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Attend National Night Out celebrations in Lake Oswego
Dozens of streets in Lake Oswego will host National Night Out celebrations from 5-9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6. National Night Out is meant to promote public safety and community partnerships. Celebrations may include barbecues, potlucks, music and games as well as visits from Lake Oswego police and fire, the Adult Community Center bus and the library’s ROVER program. The registration deadline for the event is Tuesday, July 30 and the city has received registrations from 41 community members who are hosting events as of Tuesday, July 23. “Enjoy this great opportunity to get to know your neighbors and amazing City staff, plus have fun!” the city website reads.
Women in HVACR Board Shows Commitment to Advancing Women in the Trades
Women in HVACR (WHVACR), a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration trades, wants to lead by example, and its 13-member board of directors showcases how women have advanced in the skilled trades industry since the group’s inception in 2002. “This board...
Adventist Health heart center renamed
Portland, Ore.-based Northwest Regional Heart and Vascular has been renamed Adventist Health Northwest Heart Center. The new name more accurately reflects the center's affiliation with the Adventist Health Oregon State Network, according to a July 24 news release from Adventist Health. Outside of Portland, the heart center has locations in...
Ducklings rescued from storm drain near Pringle Creek
A Salem Health employee and a Salem wastewater flow monitoring crew came to the rescue of six ducklings Monday morning. Jodi Luckenbill, a patient access specialist for Salem Health, was taking a walk on her morning break when she spotted a "frantic" Mallard duck and a duckling circling a storm drain on Bellevue...
Tuesday Night Futsal Provides Weekly Street Soccer Games at King Elementary School
People from all walks gather at the futsal courts at King Elementary School (4906 NE 6th Ave.) every Tuesday night to play street soccer until the sun goes down. Organized by Street Soccer USA’s Portland chapter in partnership with Laundry PDX, a vintage teamwear store on Northeast Alberta Street, Tuesday Night Futsal (instagram.com/streetsoccerpdx) sessions run until the end of the summer. It’s five-on-five futsal (think basketball, but with your feet), and the team that wins gets to stay on the court and play again. It’s free to play or watch, and there are teams playing on two courts. The evenings have become heavily attended, with some nights seeing 30 to 40 people come out to play.
Portland favorite Nico’s Ice Cream is expanding to California
From the moment you step into Nico’s Ice Cream on Northeast Killingsworth Street, you’re embraced by the sense of community that owner Nico Vergara has crafted. A cartoon logo with a smiling cup of ice cream and a neon sign decorate the store. The sign reads “rica y deliciosa” — tasty and delicious — a promise fulfilled by every item on the menu, all listed in Spanish and English.
Good start: Hops take first of six games with Canadians
The Hops may have only scored in a single inning, but they made the most of it in a 4-2 win in their series-opener with Vancouver on Tuesday night, July 23, at Hillsboro Ballpark. Hillsboro parlayed a couple singles, a double, a triple and a Junior Franco sacrifice fly into four third-inning runs, then rode the arms of starting pitcher Logan Clayton, along with relievers Alec Baker and Yordin Chalas to a victory over visiting Vancouver. ...
Nine most expensive homes sold in Lake Oswego, July 15-21
A house that sold for $5.5 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Lake Oswego in the past week. In total, nine residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $1.7 million, or $736 per square foot.
Woman attacked by dogs near homeless camp still fighting for her life in ICU
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — A Portland mother of two is still fighting for her life a week after a random and brutal attack from a pack of dogs while on a walk. Police say the attack occurred near a homeless camp in North Portland. Mytoka Petry, 47, lost an...
Local area para-athlete Dennis Connors has turned tragedy into triumph in his life beyond the armed forces
Beaverton’s Dennis Connors has a unique story, but at the same time he doesn’t. The former Marine and war veteran has lingering effects from his time defending our country, and further effects from a stroke he suffered four years ago. But while still coping with the sadly common residuals from an experience many can’t relate, along with the tragic results of a compromising health scare, the 39-year-old has made the most of his circumstances, much of which he attributes to a sport that’s now taking him to Paris for the upcoming Paralympic Games.
