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Sisters Coffee Company Roasts Up Friends Blend to Support Friends of the Children
Sisters Coffee Company, which has focused on creating an authentic coffee experience since its founding in 1989, is teaming up with a longtime community partner on a one-of-a-kind coffee that will help raise important funds for youth in Central Oregon and Portland. As part of its Grow Together community engagement...
Rotary concert returns to Town Center Park
The Rotary Club of Wilsonville held its first summer concert of the season in Town Center Park on Thursday, July 18. Sharing the park with the Wilsonville Farmers Market, the concert featured Johnny Limbo and the Lugnuts and was opened by the Crescendo Skye Duo.
Portland Winterhawks’ Mike Johnston steps down as head coach, will focus on front office duties
Portland Winterhawks head coach Mike Johnston has stepped down as head coach of the team after 13 seasons, the team announced Monday. Longtime assistant coach Kyle Gustafson will take over as head coach. Johnston will focus on his front office duties as team president and general manager after signing a...
See all homes sold in NW Portland, July 15 to July 21
The following is a listing of all home transfers in NW Portland reported from July 15 to July 21. There were 5 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,280-square-foot home on Northwest Westover Road in Portland that sold for $575,000.
Debate over street plaza revolves around costs and public benefits, PBOT says
Last week we shared a story about how the owner of Mayfly Taproom in Kenton was alarmed because the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) wanted to re-open the plaza in front of his business to car drivers. PBOT has said Fenwick Plaza doesn’t fit their vision for a neighborhood public street space and would have to be removed this fall. But now the city might reconsider that position based on community feedback and the issue has sparked a robust conversation about public plazas and who they serve.
Hops Weekly: Hillsboro takes two-of-three games with Everett after All-Star Break
In the wake of a dismal series with last place Tri-City, the Hops turned things around post-All-Star Break, taking two-of-three games on the road in Everett. Hillsboro won the first two games on Friday and Saturday, then lost a heartbreaking extra-inning affair with the home AquaSox on Sunday afternoon before heading back to Hillsboro to prep for their upcoming home series with second place Vancouver. The Hops were solid both...
Singled Out: Forty Feet Tall's Isochronism
Portland, Oregon rockers Forty Feet Tall just released their new single "Isochronism" along with a trippy video and video and to celebrate we asked them to tell us about the track. Here is the story:. The last couple of months leading up to writing this song, we'd been listening to...
'The scariest thing': Parents demand action after 80+ rounds fired next to preschool
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — A group of parents are horrified and asking for change after someone fired more than 80 rounds in the park next to their toddlers' preschool during pickup time on Friday. These parents are now demanding action by city leaders, in fear that their school won't...
Trail Blazers’ Donovan Clingan named second-team All-Summer League
Portland Trail Blazers rookie center Donovan Clingan has been named second-team All-Summer League. The 7-foot-2 Clingan, chosen seventh overall during June’s NBA draft, averaged 9.0 points and led the league with 12.3 rebounds and 4.3 blocked shots per game. If you purchase a product or register for an account...
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. ...
Tigard's Empresarios Night Market to feature Latino vendors, food and performers Friday
More than 20 local vendors are expected to show up for Tigard’s Empresarios Night Market set for Friday, July 26, at Universal Plaza. The event, presented by the city of Tigard, will showcase the spirit of the Latino community with retail offerings, food and performers. Festivities run from 4 to 9 p.m. at the plaza, 9100 Burnham St. ...
Silverton opens new $20 million city hall and police station without raising taxes
The only thing missing from Silverton’s new city hall and police station is the trash cans. After nearly a decade in planning and development, the 26,000 square foot, $20 million building located at 401 North Water St. is open for business. The city was able to build the new...
The Times recognized by Oregon news association for outstanding coverage
The results are in, and writers for The News-Times were showered with honors for their work in 2023. The Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association presented the awards in its Better Newspaper Contest on Thursday, July 18, at Eagle Crest Resort in Redmond. The Times staff was awarded a total of 12 awards for their coverage of Beaverton, Tigard, Tualatin and Sherwood. Veteran Times reporter Ray Pitz was honored with first place...
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