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We've aggregated a list of news articles to help you stay current with what's happening in and around the Portland, Oregon area. This list of articles may be updated as frequently as every hour so be sure to check back often to insure you are up to speed on the latest, breaking news.
In addition to the news below, read some recent press releases submitted by businesses in Portland.
Portland’s West Coast offense sinks Yale (New Haven Register)
Portland shot 60 percent from the field and all five starters scored in double figures on the way to a 77-58 win over Yale in a men’s basketball game late Friday night at Portland, Ore. Find out more.
Oregon State's dream still a reality (Ventura County Star)
Oregon State placekicker Justin Kahut said he was "in disbelief" after missing the potential tying extra point late in the fourth quarter. Imagine how the Arizona Wildcats felt a few minutes later, when Kahut calmly nailed a 24-yard field goal as time expired to seal an improbable 19-17 victory on Saturday night, leaving the Beavers one win away from their first Rose Bowl trip since 1965. Find out more.
No. 21 Oregon St. squeaks past pesky Arizona (The Olympian)
Oregon State placekicker Justin Kahut said he was "in disbelief" after missing the potential tying extra point late in the fourth quarter. Find out more.
No. 21 Oregon State defeats Arizona 19-17 (AP via Yahoo! News)
Justin Kahut hit a 24-yard field goal as time expired, and No. 21 Oregon State rallied to defeat Arizona 19-17 on Saturday night and move within one victory of its first Rose Bowl trip since 1965. Find out more.
No. 21 Oregon State defeats Arizona 19-17 (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
By ANDREW BAGNATO Justin Kahut hit a 24-yard field goal as time expired, and No. 21 Oregon State rallied to defeat Arizona 19-17 on Saturday night and move within one victory of its first Rose Bowl trip since 1965. Kahut nailed the winner just minutes after missing the potential tying extra point. "I think that's how our season has been going," Oregon State coach Mike Riley said. "The main ... Find out more.
Spotlight on Oregon in new vamp movie 'Twilight' (KGW NewsChannel 8 Portland)
PORTLAND, Ore. -- Moviegoers around the nation started lining up early Friday for special showings of the new vampire movie “Twilight.” Most of “Twilight” was shot on-location around the Portland area. Find out more.
Portland woman claims $1 million lotto ticket (KGW NewsChannel 8 Portland)
PORTLAND, Ore. -- A Portland woman got the shock of a lifetime when she found out the size of her Oregon lottery jackpot. Maria Schaffrinna won $1 million in the Nov. 17 drawing. Find out more.
Portland man guilty in death of Oregon City mother (The Oregonian)
Fernando Deanda Moreno started the last day of Kay Blaser's life splitting a pint of Jose Cuervo tequila with a friend, then buying some beer and heading to a party. Their paths crossed at an Oregon City intersection on Oct.... Find out more.
Woman guilty in Oregon prison food scheme (Argus Observer)
PORTLAND (AP) — The U.S. attorney’s office says Oregon’s former state prison food manager, charged with taking kickbacks and bribes, has been tracked to his native Iran. Find out more.
Portland's famed Powell's Books going solar (KGW NewsChannel 8 Portland)
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) -- Portland's famed Powell's Books is going solar. In December 2008, the company will begin harnessing the suns power with one of the largest solar electric installations in the State of Oregon. Find out more.
About the Ace Hotel Portland
Portland, Oregon teeters on the far west of America, about 180 miles south of Seattle, but its geography isn’t the only thing that keeps this city on the brink. It is a town of edgy contradictions mixed with creative big business and this makes it unique. Its independent music and film scenes and innovative food and [...] Find out more.
Portland.com Announces Launch of New Site, Design and Features
Site provides a one-stop resource for all information about Portland, Oregon. Portland, OR - November 17, 2008: Portland.com today announced the launch of their newly redesigned website that provides information to visitors and residents of Portland, Oregon. After one month of development and content building, new site offers thousands of additional pages and features. For visitors to [...] Find out more.
CompanionLink for Google a Powerful Alternative to Google Calendar Sync
CompanionLink Software, a leader in mobile synchronization solutions, was the first to release two-way synchronization for Microsoft Outlook contacts, calendar, and tasks with Google. CompanionLink for Google has more features, includes free live technical support, and is compatible with more versions of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Outlook than the Google Calendar Sync tool developed by [...] Find out more.
Award Winning Comedian Don Barnhart Returns To Portland
Nationally Acclaimed Award Winning Comedian Don Barnhart Returns To Portland To Perform At Harvey’s Comedy Club Dec 4-8, 2008 Award Winning comedian Don Barnhart is fast becoming one of the next big comedy stars and makes his return performance at Harvey’s Comedy Club in Portland Oregon Dec 4-8 2008 Award winning nationally acclaimed comedian Don Barnhart returns [...] Find out more.
Embassy Suites Portland Washington Square Max Their Guests Rates
In times like these, every little penny pinched is a gift, but when cash savings come packaged with convenience and luxury, it’s a deal that cannot be missed. Embassy Suites Portland - Washington Square, has announced that it is offering a little extra incentive to guests to get out and see the world while being [...] Find out more.
Grand Opening of Bellywarmers
We are very excited to announce the Grand Opening of Bellywarmers, Portland’s New Catering Company! We offer drop off catering and a variety of fine foods to choose from including Thai & Mexican. We also offer drop off catering on a budget to include American breakfast, lunch & dinner. One call does it all! Give [...] Find out more.
Ten Portland Indian restaurants host “Curry for Kids”
Ten Portland Indian restaurants host “Curry for Kids” to help save kids from TB Diners can help kids half way around the world by eating some of Portland’s best Indian food Ten Indian restaurants across the Portland area are partnering to help save children’s lives through the “Curry for Kids” charity benefit event on Thursday, October 30, [...] Find out more.
Sustainable stormwater management in the Northwest Industrial District
A stormwater retrofit project in northwest Portland shows that sustainable stormwater management techniques can be effective in the city’s industrialized areas. Staff from the Portland Bureau of Environmental Services, Metro and the EPA gathered at the Owens Corning facility in the Northwest Industrial District today to dedicate the new storm water management facilities. Owens Corning replaced [...] Find out more.
Motor Vehicle Preparedness
If a disaster occurred while you were driving, would you know what to do? Making the wrong decision could be fatal. These are some safety tips for drivers when they find themselves in different types of emergencies. Remember that seat belts are an excellent injury prevention tool in any circumstance. Always see that everyone in the [...] Find out more.
Development Services Takes Action to Assist Homeowners
Contact: Ross Caron, Bureau of Development Services 503-823-4268 The Bureau of Development Services is the City of Portland agency responsible for performing coordinated damage assessment of buildings that have been damaged during emergency situations, and to coordinate related recovery activities. In response to the catastrophic landslide that occurred the morning of October 8, 2008, on SW Burlingame [...] Find out more.
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