TravisMathew clothing opens first store in Oregon at Washington Square mall
TravisMathew, an upscale men’s and women’s lifestyle store from Huntington Beach, California, opened its first Oregon store in Washington Square mall on Monday, July 22. Founded in 2007, the store distinguishes itself as drawing inspiration from “laid-back living and the idea that comfort and style should always go hand in hand.” The opening marks the 54th brick-and-mortar store for the company, which offers dress-up, dress-down and active-wear styles of clothing. ...
WATCH: Llamas Roaming Around Airport West of the Gem State
Anxiety and stress overwhelm many of us, and everybody has different ways of dealing with it. For some, they need a day off work to rest and escape society, while others may need therapy, medication, or other treatments. Some face their anxiety and stress head on and try to treat it, while others are in denial and try to escape it and hide it. One common way that has helped handle these diseases is by finding an emotional support animal to help calm them and deal with the anxiety that life throws their way. Recently, someone took their emotional support animal to the airport, and it wasn't one that you would expect to see roaming around the airport.
Funeral Mass date set for longtime Salem lawmaker Peter Courtney
The funeral Mass for longtime Oregon lawmaker Peter Courtney will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 30, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Mt. Angel. Courtney died July 16 from cancer-related complications at his Salem home less than two years after retiring from the Oregon Senate. He was 81, with nearly half of his life dedicated to public service, first with the the Salem City Council and then the Oregon Legislature. ...
Portland Community Demands Action After Drive-By Shooting Releases 70 Rounds Near Montessori School
Portland's Dawson Park, a site of repeated gun violence, became the focal point once again after a drive-by shooter unleashed over 70 rounds during preschool pickup last Friday, as confirmed by the Portland Police Bureau. In response to community outcry, Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler and Police Chief Bob Day addressed the surge in violence, with Wheeler declaring an optimistic view of the city's gun violence reduction, stating, "While it may ring hollow right now, it’s important to note that the city’s gun violence is showing significant improvement year over year," during a news conference reported by FOX 28 Savannah. However, the shooting's proximity to the Arc-En-Ciel Montessori School raised serious concerns from parents about the safety of their children, with one parent noting the fear that "stray bullets could end up in our children’s classroom at any time," as told to KOIN 6 News.
Curbside Serenade Keeps Portlanders Laughing, Dancing, and Singing in Laurelhurst Park
Music fills Laurelhurst Park on a Thursday night. The grass field is packed with families and couples on picnic blankets; dogs and toddlers run around. Curbside Serenade (Southeast César E. Chávez Boulevard and Stark Street, curbsideserenade.org) is putting on a show that’s getting everyone laughing, dancing and singing.
Guest Column: Former President Trump survives assassination attempt
State Representative Court Boice returned to his Salem Office from Gold Beach around 2:30 PM today. Rep. Boice stated, “It felt like my heart stopped as the news exploded. I challenge everyone - now is the time for all Americans to come together, denounce political violence, and pray for a quick Donald Trump recovery. This tremendously sad day reminds me of the attempt and near death of U.S. Congressman Steve Scalise. A gunman who simply wanted to kill all Republicans that day on a D.C. baseball field. I ask everyone to pray for our country, our leaders and that these...
Hillsboro History Featured At Tuesday Night Market Tonight & Promotion Of The Hillsboro Argus Digitization Project
Visitors can check out some Hillsboro history tonight at the Tuesday Night Market! The Hillsboro Historical Society is hosting a booth at the Tom Hughes Civic Plaza where historical photos will be displayed, and members will be present to talk about all things Hillsboro history! There will also be walking tour maps, artifacts, and actual volumes of the famous Hillsboro Argus newspapers. You can stop in and relive the best moments from the 1950s and 1960s, as reported by the writers and editors of the most outstanding community paper to ever exist in Oregon.
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