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Draft report: 2012 bottleneck fix on I-84 cut traffic delays by 10 percent

By Nick Christensen

May 2, 2017 11:49 a.m.

A draft report from the Oregon Department of Transportation says a strategic freeway bottleneck mitigation project cut traffic delays by 10 percent, saving greater Portland commuters countless hours they'd otherwise spend sitting in traffic.

Enter Our Big Backyard nature photography contest

May 1, 2017 1:35 p.m.

Win an annual parks pass, an overnight camping trip at Oxbow Regional Park, a tennis court session, or a round of golf for four people including cart at Glendoveer Golf and Tennis Center.

Public notice: Opportunity to comment on pending amendment to the Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Plan

April 25, 2017 4:55 p.m.

Metro is in receipt of the Proposed MTIP Formal Amendments. To share your views, comment by 5 p.m. May 26, 2017. A final notice will not be published.

Comment now on four years of federally-funded transportation projects in greater Portland

April 24, 2017 3:22 p.m.

Metro has released an important draft list of planned transportation projects across greater Portland in the next few years. Now is your opportunity to comment.

Public notice: Opportunity to comment on proposed Sherwood High School urban growth boundary amendment

April 19, 2017 8:06 a.m.

The Sherwood School District proposes to add approximately 82 acres of land to the Portland regional urban growth boundary (UGB) for the purpose of developing a high school campus with sports fields and the realignment of the intersection of Southwest Kruger and Elwert roads.

GLEAN art program encourages creativity and resourcefulness

By Guadalupe Triana

April 18, 2017 4:06 p.m.

For seven years, a Metro-sponsored program has given Oregon artists the chance to convey a message surrounding recycling, reusability and consumption habits, by showcasing art made from the stuff other people no longer want.

Historic "Portland" sign at Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall about to come down for renovation project

April 17, 2017 2:12 p.m.

Brighter, more efficient bulbs light Portland'5 Centers for the Arts

Work on the sign, which is 33 years old, is scheduled to begin on May 2, subject to permitting and weather. When the "Portland" sign goes back up, it will have a fresh coat of paint and brighter neon letters – but will otherwise look just like the sign hanging today.

Youth-led nonprofit Momentum Alliance and Metro working together to bring marginalized youth voices to forefront

By Guadalupe Triana

April 17, 2017 10:40 a.m.

As part of a community partnership pilot program, Metro and the Momentum Alliance, a youth-led nonprofit, are partnering to bring opportunities to people in hopes of increasing youth involvement at Metro.

Beaverton opens its first year-round homeless shelter

Draft report: 2012 bottleneck fix on I-84 cut traffic delays by 10 percent

Enter Our Big Backyard nature photography contest

Great places need good plans. These grants can help.

New millipede, rare salamander found in East Buttes

Public notice: Opportunity to comment on pending amendment to the Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Plan

Comment now on four years of federally-funded transportation projects in greater Portland

KATU Go Green | Pesticide-Free Yard

Considering greater Portland's growth in 2018: 7 things to know

Scientists search for 'Stumptown scud'