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Jan 8,2009

Notes of Interest » January 7, 2009

by pearlgirl
pigdog-awesome_web Yesterday's trip around the blogosphere provided Portland neighborhood news that was awesome and, um, not so awesome: the release of The Sentinel's January '09 Street Edition (it's the AWESOME issue!); the pervasive influence of architect A.E. Doyle on Portland ( the recent decision to demolish Doyle's Riverdale Grade School : not so awesome ); restaurant reviews of Chez Joly in the Pearl and Firehouse in Woodlawn (final vote on awesomeness of said establishments: YOURS); controversy over the Sellwood Bridge; and flooding in SE Portland (NOT awesome). Today's photo, courtesy of The Sentinel: awesome!  
Jan 7,2009

Notes of Interest » January 6, 2009

by pearlgirl
medium_jazz Yesterday's news was chock full of things Portlanders are passionate about: bikes, art, technology and beer. I guess you'd call it a good news day, right? News for bike lovers : the bike community helped land the Boise neighborhood on the pages of Sunset Magazine , and there's a new 'vintage inspired' bike apparel designer in Buckman. For art aficionados : PORT has released their picks for First Thursday—don't let the fact that January 8 is actually second Thursday fool you. Oh, it's ON! Geek news: Local social networks were given a tip of the hat on OPB—including our friends at PDXdog.com !!! For those of you who are still trying to locate the blogosphere, there's a new user group in town that can help you with your blogging needs. For beer lovers : Rogue has produced a limited edition of Jazz Guy Ale for the Portland Jazz Festival . Jazz Guy Ale will be available February 1. Mark your calendars!  
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Jan 6,2009

Notes of Interest » January 5

by pearlgirl
1178856622_62487295ec It's always great to give and receive props. Yesterday, the news was full of 'em: props of presidential proportion were bestowed on Portland's Get A Life Marching Band —they'll march in the inaugural parade; Mayor Adams gave props to Portlanders in his first mayoral address; Willamette Week showed a little love to Old Spaghetti Factory ; Hollywood Theater was given a special designation by Sundance Film Festival; and City Council got a little LUBA-love in support of their decision to make David Douglas a satellite urban renewal district. photo: Christmas w/a K  
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Jan 5,2009

Notes of Interest » January 2–4

by pearlgirl
sam Good morning, 2009! Okay. I totally get that it's like, um, January 4—but, we've been been away from the office since Christmas Eve. It feels shiny and new to us! And, here's another thing that's new: optimism. This weekend's news was full of it: new city officials are being sworn in; a local dance company gets a new space; the bid deadline for the new park in South Waterfront was extended; and a local retailer gets a mention in Lucky Magazine. All reasons to celebrate.  We like this new optimism. We'll definitely keep you posted. photo: We have the world's first pedicab peddling mayor. Cool, huh?
Jan 2,2009

Notes of Interest » Jan 1, 2009

by shooter
belted-kingfisher Welcome to 2009!  The New Year starts off with a breath of fresh air: no smoking in all workplaces —including bars!  We also have some good news about a local restaurant , and Brian Libby at Portland Architecture offers a look back at the year in Portland architecture.  Lastly, if you're looking for something relaxing to do: Portland Parks provides a list of parks to do some bird watching.  So, find some time—between the rain and snow—go for a walk and try to spot a belted kingfisher or hooded merganser .  (photo: Pete Baer )
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Dec 24,2008

Notes of Interest » December 23, 2008

by shooter
post-office Here's today's list of noteworthy news.  One story of particular interest is the City's efforts to purchase the Main Post Office site.  It seems that progress is being made as both the PDC and the Post Office have arrived at very similar appraisal values for the property.  That is a good sign and simplifies the negotiations. 

Proposed uses for the site include a corporate campus, a university, even a major league baseball stadium, though the latter is not likely.  This property presents a huge opportunity to the city to expand the downtown and fulfill the promise of a mixed-use area in the River District URA.
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Dec 17,2008

Notes of Interest » December 16, 2008

by shooter
broken water pipe Here is our daily selection of interesting news for you.  Be sure to read the story “Don’t let cold weather burst your pipes” and read the post below from the Portland Water Bureau.  A pipe burst is the last thing you want in this weather. (photo: Brent Fisher via flickr)
Dec 16,2008

Notes of Interest » December 15, 2008

by pearlgirl
6a00d8341c86d053ef010536681b6b970c-300wi A few headlines may have escaped your attention while you were warming your toes in front of the fire. Fortunately, we didn't have to go outside to round up the news—we took a trip around the blogosphere while we were warming our toes in front of the fire. We loves the internet, don't you? photo: Brian Libby, Portland Architecture    
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Dec 15,2008

Notes of Interest » Dec 12 - 14

by shooter
candy-house Here are stories you may have missed over the weekend while you were trying to stay warm. (photo: Portland Mercury)
Dec 12,2008

Notes of Interest » December 11, 2008

by pearlgirl
overlook Our daily search for neighborhood news always yields some interesting tidbits. Be sure to check it out and see if there's anything you missed. photo: Portland Tribune  
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