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Stark Street Bridge repairs to cause lane delays beginning Oct. 8
The ongoing repairs to Stark Street Bridge, which has had a myriad of structural woes headlined by a collapsed stone support wall, will lead to some lane closures spilling out onto the Historic Columbia River Highway this week. The roadway will see closures and flaggers beginning Tuesday, Oct. 8, for geotechnical investigations of the highway. The work will continue during daytime hours, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., through Thursday, Oct. 10. Crews are studying the rocks and soil beneath the historic roadway’s surface to ensure there isn’t the risk of further collapses or damage. Multnomah County is continuing to work with a contractor to design emergency repairs needed to reopen Stark Street Bridge. It is expected to remain closed for several months.
Safety Briefs: Gresham Fire gets ‘wet work’ along Columbia River
Gresham Fire Water Rescue trains on river Last month, members of the Gresham Fire Water Rescue Team performed training evolutions on the Columbia River. Members of the team are trained in swift water rescue, and go through specialized training to ensure they are properly prepared for the challenges water can pose. As always, Gresham Fire...
Black Futures Farm: A space for Black people to grow food and community
Rows of raised beds bursting with leafy greens — kale, collards and lettuce — lay against the backdrop of Douglas firs. Pear and fig trees, sunflowers, tomatoes, eggplants, chard and a medley of other fruits and vegetables span 1.15 acres of farmland. Located in Portland’s Brentwood-Darlington neighborhood, Black Futures Farm aims to restore the connection between Black people and the land. In 2019, a food-growing group of Black folks, including...
Brandon Farley: Candidate questionnaire for Portland City Council District 4
General Information: Name: Brandon FarleyAge: 36Profession: Videographer, Independent Journalist Questionnaire: What is the biggest problem facing the City of Portland as it transitions to a new form of government? Homeless drug addicts taking over the streets. If elected, what do you hope to accomplish as a member of the Portland City Council? End illegal homeless […]
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