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Community group aims to rename Wilson Pool
SW Connection - NewsResidents say it's time to find a new identity for the swimming pool but they'll have to get past the city… -
South Burlingame resident leading fight for safer streets near…
SW Connection - NewsGPS apps route heavy traffic onto residential streets already plagued by speeds and old traffic lights on…
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'Coolest opportunity': Portland women's fire camp returns
SW Connection - NewsThe free fire camp teaches young women fire service skills including wildland safety, fire hose use and more. -
Multnomah Days promises full lineup of vendors, live music
SW Connection - NewsSignature neighborhood street festival returns to Southwest Portland Aug. 21 -
Portland Community College employees file state complaint
SW Connection - NewsUnion alleges college broke bargaining rules; wants a slice of federal relief dollars for employees -
Brown: Students, teachers, state employees, office visitors must…
SW Connection - NewsUPDATE: The Oregon governor announces new mask requirements over two days to slow the spread of COVID-19 . -
Cooling centers, libraries available for heat relief
SW Connection - NewsMultnomah County and Portland officials respond as temperatures are expected to exceed 100 degrees on Friday. -
Oregon Health Authority: Everyone should wear masks indoors
SW Connection - NewsState health officials change recommendations after meeting with Oregon Gov. Kate Brown. -
Nonprofit aims to reopen Hopewell House in 2022
SW Connection - NewsWith $2.5 million in donations, Portland's only hospice home could see patients again next spring -
Gunman in Hillsdale had restraining order for weapons threats
SW Connection - NewsLuke Stolarzyk will stay in jail after being indicted for using AR-15 to fire at neighbor, nearby apartments. -
WCSO: FedEx driver accused of sexually abusing children
SW Connection - NewsOne alleged victim reportedly told her parents about Alejandro Negrete after seeing his photo on the news. -
Scoggins Dam upgrade delayed
SW Connection - NewsThe three options to make the dam seismically safe are more expensive than the project team initially thought. -
Portland Public Schools Board welcomes new members
SW Connection - NewsHerman Greene and Gary Hollands are sworn in for their first term as Portland Public Schools board directors. -
Six Oregon mayors back Biden's infrastructure package
SW Connection - News369 mayors of U.S. cities, including Portland, Gresham, Beaverton and Tigard, write to support the bipartisan… -
Southwest library branches now open
SW Connection - NewsHillsdale library reopens to public after being closed for 16 months during pandemic -
Garden Home Trader Joe's to open its doors this fall
SW Connection - NewsThe grocery chain will take the former site of the shuttered Garden Home Thriftway in Southwest Portland. -
Disgraced Trump rival sentenced for trying to extort Nike
SW Connection - NewsAttorney Michael Avenatti was convicted of trying to extort millions from the multinational shoe company. -
Water now flows from Washington Park reservoir in Portland
SW Connection - NewsThe Water Bureau has filled both underground vaults with drinking water, but finishing touches won't be done… -
Water now flows from Washington Park reservoir in Portland
SW Connection - NewsThe Water Bureau has filled both underground vaults with drinking water, but finishing touches won't be done… -
Free virtual marketing workshop offered to local businesses
SW Connection - NewsNational advertising expert Mike Blinder will host a 45-minute workshop on Wednesday, July 14, at 9 a.m.,… -
What went wrong? Few answers as 'terrifying' heat slays 116
SW Connection - NewsThe Oregon State Medical Examiner released another stark tally of those who perished during the historic heat… -
Man who fired 29 rounds in Southwest Portland faces attempted…
SW Connection - NewsNo one was injured during the July 1 incident near the Stephens Creek Crossing apartments. -
Neighbors urge more security after Southwest Portland shooting
SW Connection - NewsPolice arrest gunman on attempted murder charge following rampage that damaged homes, cars. -
'We will face this again': Oregon reports 94 heat deaths
SW Connection - NewsUPDATE: Death toll continues to increase with 59 in Multnomah County, seven in Washington County and eight in… -
Recall petition filed against Portland Mayor Wheeler
SW Connection - NewsCritics have 90 days to collect nearly 50,000 valid signatures of Portland voters to prompt a recall election. -
Portland Public Schools looks to attract, retain more teachers…
SW Connection - NewsTwo-year teachers union agreement prioritizes workforce diversity and support for BIPOC educators. -
Multnomah Days returning this summer
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SW Trails PDX hikers hit the road again
SW Connection - NewsAfter long hiatus due to COVID-19 risks, hiking group resumes outdoor meetups -
Remote learning a relief, Oregon's nonbinary students say
SW Connection - NewsSome students say attending virtual classes eliminated environments rife with bullying, harassment -
Portland neighbors capture gunman who fired 29 shots
SW Connection - NewsMan fired gun at Southwest Portland homes, cars after argument with neighbor before others stepped in to… -
Windermere agents celebrate annual community service day
SW Connection - NewsFocus on Youth, SOLVE, other organizations among those served by volunteers -
Pamplin papers, KXL team up for suburban coverage
SW Connection - NewsThe Parent company of the Portland Tribune has reporters and photographers on the ground in approximately two… -
Portland General Electric says it's prepared for high heat
SW Connection - NewsHowever, the regional power utility reminds customers they should be prepared for possible outages. -
Record-breaking heat on deck for Portland metro June 25-28
SW Connection - NewsUPDATE: Cooling centers will be open 24 hours; TriMet won't turn riders away for non-payment amid dangerous… -
PCC won't require staff or students to have COVID-19 vaccine
SW Connection - NewsPortland Community College cites vaccine hesitancy and high immunization rates -
Community newspaper publisher Christine Moore dies
SW Connection - NewsThe longtime publisher and advertising director for the Pamplin Media Group had been battling cancer. -
Help available: Oregon eviction moratorium ends June 30
SW Connection - NewsMultnomah County and Portland leaders urge renters and landlords to apply for assistance. -
Portland leaders: No chance at restoring funds for SWNI
SW Connection - NewsOn heels of Civic Life audit, Southwest district coalition warns of lawsuit without renewed funding
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Oregon Health Authority: Everyone should wear masks indoors
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Hardesty to sue Portland for leak of false hit-and-run claim
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THPRD, partners aim to put more parks near affordable housing
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Prineville mayor launches GOP bid to unseat Sen. Ron Wyden
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BLM, Pride banned? Newberg schools may nix anti-racist rules
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CEO: Rising crime spurs closure of SE Portland Burgerville
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'Coolest opportunity': Portland women's fire camp returns
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Hillsboro man charged in machete assault, ramming police car
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U.S. Ag Secretary Vilsack: nation, Oregon facing 'larger challenges'
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Lawyer: Laurelhurst homeless belongings unlawfully trashed
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Hillsboro hires first diversity, equity and inclusion leader
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Portland actor recalls sharing stage with Nic Cage in 'Pig'
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Police: Man shot dead outside Hillsboro 'mystery' bar
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Most WorkSource Oregon offices reopen to help job seekers
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Portland fencer Mariel Zagunis takes fifth at Tokyo Olympics
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Cities press lawmakers to intervene in Aurora Airport row
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All Portland metro counties urge public to wear face masks
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Crews fight six-acre blaze on Mount Hood by Government Camp
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