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Portland Winterhawks coach steps down after 13 years
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The Portland Winterhawks announced a pair of big organizational moves on Monday. Head coach Mike Johnston stepped down from his position after 13 years at the helm and will focus on his roles as the Winterhawks Team President and General Manager, signing a four-year extension for both positions. Johnston plans to […]
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. ...
61-year-old Salem man killed after being struck by car on State Street
SALEM, Ore. — Just before 10 a.m. Sunday, 911 callers reported a pedestrian had been struck by a vehicle on State Street near 47th Avenue SE in Salem. Marion County Sheriff's Office deputies and emergency medical services personnel responded to the scene. "Lifesaving efforts were attempted at the scene....
'The scariest thing': Parents demand action after 70 rounds fired next to preschool
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — A group of parents are horrified and asking for change after someone fired more than 70 rounds in the park next to their toddlers' preschool during pick-up time on Friday. These parents are now demanding action by city leaders, in fear that their school won't...
Harefest: Where the past meets the present - and it rocks
Arms raised to the sky, eyes closed, hips slowly swaying side to side, there was a nice vibe emanating from Sherry Hempstead as music filled the warm evening. The Portlander traveled to Canby with two of her 50-something girlfriends over the weekend to get lost in the music that defined their youth. At this year’s Harefest at the Clackamas County fairgrounds in Canby, this trio of ladies weren’t the only...
Payton Pritchard to host 2 youth basketball camps in West Linn, Camas
PORTLAND, Ore. — Former Oregon Duck, West Linn native and now Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard will be hosting two youth basketball camps across the Portland area beginning on July 30. Pritchard will be returning to Portland this summer after winning the NBA Finals with the Celtics this past...
Data Shows Shootings Remain Steady at Dawson Park as Mayor Offers Reassurances
In the wake of Friday’s widely publicized Dawson Park shooting, Mayor Ted Wheeler held a press conference today, flanked by top police brass, providing reassurances. “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,” he said. “The various policies and programs that we put into place, the funding that we’ve allocated towards reducing gun violence—it’s paying off.”
Car flipped upside down, driver trapped inside after crash with MAX in East Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. — A driver was rescued and hospitalized with "serious injuries" after a crash with a MAX train left their car flipped upside down on the tracks Sunday afternoon. Portland Fire & Rescue first reported they were responding to a car vs. MAX crash near 108th and E....
Readers respond: Lake Oswego should eliminate gas leaf blowers
Gas powered leaf blowers are horrible. We need to get rid of them. There are electric leaf blowers that work really well. If we use electric leaf blowers, this would lower the noise and eliminate the toxic fumes. At our home in the First Addition neighborhood, we are surrounded by...
$1,300 Rebates Up for Grabs: US Cities Incentivize E-Bike Adoption for Sustainable Transportation
Several U.S. cities, including Salt Lake City, St. Louis Park, and Portland, are offering up to $1,300 rebates for e-bike purchases to promote cleaner transportation and reduce traffic and pollution. Up to $1,300 E-Bike Rebates – Which U.S. Cities Are Offering Incentives for Cleaner Transportation? According to the report of Marca, some U.S. cities are […]
Police seek more information on 10th anniversary of teen's killing in SE Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. — On the 10th anniversary of a Portland teen's shooting death, the Portland Police Bureau is asking for anyone with information to finally come forward. The PPB says on Tuesday, July 22, 2014, officers responded to reports of a shooting at Southeast 57th Avenue and Southeast Harold Street shortly before 11 p.m.
Recent shootings cause concern amongst Portland residents
While the Portland Police Bureau continues to insist gun violence across the city is declining, residents in neighborhoods such as Eliot and Boise continue to insist not enough is being done to protect those communities.
Portland Pride Festival attendees weigh in on Biden's withdrawal from presidential race
PORTLAND, Ore. — At Portland's Pride Festival near the Waterfront Park on Sunday, attendees were quick to react to President Joe Biden’s announcement that he would be ending his 2024 presidential re-election bid and withdrawing from the race. "I suspected it was going to happen,” said Portland resident...
Winterhawks announce coaching change; Johnston to remain in front office
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - The Portland Winterhawks announced Monday that longtime assistant Kyle Gustafson will become the sixth head coach in franchise history, while Mike Johnston has signed an extension to remain the team’s president and general manager. Gustafson, a Portland native, has been an assistant coach for the...
Docusign co-founder launches firm to help entrepreneurs improve their odds of success
Court Lorenzini, a technology industry veteran who co-founded e-signature giant Docusign and three other companies, is launching a new endeavor called Founder Nexus that wants to help entrepreneurs supercharge their businesses. It’s the latest effort targeting startups with community-based offerings and other related services. Foundations in Seattle and Vanport in...
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. ...
Portland’s extreme heat wave ends after three weeks, NWS confirms
Portland experienced a 19-day heat wave, with temperatures remaining above average for 18 days in a row, and is expected to remain cooler for the next few days before returning to summer heat later in the week.
Culturally competent care benefits: Reducing health disparities and patient-centered care examples
AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians, residents, medical students and patients. From private practice and health system leaders to scientists and public health officials, hear from the experts in medicine on COVID-19, medical education, advocacy issues, burnout, vaccines and more. Featured topic...
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