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Portland residents share their memories of Keller Auditorium

By Pierce Girkin

Nov. 7, 2017 2:30 p.m.

photo of the exterior of Keller Auditorium

There is one hundred years’ worth of stories at the Keller Auditorium. Performers, audience members, staff and crew, organizers, and even passers-by have used the space to create memories and share experiences since 1917, even if little of the original structure remains.

Grant program proposed to support innovative waste projects

By Cristina Rojas

Nov. 7, 2017 11:20 a.m.

The proposed Innovation and Investment Program could award grants of up to $500,000 to businesses trying out new ways to make the most of what greater Portland’s residents throw away

Metro sets up an interactive online map to collect feedback on a future MAX line

Nov. 3, 2017 3:12 p.m.

screenshot of interactive online map of Southwest Corridor route options

Metro’s new interactive online map offers people an opportunity to learn about a new MAX light rail proposed in the Southwest Corridor, and help shape where portions of the route should go.

Leaders herald convention center contract as a promise finally kept

By Nick Christensen

Nov. 1, 2017 3:45 p.m.

A $27 million project to renovate the Oregon Convention Center and its northeast entrance was awarded this summer to Colas Construction, a firm rooted in Portland’s historic black community that once was centered where the convention center now stands.

The Rundown: Local responses to 3 housing challenges

By Ambar Espinoza

Nov. 1, 2017 2:30 p.m.

new apartment building under construction

Greater Portland continues to experience challenges as the region welcomes more residents and transitions from a small to a large metropolitan area. We highlight government-led and grassroots-led responses to a range of housing challenges, from affordability to displacement to homelessness.

Parks and Nature 2017: Levy renewal provides boost for Metro's unique park system

Nov. 1, 2017 6:09 a.m.

Extending levy funding will allow Metro to continue to protect clean water, restore fish and wildlife habitat and provide opportunities for people to enjoy nature close to home.

Parks and Nature 2017: Restoration and maintenance

Nov. 1, 2017 6:08 a.m.

photo of Amelia Reed gathering camas seeds at Willamette Narrows

Nearly half the money from the 2013 levy is dedicated to protecting water quality and habitat. Restoration and maintenance work includes controlling invasive weeds, planting native trees and shrubs, removing unnecessary culverts and roads -- and more.

Parks and Nature 2017: Access to nature

Nov. 1, 2017 6:07 a.m.

Projects focus on safety and low-impact improvements at parks, trails and natural areas that provide new ways for visitors to hike, view wildlife, learn about the landscape, unwind from a stressful day, or enjoy a picnic with family or friends.

Parks and Nature 2017: Community investments

Nov. 1, 2017 6:04 a.m.

photo of George Middle School students paddling in Columbia Slough

Altogether over the last 25 years, the public – through Metro – has invested more than $90 million to support a broad range of community nature projects across the region, helping to preserve land, restore habitat, build visitor amenities and more.

Beaverton opens its first year-round homeless shelter

Portland residents share their memories of Keller Auditorium

Grant program proposed to support innovative waste projects

Garbage and recycling expected to continue upward trend, but more slowly

Metro sets up an interactive online map to collect feedback on a future MAX line

9 projects receive Metro grants to invest in communities throughout greater Portland

Leaders herald convention center contract as a promise finally kept

The Rundown: Local responses to 3 housing challenges

You are here: A snapshot of housing affordability in greater Portland

Dispatches: 6 voices on housing at different stages of life