedestrian fatality
Police are investigation two deaths in Portland, including one where the body is so decomposed they could not immediately tell if it was a man or woman. That investigation began at 12:58 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 25, when North Precinct officers responded to a call of a body found around the 10700 block of Northeast Fremont Street. Whenofficers arrived at the scene, they found a person who was deceased. “Due...
Subway restaurants slashing prices on footlong sandwiches for a limited time
There’s a new entry in the fast-food price wars. Subway is lowering the prices on its footlong sandwiches for a couple weeks. All footlong subs will be $6.99 starting Monday, Aug. 26. The promotion lasts until Sunday, Sept. 8. To get the deal, you’ll need to place your order on the Subway app or at subway.com using the promo code 699FL.
Lady Owls Open 2024 Season With 1-1 Draw at George Fox
NEWBERG, Ore. – Despite a commanding 18-4 edge in total shots, a late second half goal thwarted an Oregon Tech chance at a season opening victory, as the Lady Owls played George Fox to a 1-1 draw at the Austin Sports Complex. OIT (0-0-1) dominated the run of play...
Solis Goal, Stout Defense Leads Tech Past Fox, 1-0
NEWBERG, Ore. – Lennyn Solis slotted home a 1-on-1 counterattack late in the first half and the Oregon Tech defense made the goal stand, as the Hustlin’ Owls opened up the 2024 men’s soccer season with a 1-0 victory over George Fox at the Austin Sports Complex.
Oregon State Beavers vs. Idaho State Bengals sneak peek: Players to watch, stats, early betting odds
Oregon State and its first-year head coach Trent Bray kick off the 2024 season Saturday against Idaho State at 3:30 p.m. in Reser Stadium. Idaho State is coming off a 3-8 season, its best since 2019. The Beavers are looking for their fourth consecutive winning season. If you purchase a...
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